[{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:15.857149+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0NTkwNjgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:190082","instructor_name":"Alan Sidelle","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2015-04-14 01:51:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Sidelle is great. He obviously loves teaching, and even makes an effort to learn student's names in lecture (if you participate.) He tends to ramble, but he reiterates important points enough that you can get away with dozing off a bit. Interesting and fairly easy class overall. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/190082","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:15.857149+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxODE3MjI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:190082","instructor_name":"Alan Sidelle","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2013-05-23 14:41:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Sidelle is an above average instructor. He explains things well, but takes forever to do so. Because of his lengthy rambles, it was hard to pay attention for entire lectures. Exams were pretty straight-forward. The workload was quite small for a 4 credit class. Only 2 (1-2 page) papers. DON'T BUY THE TEXTBOOK. ONLY BUY THE COURSE PACKET.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/190082","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:15.857149+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNzUwNDA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:190082","instructor_name":"Alan Sidelle","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2013-05-13 19:47:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Funny, energetic professor. Tends to ramble on about one particular topic, and therefore gets behind on syllabus. Grades essays and exams based on EXACTLY what he says in lecture. Book reading could be tedious and unhelpful since he would clearly explain it in lecture. \"Okay\" class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/190082","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:15.857149+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNTQ2NTY3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:190082","instructor_name":"Alan Sidelle","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2013-04-16 18:41:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"I hate PHILOS 101 but not because of Sidelle.  He is a good professor, I just regret taking a philosophy class in the first place.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/190082","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:57:15.857149+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE5ODkwOTQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:190082","instructor_name":"Alan Sidelle","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2004-04-19 17:45:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Nice helpful guy, but if you dont put EXACTLY what he says in class you get points off.  Difficult class on simple material. Rambles too. AVOID THE POWERLECTURE.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/190082","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:54.711566+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTcyNTY0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3011667","instructor_name":"Alexander Roberts","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2025-04-18 00:23:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"He is very invested in all his students and wants the best for them. Is really good at making the subject interesting and easier to understand. Very open minded to all opinions students could have and is willing to learn from them. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3011667","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:54.711566+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNTYyOTg0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3011667","instructor_name":"Alexander Roberts","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2025-01-16 22:03:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were typically not very engaging, but you get credit for showing up. Class was graded on only a few assignments, maybe 3 in class essays and section participation. This professor obviously is passionate about the topic, which helps to make the ideas more clear. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3011667","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:54.711566+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDE5MzA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3011667","instructor_name":"Alexander Roberts","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-12-23 01:37:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Roberts is a great philosophy teacher. He was always very accessible for questions about the course through office hours or email. He also clearly enjoys to see students learn about course material and even made a point to learn everybody in my lectures name. If you do the readings and engage during lecture you will do well in the course.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3011667","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:54.711566+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMDQ2NzQy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3011667","instructor_name":"Alexander Roberts","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-11-28 03:02:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"All you need to do is show up and get a handout, then you can basically tune out the rest of lecture. If you miss a class, you can email him and he will send you a handout via email, he is very understanding and accessible outside of class. If you are a screenager this class is not for you as he does not allow phones. Tests are not hard either.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3011667","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:54.711566+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5OTgxMTU4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3011667","instructor_name":"Alexander Roberts","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-11-19 17:42:15 +0000 UTC","comment":"Requires an location-tracking app to log into class but bans technology. Says much about him","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3011667","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:54.711566+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NDYwMjQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3011667","instructor_name":"Alexander Roberts","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-05-14 16:55:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"He graded heavily on a few assignments but adjusted grades up based on participation. He is always eager to answer any questions related to philosophy. Lectures can be a bit boring at times but if you stay engaged, you will do well in the class. Genuinely the best professor I've had!