Reviews of professor Christopher Elias

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
One of the most effective professors I've ever had. It's easy to find a professor that knows their stuff... but finding a professor that can help you grow as a student is another thing. Elias is awesome in one on one conversation as well. I really enjoyed the seminar I took with him and will remember him as a great professor and great guy.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
professor Elias is great. he is very reasonable and caring. it is obvious that he really wants everyone to get an A. he grades reasonably. he likes participation in class discussions. he wants you to do your reading. he is the most human professor I have ever had. take a class with him you will not regret it

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
This was one of my favorite classes I have taken so far. Elias is intelligent yet hilarious & approachable. Class was all discussion based and I had to put in a ton of work for the class which was frustrating at times because I'm not a history major. But I got so much out of the course and all of the work was worth it. Highly recommend.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Everybody loves Elias. He relates to his students and really takes the time to get to know everybody outside the classroom. Does he make you work really hard? Yes. I would not recommend this class if you're looking for an easy A. He gives out a crazy amount of readings and assignments. Love him as a prof, not a grader.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 1.0/5
These conversations were some of the best I have ever had. And that was basically every day of class. You should read the books because most of them are amazing, but you really don't have to to get an A+

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
Elias is an amazing professor!! 10/10 would recommend his United States to 1865 for your MCD. He is super knowledgeable, passionate, and hilarious. His lectures and discussion are both educational and entertaining. Course load is very reasonable, exams are straightforward and you get a study guide for them, and the main textbook is free online. :)

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
He is fun and the class isn't too hard.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Elias is the definition of an amazing prof. He gives clear instructions and detailed feedback. He WANTS his students to succeed and does everything possible to assist them. His communication inside and outside of class is top notch. He's understanding, funny, intelligent, and supportive. Not a history major but would love to have him again!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Great prof, St. Olaf needs to tenure him ASAP. Really makes history about the big picture as well as personal stories, as opposed to monotonous dates and names. Also a super great guy outside of class, he actually cares about the other things you do as a student and where you're from, which makes class more personal. Tough grader, but respectable.