John Meixner - Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI

Professor: John Meixner

Department: Philosophy

College: Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: PHL340
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I love philosophy. I've loved it long before I took a class with Dr. Meixner. But taking a class with Dr. Meixner has made me love philosophy even more. He's an amazingly intelligent man, and he's caring and compassionate. I really admire him a lot.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: PHIL140
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He is an awesome man I've ever had in any other class, make a boring lecture into an interesting lecture. He cares about every student, even you struggling through the begging and get the bad grade. If you attended every class still can't get a fine grade, see him, he will always help you in any way.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Meixner is by far the best professor I have had since starting at CMU. Lectures are very interesting considering the subject area can be somewhat dry at times. Meixner's awesome sense of humor as well as passion for the subject make this class worth coming to! Grades with a heavy curve and uses attendance to help curve your grade more.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Even though this class can be tough and make little to no sense at times, Meixner makes it bearable. His lectures are always interesting and funny and it makes class worth coming to. The one thing I would say though is that he doesn't use blackboard and the grading criteria is pretty unclear.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I've taken many courses over my 3 years here, and this class/professor is the best combo I have ever seen.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Meixner is by far the best teacher I have had, not only at CMU, but in general. He is passionate about the subject and it explains it very clearly to his students. The material is challenging and requires you to work but if you value using your brain and learning how to think critically you will enjoy this class!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: PHIL140
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

So far my favorite professor. Can't say enough great things about him. Very humorous and a great teacher. Loves to see his students succeed. The material is kind of tricky but come to class and do the homework, and you shouldn't have a problem understanding it.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: PHIL140
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

This professor was hilarious and I enjoyed the class. If you don't like math with a twist, don't take it. This class makes you think in a different way and I loved it.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PHIL140
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

John Meixner is by far one of my favorite professors. He was very funny and made lectures interesting. If you show up to class he takes note of it. Also, if you skip a lot of classes you may not do well on exams. Hardly ever any homework. Overall a great guy!!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

John Meixner is the funniest professor I've ever had the pleasure of having. He is a great guy and even though his class was hard it was so worth it. Ten out of ten would recommend to a friend. Constantly joking about drinking and drugs and other sorts of things he probably shouldn't, but thats what makes him awesome. Grades on a heavy curve.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

John was the most amazing professor I've ever had. He's hilarious and truly cares about you and your well-being. About 4 exams total, including the final. Some quizzes and rarely ever any homework. Go to class, you won't regret it. One of the most entertaining lectures I've ever been a part of!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

This man cracks me up! So down to earth and easy going. His class is rarely ever boring, as he has a great sense of humor. The class isn't too hard if you pay attention during his lectures. He does a good job of explaining things.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Prof. Meixner was by far the best teacher I have had at Central yet. He really knows what he is talking about and is actually somewhat entertaining during his lectures. The class itself is a little difficult but he is always there for extra assistance if you need it. I highly recommend him.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Extremely hard class but it was fun and interesting. John is literally the smartest person I have ever met and he makes you feel like a college student should. Although his class was tough and the tests were rip your hair out type, it was a good class and a good experience. I recommend it.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The coolest prof at CMU. He makes hilarious jokes. His lectures are very good and if you participate and pay attention you will get an A

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: F
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

When I was struggling at the end of the semester I was completely unable to get in contact with him regarding my problems. Doesn't post grades online either. Attendance is not mandatory but highly recommended. Overall a good professor but not an easy subject matter and not accessible enough.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Difficult class, but not completely unattainable. I took it for a UP requirement, and this might sound silly, but I am surprised about how much I actually learned. I learned so much that I can apply to my daily life. Go to every class, take good notes. I think 4 exams total. Some homework and quizzes, but truly cares about the students.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Meixner is an amazing professor, more times than not though you find yourself very confused as to whats going on at the beginning of the lecture. Even though it was so confusing at the start though by the end he had explained it in a way that made sense. He also tests in a way that makes sure you know it, not just memorizing certain facts.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PHL140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Great prof. Attendance isn't mandatory but he goes over power points every class, and you'll need those notes for the exams. Definitely recommend him.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PHL390
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

One of the most rigorous courses offered at CMU! The material is very dense, and everything is very challenging. However, Dr. Meixner manages to engage the students & inspires them to learn more. He is a great professor, & I encourage philosophy students to take this course. Difficult(but manageable) exams, lots of readings, & exceptional lectures.