Lectures were dry and boring. Yep, I said it. He never states an "opinion" and is very ambivalent as to what his point is. It was only until two-third into the course that I had an epiphany in my dorm as to what the hell it was that he was trying to say. I was like a whatever class,.... meh.. I got a good grade and I didn't do all the readings... would I take him again? Probably not.

I really enjoyed taking 101 with Avila. His lectures are very interesting because he does not simply read off a book. He engages students into the topic and leaves you thinking after they are over. He presents many theories so if you want to pass the class make sure you go to lecture. Great professor overall!