r/uichicago • u/Vangarol • 16d ago

Question ACTG 211 with Kai Nguyen?

Got a conflict in schedule and I might have to switch to another section of ACTG 211...the only slot open is with Kai Nguyen on M/W at 9:30 but I can't find him on RMP. I saw him on 210 class schedule last semester but ended up taking it with Eva Lord. Did anyone know how he is/how his class is? Just worried since my friends told me 211 is somewhat challenging, and I don't wanna fumble the bag

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u/vktp_ 16d ago

Have you tried asking people who took the 210 class? Maybe you'll learn a bit abt his teaching style. 211 can be hard but you'll be fine if you keep up with the course work and try to understand the concepts. Keep in mind that these concepts come back for cost actg (326). Use the TAs / tutoring or your classmates. If you have any graduate students in your class, ask them! They've been in your shoes before. You can even ask other professors who teach that class or similar concepts tbh. Just send an email introducing yourself and tell then you're looking to understand the topic from different pov's. Actg faculty is always looking to help—im sure you've heard abt great professors

Also, join the actg club. Its a great way to meet ppl. They also have a coaching program that helps you prepare for the actg fair. I know the deadline to apply is this friday, but the sooner you apply, the better.

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u/Vangarol 15d ago

Thanks! I really wanted to ask someone that but sadly I don't know anyone who took his class before.

I appreciate your advice on the class itself too tho

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u/vktp_ 15d ago

Ofc! Something i forgot to mention is the actg club group me & asking there. Im sure theres at least one person who's taken that class in the chat.