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Fred Baumann - Kenyon College

Professor: Fred Baumann

Department: Political Science

College: Kenyon College

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: PSCI221
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Baumann is a brilliant passionate man. His classes are incredibly rewarding and will change the way you think. If you do the readings and listen carefully to the lectures you will do well and walk away fulfilled. Everyone should try and take at least one class with him before they graduate!

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: PSCI422
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I graduated from college over a decade ago, have gone on to multiple grad school programs and have had a varied and rewarding career and Fred Baumann is not only the single greatest professor I have ever had he is also without a doubt of the the most brilliant minds I have ever experienced. Changed who I am and how I think to this day.

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: PSCI101
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great professor, asks many hard questions but at times can be dismissive of dissented student opinion. Fully intend to take more classes with him.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: PSCI101Y
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I had Professor Baumann for Quest. He is one of the most knowledgeable people I've ever met. Super funny, makes class extremely interesting. 12/10 recommend!

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: PSCI101Y
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Lots of reading, but he's the real deal. Don't miss the chance to take him.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: POLISCI101
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Not a polisci/english/history major, so had a bit of trouble with Quest. Level of difficulty should be 3.5 because Baumann will give you some leeway as long as you improve. Really grades you based on effort. PARTICIPATION MATTERS!! You might not know anything but as long as you really try, he will reward you. Really care about you.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: PSCI221
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Worst professor I've had at Kenyon.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: PSCI102
Grade Received: A-
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is literally my favorite Professor. He is really good at keeping the class engaged. No pop quizzes and is very willing to work with you on papers and your grade. Participation matters though and I cannot stress that enough.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: QUEST
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Amazing professor. Definitely worth taking.

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: QUEST
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

One of my favorite professors.

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: PSCI101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

The best. I learned so much from him. He helped make me who I am today.

Rating # 12

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

This will sound like hyperbole, but it's not: Fred is the wisest man I have ever known. He changed the way I think about politics, literature, myself, and the world around me. Besides my parents, no one has had a greater influence on who I am and how I think. From Renoir to Sartre to the Jacobins, his range of knowledge is remarkable. Take him.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: PSCI101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Professor Baumann is not overrated at all!He's great!

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: POLISCI1201
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Found him overhyped by student body. He comes off smug and uninterested, and his teaching reflects that. He didn't connect well with certain students, his lectures were confusing. Typical blue book exams, nothing special, but read everything assigned

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: PSCI200
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Although Baumann has a great rep, he did not live up to expectations. As a classical quest professor (he usually teaches moderns) he seemed uninterested. Summarized the text a lot, and referenced Neitzche and Montesque more than Aristotle or Plato. Doesn't assign many papers, but lots of reading. I was quite disappointed.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: PSCIMANY
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Will change the way you think. Must take. Hard Grader.

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: PSCI101
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best professor I've ever had. Completely changed the way I think about what I read and how I formulate opinions. Hard grader who assigns a lot of reading, but I've definitely learned a lot. Must-take teacher

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: PSCI221
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He changed my conception of Classical and Modern Political Philosophy. Great Prof. not only because he is extremely smart, but also because he's a great performer (he masters the art of teaching.) B+ won't be too hard to get, but you'll have to work really hard that brain and soul of yours if you seek an A. His classes are a pleasurable challenge.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: HIST360
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Life changing professor. The best professor I've taken at Kenyon. Assigns lots of reading, but the reading is incredible. Class discussion is intense and he expects students to have done the reading and thought about it. He leaves the class speechless. This class alone is worth tuition. Drop everything else and take him.

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: PSCI221
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Baumann is engaging, very kind, and extremely passionate about political philosophy. I particularly appreciated the extensive historical background he provided (he actually has a PhD in History), which is something I've often craved in other political philosophy classes. He can sometimes be a little unclear - it's important to read.

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