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3011667","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:56:54.711566+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5Mzk1MTgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:3011667","instructor_name":"Alexander Roberts","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-05-07 20:42:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Took Roberts in his first semester. Lectures occasionally dry, but typically engaging and enjoyable. Definitely cared about teaching students philosophy and hearing our thoughts on the subjects we discussed. Graded heavily on 3 writing assignments + final exam. Express an interest in learning philosophy and you will do well in this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/3011667","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:55:45.632579+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MjUyNzcw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2068220","instructor_name":"Anat Schechtman","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-01-08 11:03:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Schechtman is a gem! Her lectures are super interesting and clear. The topic is about the meaning of life, and everything is structured and related to this topic. I would say that getting an A can be hard. The papers and exams are not easy, and you have to really put into a great amount of efforts.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2068220","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:09.246013+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMTczMzk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2929575","instructor_name":"Arun Baxter","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2025-12-11 07:34:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's very nice, has good humour, class sometimes drag but he tries very hard to make it engaging, and tests aren't that hard, class should be pretty easy to get an A in, class uses perusall right now for homework but it's decently doable twice a week","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2929575","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:09.246013+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NTI5MTM3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2929575","instructor_name":"Arun Baxter","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-05-28 18:26:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"I really enjoyed taking this class. Participation matters but the lectures are very interesting to attend. Created an environment that was very encouraging to students who were just being introduced to philosophy. Although if you are looking for an introductory class that teaches the basics of writing philosophy papers, this may not be the class. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2929575","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:09.246013+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODg5NDM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2929575","instructor_name":"Arun Baxter","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-01-16 23:07:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super cool, easygoing, british guy. It is hard not to love him. Easy class. Attendance is heavily mandatory and lectures were sometimes boring, but so hard to not get an A. Def take for credit. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2929575","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:09.246013+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4ODgwNzEz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2929575","instructor_name":"Arun Baxter","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-01-15 00:59:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"He was a super kind guy and I found his lectures super interesting! I would 100% recommend him to anyone looking to take a philo class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2929575","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:09.246013+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4Nzg4MTc1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2929575","instructor_name":"Arun Baxter","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2023-12-24 08:19:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"That is a really great professor with amazing lecture","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2929575","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:54:09.246013+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4Mzg1NjM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2929575","instructor_name":"Arun Baxter","course_label":"Philos101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2023-11-14 02:19:55 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super nice guy with a good sense of humor. I strongly recommend this class to anyone who wants an enjoyable, manageable, and engaging class. The discussion sections are probably unnecessary and attendance is mandatory but outside of that, you have to be comatose to not get an A. Plus he's British so that's kinda fun.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2929575","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzM5NDIz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2025-12-19 01:34:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"take his class u won't regret it! His class is very low stress and he does a really good job at making the material interesting! ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzE5Mzcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2025-12-18 00:14:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Casey is an amazing guy who is very down to earth. His teaching style is refreshing, and I recommend taking any of his classes.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMDA3NDE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2025-12-03 04:22:26 +0000 UTC","comment":"great guy fr","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwOTE3NjI3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2025-04-11 02:04:53 +0000 UTC","comment":"My goat. The only problem I have is that I wanted to take more philosophy classes after his but dint like the ones. he does such a good job at making really weird and difficult arguments easy to understand. Mad friends in his class and wed talk about class at lunch everyday after class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDIwMDQ0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-12-23 03:21:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"He breaks down complicated arguments and texts in a way that anybody can understand. The course is structured in a way where he helps you learn all of the foundations so you can think about the topics Hes really relatable and you definitely want to talk to him in office hours also. Love the cat content","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDE1NzUy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-12-22 16:27:02 +0000 UTC","comment":"Casey's lectures are entertaining and valuable. He is very lenient with absences if you let him know in advance and his lectures cover exactly what he asks on exams. One of the best professors I've had","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjY4NTgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-12-13 03:56:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best. super chill about everything. generally a very interesting class. attendance isnt mandatory but helps answer questions in exams. there were two midterms and a final. all of them were take home and final paper was super short which helped me focus on other subs.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":5.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjYzMTU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-12-13 00:18:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Casey is the embodiment of how every great professor should be. He cares a lot about both the students and what he teaches, he's charismatic, and his class is extremely engaging and fun. You'll never want to skip a lecture because the class is just that interesting, and Casey is an amazing lecturer. Highly recommend any class with him!