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","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzUyMjI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2025-12-19 22:30:56 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brockliss is amazing. His lectures are super engaging, and he takes the time go over the readings which can be really complex and difficult to understand. The lectures are very collaborative, he frequently asks for our thoughts and ideas on texts and images. The class itself is super interesting as well due to the way he teaches it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMjQ3NDY5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2025-12-14 21:58:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was really interesting, but way more work than I anticipated. I took this as a schedule filler, and it ended up giving more work than some of the classes towards my major. Prof Brockliss is super knowledgable and makes lectures pretty engaging. I would definitely recommend this class but be aware of the amount of work going into it!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxOTc0NjA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2025-12-01 05:48:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Brockliss is a great professor (and is british). The class is very lecture and reading heavy but they are both engaging and if you love mythology it doesn't really feel like work. The exams are formatted similar to a AP English test but are very manageable.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQxMTU1MjA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2025-05-04 23:34:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very fun class, but lots of readings. Exams are difficult and require understanding of readings/supplemental sources. Three movie nights are hosted throughout the year, and one is mandatory but I highly recommend going to as many as possible (you can use the movies on exams). Notes are required for readings every week and are collected randomly.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNjIxMDUw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2025-01-30 05:35:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Quite simply the best professor I've had up to date, he has quite a unique sense of humor, specially when it comes to macabre topics. Participation matters quite a lot in his class but everything is pretty straightforward, he gives great feedback and readings aren't too bad. I'd take a class no matter what topic simply if he is the one teaching.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5ODMxODYw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2024-10-20 20:33:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Brockliss did try to make a sometimes boring/confusing field semi-entertaining. There were a lot of opportunities for extra credit but it is important to attend all the lectures and participate every once in a while. He did provide very clear expectations for the midterms/final which was very helpful.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NTMzNTAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2024-05-29 19:15:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Meh class. Pretty damn boring, especially given the subject matter and it's potential. I second whoever said the class isn't \"friendly\" for people with anxiety. Better hope you get a good group for your group project, but the \"tests\" are very easy and mainly consist of writing an essay and answering some questions. You do have to participate.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5MjA2Mzg3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2024-04-18 22:15:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Fun class, and he was an interesting lecturer who clearly cared about us and about the material. Our grades were almost entirely based off 3 in-class essays, but if you showed up and paid attention to the lectures they were very fair","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NDA2Nzc3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2023-11-16 19:43:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"I couldn't agree less with the couple of students who say that he isn't accommodating (especially to students with anxiety.) He is one of the most genuine and considerate professors I have ever had. You can tell he loves his job! His grading is very clear and he has detailed review sessions for the exams. Attendance and participation are graded.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2NzU5NDI5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2022-11-01 04:34:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brockliss is super enthusiastic about what he's teaching and makes class enjoyable. He asks for feedback from students to better tailor the lectures to the classes needs. There is a lot of reading but you can skim through it and be fine. Awesome class to take for Humanities Credit. PS. He is British and has an accent 10/10 ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Nzc5MTMx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2022-01-20 21:40:21 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Brockliss is very enthusiastic about what he teaches and the class is always interesting. Be prepared to read A LOT. Grading is very lenient if you show effort. There are some group projects. The midterms/exam/paper is very straightforward. Enjoyable and stress-free class if you keep up with everything.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0OTkwNDUx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2021-07-28 01:06:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Brockliss is amazing! The class was super interesting and the work was not very difficult. Midterm essays were quite straightforward if you have done a bit of the reading. He is very funny and accommodating if you need something or an extension. Highly recommend him and his monsters class!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjU1NTA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2021-01-09 02:07:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"William made this class super interesting and easy to follow along with. He gives his students many opportunities for extra credit and is a fair grader. He makes it crystal clear what he expects from his students to get a good grade. All in all I highly recommend this fun class with an awesome professor!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNzg4MzMw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2020-01-03 17:33:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"If you read a few pages of the homework and go to lecture and pay attention with one brain cell, you will pass this class easily. Just pay attention enough so you can write exactly what he says in lecture and you will easily get an A on the midterm essays. Also, no final, just a final paper that is easy enough.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTQwNjgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2018-12-22 22:12:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof Brockliss is a very nice guy. If you listen in lecture and understand the gist of the reading, you will do perfectly fine. He also offered several opportunities for extra credit. There are two midterm papers taken in class, a group presentation and a final paper. You can pretty much repeat what he says in lecture and you'll get a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 15:59:18.937637+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3ODM3ODU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1788910","instructor_name":"William Brockliss","course_label":"CLASSICS150","course_id":"CLASSICS 150","course_uid":"course_23bd5239c3fda1e1bf55f8c1","review_date":"2017-02-17 17:14:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"This is a really fun class if you are into monsters and stuff. You get to read about monsters in Greek and Roman mythology and later about more modern monsters. There is a lot of reading to do. Besides 2 midterms, the grade depends on participation and a group presentation. There is a paper instead of a final.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1788910","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0}]