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Eric Carlsson

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Raw average: 4.83/5 from 18 quality ratings. The adjusted rating blends this with the UW review average (3.66/5), weighted as 20 additional ratings. Smaller samples stay closer to that average. Each captured review is counted once in the prior; this does not correct who chooses to leave a review.

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What students say

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HIST208 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Had clear, achievable expectations. Lectures were very conversational and engaging. One of my favorite professors I've had.
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HIST411 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Eric is extremely caring and does a great job of showing attention to all students and ensuring they understand material in their own way. He is entertaining and motivating as a lecturer. Definitely reccomend.
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HIST209 · course not matched
Quality 4/5Difficulty 4/5
Carlsson is a great professor. He really likes it when you participate in class. He's a tougher grader than other history professors but he is really caring and accessible. Really sweet guy and interesting class.
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HIST209 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Carlsson is my most favorite professor of all time. He cares so much, is incredibly knowledgeable, and is so willing to learn. The readings are difficult, but doable, and the workload is appropriate for the level of the class. Would recommend taking anything with him if you can, or just talking to him.
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HIST208 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 2/5
I took 208 and 209 with him a few years ago, and I still find myself thinking about some of the lectures and reading material even to this day after graduation. If youre searching for answers to tough, abstract questions, these courses are for you. Not because he has answers, but because its one of the few times in life you can explore them.
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HIST209 · course not matched
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Carlsson is one of my favorite professors, and he went out of his way to make sure that I got into another class of his when it was already full. His lectures are interesting and he really encourages sharing your thoughts (participation is graded). He is a fair grader on essays and is very willing to work with you outside of class.
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Classes with Eric Carlsson

HISTORY 201

The Historian's Craft

3–4 credits

THE HISTORIAN'S CRAFT teaches students to conduct original historical research and convey results through archival engagement and communication.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Recent recorded grades — Fall 2021: 3.50 GPA, 69.2% A/AB (n=13 letter grades); Spring 2023: 3.53 GPA, 87.5% A/AB (n=16 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.56 GPA, 87.5% A/AB (n=16 letter grades).

Giuliana ChamedesEric Carlsson+12 more

historical GPA · grades

Spring 2022–Spring 2026
HISTORY 699

Directed Study

1–4 credits

HISTORY 699 is a directed study course allowing students to conduct independent research under faculty supervision.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Stephen KantrowitzGiuliana Chamedes+44 more

historical GPA · grades

Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sample
HISTORY 999

Independent Work

1–6 credits

HISTORY 999 is an independent work course involving directed study under faculty supervision.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Stephen KantrowitzGiuliana Chamedes+54 more

historical GPA · grades

Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sample
HISTORY/RELIGST 409

Christianity in the Atlantic World, 1500-1800

3 credits

Examines sweeping changes in Western Christianity from the late Middle Ages to democratic revolutions, including the Reformation, colonization, and religious renewal movements.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.18 GPA, 54.5% A/AB (n=11 letter grades).

Eric Carlsson

historical GPA · grades

Fall 2023–Fall 2023 · limited sample

Recorded teaching history

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TermCourseTitle
Fall 2026HISTORY 201The Historian's Craft
Fall 2026HISTORY 681Senior Honors Thesis
Fall 2026HISTORY 698Directed Study
Fall 2026HISTORY 699Directed Study
Fall 2026HISTORY 990Research and Thesis
Fall 2026HISTORY 999Independent Work
Fall 2026HISTORY/RELIGST 409Christianity in the Atlantic World, 1500-1800

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