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMjAyNTU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-12-10 20:55:22 +0000 UTC","comment":"Lectures were very engaging and fun. Not a lot of reading or assignments outside of class. There were weekly discussion posts and discussion section was mandatory, but that was about it. Would highly recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMTQxMDY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-12-06 20:55:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Casey is the best professor I have had, and he will most likely stay the best. He is super engaging, funny, and a great lecturer.  If you want to take a fun class with a professor that makes things easy for you take his class. All the exams were take home open notes, and were helpful to connect all the ideas from lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwMDg3OTk1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-12-03 22:49:23 +0000 UTC","comment":"The best class i could've taken he is so nice and this class was so chill. The professor is also so funny and makes class entertaining.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5OTk4MjA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-11-21 01:11:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Casey is, in all likelyhood, the greatest professor you will have in college. Super fun and chill guy, often stays after class to answer any questions students may have. Exams are all take home and participation is not mandatory, but lectures are super engaging and funny so it's worth going.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5NzQ4MTQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-09-17 20:43:13 +0000 UTC","comment":"Super chill. Greater Lecturer, although lectures weren't mandatory they were engaging and helped with the exams. All exams were take home, open note. Great explanations and discussions of philosophical topics. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5Njg4NTAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-08-17 14:42:29 +0000 UTC","comment":"Very chill. Very cute. Very nice.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTEzOTAy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-01-23 03:00:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolute chiller of a professor. Light workload and straightforward readings. All exams were take-home and open-note. I don't think attendance was mandatory, but the lectures helped with some of the topics.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:49:36.605573+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NzYyMTA0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2972646","instructor_name":"Casey Rufener","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2023-12-21 01:41:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Casey was a great professor who was super chill and wanted to make sure students didn't feel stressed about material or workload. Discussions were super chill, and attendance was encouraged, but I don't think it was mandatory. The finals are take home and you get a week to complete them. Fun class, and interesting material. Would recommend. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2972646","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:46:45.227076+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI1NDU1Njc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1966167","instructor_name":"Clinton Castro","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2015-11-19 18:37:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"Clinton is great! One of the best professors I've ever had.  I rarely went to lectures and still got a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1966167","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:36.648482+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyODI4OTMy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2864273","instructor_name":"Danielle Clevenger ","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2026-04-14 01:29:30 +0000 UTC","comment":"She has a true talent for teaching Philosophy! Class is a large discussion, each week there is a short modern reading and we spend lecture talking with neighbors and giving our ideas to her. She asks questions which naturally lead the discussion to the point she wants to make. Much more engaging than the other 101 profs. You will make many friends!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2864273","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:36.648482+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyODAwMzQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2864273","instructor_name":"Danielle Clevenger ","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2026-04-08 19:33:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dani has been wonderful! I was a bit wary at the beginning of the semester, since her lectures are very discussion-based, but now, I look forward to going to her class each week. She really cares about each individual in her class and makes sure that everyone's perspectives are heard. There is a very light workload. Participation is crucial!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2864273","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:36.648482+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5Nzg2MTA1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2864273","instructor_name":"Danielle Clevenger ","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-10-04 02:48:42 +0000 UTC","comment":"The topics that were discussed weren't super engaging and conversations were repetitive, we would spend multiple lectures talking about the same things. It seemed like she called on the same few people for every class discussion, so we weren't getting diverse perspectives. The QCCRs which were the main assignments for the class felt forced.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2864273","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:36.648482+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM5Nzg2MDc2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2864273","instructor_name":"Danielle Clevenger ","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-10-04 02:39:01 +0000 UTC","comment":"There isn't too much work for the class. Shemade us lead discussions but, a lot of times there was one specific point she would want us to hit however she wouldn't lead us there. It got to the point that we would repeat the same things about the lesson over and over. The same people ran the class, and she definitely had favorites. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2864273","quality_rating":1.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:36.648482+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NTk4Nzgw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2864273","instructor_name":"Danielle Clevenger ","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2023-04-08 23:35:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"This class was structured differently than all of my other classes. She is a very approachable human being and cares most about the success of everyone. Attending lecture is a very important chunk of the grade as well as only a few assignments and readings. Overall, a great teacher to help introduce the subject of philosophy.