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MATH 2130

Calculus III

MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICSMATHEMATICS

Multivariable calculus. Topics include differential and integral calculus of functions of two or three variables: vectors and curves in space, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, line integrals, vector calculus at least through Green's Theorem.

Instructors

Aliakbar Daemi, Ari Stern, Blake Thornton, Brett Wick, Brian Blank, Cleon Yohe, Edward Wilson, Jack Shapiro, Jay Yang, John McCarthy, John Shareshian, Karl Schaefer, Laura Escobar, Mark Feldman, Martha Precup, Matthew Kerr, Minh Nguyen, Muxi Li, Parker Evans, Quo-Shin Chi, Rachel Roberts, Raj Mehta, Renato Feres, Richard Rochberg, Roya Beheshti, Roya Beheshti Zavareh, Rudy Rodsphon, Steven Krantz, Tyler Bongers

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Quality: 4Difficulty: 3Blake Thornton

Not the greatest, but saved me from the doom of moncada in calc 3

8/4/2026

Quality: 5Difficulty: 4Matthew Kerr

he's definitely better than the other professors for matrix. he always provided a review guide of exactly what topics are on the midterm, as well as a practice test, which I know the other professor does not give. take him if you HAVE to take matrix, at least not Chi. class lectures were hard but the hard stuff was never on tests.

6/28/2026

Quality: 5Difficulty: 2Karl Schaefer

Honestly can't leave WashU without takin a class from this guy- incredible teacher, well known by all students on campus, and he genuinely cares about his students. Honestly only writing this review to add to his rate my professor score because he deserves it.

6/22/2026

Quality: 5Difficulty: 3Karl Schaefer

He is an amazing lecturer and has a good spirit every day of class. He cares deeply about helping students and answering questions clearly and thoroughly. Such a nice guy that makes a difficult subject like Calc more enjoyable with his teaching and practice that actually matches up with his teaching. Great at helping to visualize 3D images.

6/12/2026

Quality: 5Difficulty: 3Quo-Shin Chi

Professor Chi is extremely knowledgeable, and you can be confident that he'll be able to explain any topic you bring to him clearly and in depth. I'd often had questions or problems I wanted to work through after class, and he'd often stay to answer them for well over an hour. Overall an extremely caring, dedicated, and proficient professor.

6/11/2026

Quality: 4Difficulty: 3Karl Schaefer

Dr. Schaefer is very well regarded on campus. He is a very fun, energetic teacher and cares about students' well being. He is very easy to reach outside of class and is always open to meeting for extra help! His lectures are well attended, so sit in the front to get the msot out of every lecture.

6/8/2026

Quality: 5Difficulty: 2Karl Schaefer

Schaefer is the darling of the WashU math department for a reason! Excellent at explaining abstract concepts, good at drawing 3D diagrams, and fun lectures. Down-to-earth and fun to talk to, especially if you sit in the front! Genuinely cares about his students. Homework is difficult, but exams are always very fair. By far the best for Calc 2 & 3

5/31/2026

Quality: 3Difficulty: 2Ari Stern

He was a fine prof. Classes are optional to attend and honestly quite dull, but the homework isn't too much and the exams are really easy (and 70% MC). Definitely serviceable

5/10/2026

Quality: 1Difficulty: 4Blake Thornton

Not helpful in lecture. Speeds through things and expects you to know it. The final was nearly impossible this semester (the average doesn't show it but it was) and was

5/9/2026

Quality: 5Difficulty: 3Karl Schaefer

Professor Schaefer lead engaging lectures. I enjoyed his class a lot especially on Fridays when we got to ask him questions. He made the class enjoyable and I would love to take a course with him again.

5/9/2026

Quality: 2Difficulty: 5Parker Evans

For Math 310. Do not take this class with Dr. Evans!!! Brutal grader. He is just asking way too much, and other teachers are significantly easier. I also felt like I was treated differently, almost like he had it out for me, which made the experience even more frustrating. Save yourself and take Foundations for Higher Math with someone else!

5/8/2026

Quality: 5Difficulty: 2Karl Schaefer

A class where whats given on exams is exactly what's taught in class. Actually feels like you are meant to learn it and succeed rather than learn from being unnecessarily challenged. Great class and definitely don't take Calc II or Calc III with anyone else if math isn't your strong suit.

5/4/2026

Quality: 5Difficulty: 3Karl Schaefer

Words fail to describe my appreciation and respect for Dr. Schaefer. I am excited to take his classes again in the future. Funny guy, clear lectures, designs course materials well. 11/10.

5/2/2026

Quality: 4Difficulty: 3Parker Evans

Dr. Evans is a kind and supportive professor who brings enthusiasm to his lectures. His office hour availability can be limited and the class pace sometimes falls behind, but overall he creates a positive learning environment and remains one of the strongest instructors I've had at WashU.

4/24/2026

Quality: 5Difficulty: 2Karl Schaefer

Personally answered my regrade request within 12 minutes- 30 minutes before class.

4/22/2026

Quality: 3Difficulty: 4Ari Stern

i want to like this guy more than i do. when i meet with him in office hours, he's meow personable and friendly. but during lecture it feels like he's going thru the motions. i don't usually understand things during class the first time he lectures - i have to teach myself during recitation or homework. i would recommend solving textbook problems

3/26/2026

Quality: 5Difficulty: 3Roya Beheshti

Phenomenal Calc 3 professor. Her lectures were very well placed and she explained things very clearly. She was also so warm, kind, and willing to help any student with questions. Highly recommend

1/24/2026

Quality: 4Difficulty: 3Blake Thornton

Put in effort and you can do well

1/12/2026

Quality: 3Difficulty: 3Blake Thornton

Definitely go to office hours, will definitely help you prepare for midterms. Final exam was tough

1/12/2026

Quality: 1Difficulty: 4Blake Thornton

tests were unpredictable and overall class structure was poor

12/27/2025