Reviews of professor Christopher Whidden

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
I had Whidden as my discussion leader and I really liked him. He likes people who participate but if you don't, it's not a huge deal. He gives really good feedback on essays but occasionally the quizzes could be difficult.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
The books are difficult or even boring to read sometimes, but Whidden is incredibly good at clarifying and highlighting the key points of each book.  He grades all of his discussion class's papers very harshly (watch for wordiness).  This can seem slightly annoying sometimes, but it is never unfair and he gives absolutely amazing feedback.

Rating: 2.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
Prof Whidden is a solid prof. However his discussions are boring and feel like a waste of time. It ends up being a conversation about some minute detail because it feels like he didn't prepare any content. His quizzes are also super specific like who said this quote for a 80 page reading. Great guy but much better honor prof out there.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
If you get the chance, take Whidden. He is such an amazing professor and cares so deeply about his students. His honors discussion was my favorite class this semester. You can tell he loves his job and he makes seemingly confusing and boring texts so entertaining. Very clear expectations and a fair grader and person. Best decision you can make.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Really great teacher. His class is not too hard as long as you show up and take notes even if you don't read. His quizzes are based on stuff you talk about in class and lecture so there's no crazy questions. Hard grader on essays, but if you write how he wants, it shouldn't be too hard. Lectures were entertaining and interesting.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Very nice and gives good and specific feedback. Lectures/discussions are interesting and engaging. Funny. Lots and lots of reading. Only graded on six things ( three papers and three tests) plus participation. Very helpful. Tests are pretty hard. Will actually give 100% if deserved.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 1.0/5
Professor Whidden is AMAZING!! I would have him for all my courses if possible he is such an amazing person. Super funny, great at giving advice on how to write papers, very caring, and is overall a great professor to know and take. Take professor whidden!!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
Take Prof Whidden if you can get into one of his sections! He cares about everyone of his students, no matter what. Get to know him and go to his office hours. Honors has a lot of reading but he makes if so easy to get interested in each text. 11/10. I wish I got into his D102 class.