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2864273","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:45:36.648482+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3MTI2MDM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2864273","instructor_name":"Danielle Clevenger ","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2022-12-15 00:02:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Clevenger was super nice, and you could tell she cared about her students. She broke big ideas down into bite-sized pieces and took time to make sure everyone understood. Lots of participation and active learning, and most of the lectures are discussion based. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2864273","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:41.430228+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1Nzc0NTYx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2679921","instructor_name":"Elizabeth Bell","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2022-01-19 23:16:58 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Bell was a great lecturer and made everyday interesting. There was a lot of work for the class (readings, papers, and daily self-evals during each lecture) but if you put good effort into your work, you would get graded fairly/nicely. Ms. Bell is a great teacher and I would definitely recommend her class if you can handle the workload.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2679921","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:11.393086+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODU4ODE5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2450109","instructor_name":"Emily Barrett","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2019-05-13 18:00:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Emily was a great professor for philosophy and really got you thinking. The only problem I had with her was that she often changed what we were being graded on (like if attendance was mandatory), which is understandable since I believe it was her first year as a philosophy 101 professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2450109","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:11.393086+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxNTg0MTgx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2450109","instructor_name":"Emily Barrett","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2019-04-12 21:13:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Had her class last semester. Philosophy isnt usually my cup of tea but I found the lectures interesting, which was very impressive because it was her first semester as a lecturer. What you are graded on is very clear cut and if you put in the (reasonable) amount of work required, youll come out with a good grade.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2450109","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:41:11.393086+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMTQ4NDAz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2450109","instructor_name":"Emily Barrett","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2018-12-24 05:31:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"I was in the first class Professor Barrett lectured and I'd say she did a pretty good job for this being her first time around. We only had 3 summary papers, 4 short and scheduled reading quizzes, and one final that our grade was based off of. You can still do well by only reading the readings for the quizzes and last minute studying for the final.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2450109","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:52.307421+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NjgwMDgz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2652945","instructor_name":"Emma Prendergast","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2023-12-14 23:36:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Dr. Prendergast is an amazing professor, she's very knowledgeable in philosophy plus she is kind to all of the students. I LOVED the lectures, all of the topics were so interesting. The only thing I was disappointed about was that I did the lengthly readings before every class and like half the class never read and still got the same grade as me:(","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2652945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:40:52.307421+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MTU4NTA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2652945","instructor_name":"Emma Prendergast","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-10-26 23:16:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"I just saw that Emma got a page on this website, so this review is from Spring of 2020. Emma is an engaging, stellar teacher. Don't sign up for her class just to skip it, the lectures are worth it! Her lectures are probably the only lectures that have held my attention at UW, and at the time of this post, I'm a junior!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2652945","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:39:21.546761+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyMzExMjQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1932844","instructor_name":"Farid Masrour","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2025-12-17 18:06:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"He's ok. Arrives late, poor with technology, somewhat bland, but is serviceable for a class that's a gen ed for most. \"Enforces\" a no technology policy in class so students write paper notes. Easy to take without textbook, lectures and discussions are pretty informative. Positives are that he encourages discussions and teaches an interesting class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1932844","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.514322+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzNjc0Mzgy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2306960","instructor_name":"Gregory Nirshberg","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2020-10-02 03:57:04 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really awesome dude. Loves his subject and is always down to talk to his students. Articulates concepts well.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2306960","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:59.514322+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxODkyOTQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2306960","instructor_name":"Gregory Nirshberg","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2019-05-16 18:34:54 +0000 UTC","comment":"My class had Greg replace our TA after she had to quit. Greg is very knowledgable, but his knowledge is coupled with a big ego. He was condescending in all of my conversations with him. Feedback on papers is harsh and rude. "This conclusion is perfunctory" and "I mean, I'm not sure she means it to work like this, but okay."","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2306960","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:37:03.663792+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM3NDY4NDQw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2769725","instructor_name":"Hayley Clatterbuck","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2023-03-01 16:23:10 +0000 UTC","comment":"She was a great lecturer, I highly recommend going to every lecture you can since they're a lot of fun but she is very understanding about absences and making up work. Grading was relatively heavy on exams and papers, but exams aren't bad and the instructions are always very clear. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2769725","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:38.927986+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2OTcyNDAw","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1761516","instructor_name":"James Messina","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2022-12-05 18:35:39 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Messina is a great professor. He is fun and sets up the lectures basically as a large discussion. There's 3 essays and 2 exams. He gives you a study guide for the exams so if you study that you can get a 100% on them. Overall, definitely recommend!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1761516","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:38.927986+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1OTAyMzk2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1761516","instructor_name":"James Messina","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2022-03-03 23:10:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really great professor, super engaging, and I didn't care too much for philosophy going into it but Professor Messina made me actually want to show up to class each time. Super fair and clear grading and class, and if you show up to lecture and pay attention you'll do really well. Engages the class actively in lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1761516","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:34:38.927986+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTg5NTM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1761516","instructor_name":"James Messina","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-12-18 18:56:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"This guy is awesome. His sense of humor makes lectures so entertaining, and his grading style is pretty easy. I didn't know anything about Philosophy going in, but this class was so interesting. Highly recommend!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1761516","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:31:51.695202+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMxMzc5NTI1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1656006","instructor_name":"John Bengson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2019-02-25 14:55:46 +0000 UTC","comment":"Makes his TA do everything. Not helpful, boring. So hard. Dont take his class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1656006","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:30:37.382932+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MTQyODI4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2650999","instructor_name":"Jonathon Vandenhombergh","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2022-04-25 02:53:48 +0000 UTC","comment":"Technically attendance is required, but class is so much fun that you won't be bothered by it. The \"textbook\" is simple and the readings are short (and what we cover in class is basically the same). Lectures feel like a discussion section where you don't really have to participate if you don't want to","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2650999","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:29:52.507754+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTE0MzE2OTE=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:308655","instructor_name":"Juan Comesana","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2003-12-03 20:58:40 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not very atriculate in lecture.  Rambles on about topics, makes taking notes difficult because you never know what to write down.  Just hope you get a good TA if you have Juan.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/308655","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:27:11.818308+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0MzIyMTM5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2662277","instructor_name":"Katie Deaven","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-01-27 22:26:17 +0000 UTC","comment":"Katie is an amazing instructor who truly cares about each one of her students and their well being. Although this class requires many reading and lengthy papers, in the end, it is worth it to be able to write and understand philosophy. If you have the chance to take this class I recommend it, she works hard to reach out to students and help.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2662277","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:18.870870+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQwNDI0Nzk0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:269987","instructor_name":"Larry Shapiro","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-12-23 20:08:47 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Shapiro did a great job of making a topic that I don't find interesting somewhat interesting. My only complaint is some lectures drag on a bit. We had required readings and discussion and lecture attendance was mandatory. You don't need to do the readings because it is covered so well but he does cold call two people every lecture. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/269987","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:18.870870+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3MjkzNDcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:269987","instructor_name":"Larry Shapiro","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2016-11-30 22:41:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Larry is the best. Gives lectures that are easy to follow. Tests/papers super easy if you take the time to review (I did about 20 mins studying for each test). Textbooks super interesting (I'm keeping it after semester) but you really don't need to read it. Larry gives informal feel to lecture and is super awesome in general Made me love philosophy","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/269987","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:18.870870+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIzODIwOTY1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:269987","instructor_name":"Larry Shapiro","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2014-11-15 16:31:34 +0000 UTC","comment":"Larry is great and he lectures very well! He gives good, relatable examples to illustrate the concepts he's talking about. Exams are extremely writing-heavy. Watch out for them-- I bombed the final because I just plain misread one of the four (!) questions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/269987","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:18.870870+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNDk1NTQ3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:269987","instructor_name":"Larry Shapiro","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2013-12-10 17:52:06 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolutely great professor.  Lectures are clear and explain everything you need to know very well.  Frequently makes dirty jokes which adds a lot life to lectures.  He literally got me to change my major.  Great professor.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/269987","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:18.870870+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTExMDI0MDM4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:269987","instructor_name":"Larry Shapiro","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2005-12-01 12:03:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"An amazing professor, very funny, keeps you awake with his jokes and comments. Talks about subjects from multiple angles to make sure everyone understands. interesting class, learned a lot","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/269987","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:18.870870+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MzM1NDA=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:269987","instructor_name":"Larry Shapiro","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2005-04-15 00:18:41 +0000 UTC","comment":"Larry's a cool guy.  Really knows his stuff and explains it well with good examples.  Class moves at an easy pace, maybe even a little too slow at times.  Readings are frequent but not too long and pretty interesting.  Teaches with a strong atheist bias.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/269987","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:18.870870+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MjM4ODQ=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:269987","instructor_name":"Larry Shapiro","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2005-04-13 23:15:20 +0000 UTC","comment":"He can have his days but overall not a very exciting class. He's a nice guy though and sometimes very interesting.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/269987","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:24:18.870870+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxMjUxNzY=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:269987","instructor_name":"Larry Shapiro","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2004-05-11 15:42:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"Absolutely fabulous. Larry used hilarious and relevant examples to explain complex ideas and it worked great. A ton of fun - one of the best professors I've had.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/269987","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTQyNTI1Mjcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2026-01-20 20:53:35 +0000 UTC","comment":"very tough grader and exams are quite difficult. Lecture attendance is mandatory as all the content is delivered there and no recordings are available. Her handwriting is quite bad, so make sure to follow along closely. She does however really care about her studnets and is eager to help you succeed.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjczNDk4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-12-29 19:57:31 +0000 UTC","comment":"Prof. Gibson is a very fair and very knowledgeable professor. Her lectures are packed with content and she gives away at least one exam question per lecture. If you miss any lectures, though, you will have a very tough time. The exams are graded quite precisely, but if you just show up to class and take thorough notes you should have no problems","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMzMDQyOTA3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2020-04-10 06:42:09 +0000 UTC","comment":"One of my favorite classes, professor Gibson really wants her students to succeed, just make sure to attend every lecture as she basically gives away the an exam question answer per class. Overall if you attend lecture, participate in discussion, and do the readings, you will succeed in this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMyNzUzMTY4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2019-12-24 06:22:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is fantastic. Her handwriting sucks but she reads as she writes so as long as you can write as fast as she can, you're fine. Show up to lecture and take good notes. Test questions are give before tests and, if you show up to lecture, she will answer them explicitly. Fun to listen to. Made me enjoy philosophy. Highly recommend.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTMwNDU0NDc4","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2018-08-22 15:54:59 +0000 UTC","comment":"Martha made the power lectures feel short, and struck off the first exam score IF it was the worst of the semester (which for many students it is because of her testing style). She explained the material well, and she gave out exam questions before the exams. Her handwriting is terrible, but she rereads everything after she's done writing it.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI3NjUzMzcy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2017-01-01 21:15:12 +0000 UTC","comment":"Overall a good professor. The lectures can be dry and boring but she's very clear with what is on the exams, practically gives you the answers.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyOTAxNTEy","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2014-03-11 10:56:11 +0000 UTC","comment":"Not overly hard but prof is extremely boring and dull. Hated going to lecture but she doesn't use Learn@UW and has a very vague syllabus that we had to request so you have to go to lecture to find anything out. Only take this if you are truly interested or need credits but dont care about the class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTQ2MzI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2004-12-02 22:59:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"RARELY, if ever, makes eye contact.  Quizes are hard b/c covers material we read but not necessarily covered in class yet.  All the questions from the exams is covered well in lectures.  Can be boring at times though.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4OTE1NTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2004-12-02 18:42:52 +0000 UTC","comment":"Explains material very well. Falling asleep is inevitable if you take her morning power lecture.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI4ODQ4MDU=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2004-12-02 09:51:08 +0000 UTC","comment":"Doesn't make eye contact, rambles, unorganized, boring, boring class! Do NOT take this class if you don't have to!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNTc5OTI=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2004-06-19 09:30:44 +0000 UTC","comment":"She is very clear and knows how to teach Philosophy. Class is worth going to every day because it is extremely helpful and she covers everything on the exams so no need to do the reading too often :). And class does not seem too long and boring either.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:20:22.154889+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIxNDExNjg=","source_instructor_id":"rmp:18444","instructor_name":"Martha Gibson","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2004-05-14 03:34:00 +0000 UTC","comment":"rambles in class.  writing is illegible on the board.  extremely boring!","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/18444","quality_rating":2.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:37.634395+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4OTY0ODU3","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2710134","instructor_name":"Michael Bruckner","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2024-02-09 17:36:50 +0000 UTC","comment":"Michael is probably one of the kindest professors I've had at UW. You have so many extra credit opportunities and he tries to memorize everyone's names in the first week. If you go to lecture and skim the readings you will have no trouble getting an A. This class was probably the best 4 credit class I could have taken. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2710134","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:37.634395+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NjY2OTMz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2710134","instructor_name":"Michael Bruckner","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-12-28 14:45:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"The lectures itself were pretty boring, and the class was basically graded off two tests and two papers. So long as you show up to the lectures/discussions and take good notes, you should do fine.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2710134","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:37.634395+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MzM3NzM1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2710134","instructor_name":"Michael Bruckner","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-12-01 21:01:14 +0000 UTC","comment":"Really in depth lectures, going to lecture gives you all the tools you need to succeed. Michael is also really receptive to criticisms and his lectures have been getting better throughout the year. However, he reads off slides(a lot of slides(a lot)) so lectures can also be bland and long.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2710134","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:18:37.634395+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MjYxMTQz","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2710134","instructor_name":"Michael Bruckner","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-11-17 23:32:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"Im a freshman so I dont have a lot to go by, but I cant imagine a better class. He is a clear lecturer and he makes dumb jokesit is great.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2710134","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:30.898712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM4NDEwODcx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2656074","instructor_name":"Paul Kelly","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2023-11-17 05:42:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"This man still holds the record for the only professor who's lectures I enjoyed. Paul Kelly is amazing, energetic, and clearly cares about philosophy. Barely any homework, easy papers as midterm/final, and readings aren't mandatory since he talks about them in class anyway. Super easy and super entertaining/interesting, I highly recommend PHILOS101","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2656074","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:30.898712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM2MDQ3Nzg1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2656074","instructor_name":"Paul Kelly","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2022-04-09 16:07:16 +0000 UTC","comment":"I always looked forward to going to his lectures. One of the best professors I have ever had. ","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2656074","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:30.898712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTcwOTA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2656074","instructor_name":"Paul Kelly","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-12-17 05:19:36 +0000 UTC","comment":"I love him he is the BEST","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2656074","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:30.898712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1NTA2MzU0","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2656074","instructor_name":"Paul Kelly","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-12-14 00:06:45 +0000 UTC","comment":"Hands down my favorite professor. He is extremely knowledgeable, explains the basics of philosophy in clear, bite size pieces, and just really expands your worldview in interesting ways. Pre-lecture readings are kinda optional, no other hw. Would absolutely recommend this prof to anyone looking for a easy, interesting humanities credit","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2656074","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":1.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:12:30.898712+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM1MTk5MzA2","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2656074","instructor_name":"Paul Kelly","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-11-06 02:25:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"pretty easy class and really interesting. we had a sub for like 2 weeks and couldnt wait until he came back. prof gave out exam questions before exam (def had to study) and the same questions were on the exam.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2656074","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:02.300563+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI5ODU0NDA5","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1501901","instructor_name":"Sarah Paul","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2018-04-20 19:02:32 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Paul is exactly what you would want out of a philosophy teacher. Even when the content is dry, she keeps students involved by posing good questions to the class and leaving lots of room for discussion. She represents all of the philosophical viewpoints covered in class fairly, and she allows you to draw your own conclusions.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1501901","quality_rating":4.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:02.300563+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTI0MDgxMjIx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1501901","instructor_name":"Sarah Paul","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2014-12-15 02:53:28 +0000 UTC","comment":"Professor Paul is a nice professor and certainly knowledgable more than most Professors I've had in any field. However, she is stuck up, her lectures are not very clear and the readings are essential to understanding. Personally, I learned very little in lecture, but was able to do well in the class from attending the discussions. It's a good class","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1501901","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":3.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:07:02.300563+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTIyNjY3MDQx","source_instructor_id":"rmp:1501901","instructor_name":"Sarah Paul","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2013-12-28 15:40:19 +0000 UTC","comment":"I did not enjoy this class at all. It was way above the level of what a 101 class should be. Professor Paul went way too in depth in the material and expected too much of the students. Her lectures were boring and to be honest, Professor Paul seemed a little full of herself. I do not recommend this class.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/1501901","quality_rating":3.0,"difficulty_rating":4.0},{"observed_at":"2026-09-07 16:06:08.594156+00:00","run_id":"20260907T155543-ce3781c4","source_review_id":"UmF0aW5nLTM0NDU2ODU1","source_instructor_id":"rmp:2470743","instructor_name":"Shannon Nolen","course_label":"PHILOS101","course_id":"PHILOS 101","course_uid":"course_432c74beba85cb7bdc1287f7","review_date":"2021-03-20 23:33:37 +0000 UTC","comment":"Shannon is a great professor. I had her freshmen year in an intro to philosophy class. The were a lot of reading, but you could get by in debate without doing them. They were more for if you wanted to understand the material at a deeper level, but you could get by without them.","source_url":"https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/2470743","quality_rating":5.0,"difficulty_rating":2.0}]