Willis Konick - University of Washington

Professor: Willis Konick
Department: Literature
College: University of Washington
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT271
  • 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 taken a class from.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT271
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Although he is retired he taught during summer and it was truly one of the best classes I have had at UW. We watched Kubrick movies for the quarter, his concepts are very insightful and easy to understand. Also a real funny guy. Grade was based on 2 essays with plenty of prompts for each. Definitely take this class.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: CLITA
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Absolutely BRILLIANT!
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT496
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Alas, there is still hope for you newcomers, Willis happens to teach a class in the Spring of every year (tentative). Willis (aka Grandpa) is a MUST TAKE during your time at UW, He keeps you one your Toes, LITERALLY. Guaranteed the best lectures you will ever have, but I won't spoil it for you, find out yourself!
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT496
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
By far one of the most interesting professors I have had. He made every lecture fun and intriguing while still covering the stories from the readings. I was lucky enough to have him before he retired. Wish I could take him again! :(
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: RUSSNLIT
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
No Comments
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT271
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
well, if youre thinking about taking a course with konick youre too late. he already retired. his last quarter was spring '07 where he taught film on kubrick. an awesome class and professor. the class itself isnt a lot of work, but you need to pay attention to do well on the papers. hes a local celebrity and uw legend...youll probably hear stories
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT352
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He's crazy. seriously. I didnt learn much. he lost my paper...didnt get a grade for spring quarter until august. The review of the papers before they are due is awesome. An easy class. He tries to pick on and embarass students. Hes not big on symbolism or in-depth lectures...he goes off of obscure topics, but it is an easy class.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT270
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Konick is great and hilarious. Word of his teaching always gets around by word of mouth. He makes class attendance fun and enjoyable.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT350
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
GREAT PROF! his lectures are engaging; he makes skits and is so dramatic so he can get his point across. LOVED HIM. Pretty easy class too, your grade is based on only two essays, which are based on the book(s) you have to read. He pretty much tells you what is looking for in those essays in lecture though.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: LIT401
  • 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:
Read Anna Karenin & War and Peace in one quarter and LOVED it! Willis is a genius nut. Favorite moment: his strip tease (please, put it back on!) I'd re-enroll to take his classes again. I recommend HIGHLY!
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT351
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Freakin awesome prof, loved him!
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT352
  • 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:
valet Latin for: Supreme Architect of all things literary
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT350
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Entertaining lectures but terrifying when he calls on you. Pretty much makes up all of his theories about the books you read but they are always easy to repeat in the papers. Grades easily and is really helpful in office hours. Relatively enjoyable classes.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: COMPLIT352
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
oh dear where do i begin. konick is very original, funny, creative, bombastic, and just plain...awesome. i cant think of another teacher as crazy as him, but in a good way. even though it scares the crap out of me when he calls on me, i still love him unconditionally. he is a uw legend! take his classes, they rock!
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT352
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
My man!
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT350
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Awesome teacher with a crazy disposition. One of the better teachers on campus. Basically attend lectures, read 4 books and write 2 essays. Highly recomended!
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT350
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Comedy Central should seriously consider broadcasting his lectures.
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT350
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Willis is a great guy. The class is basically just entertaining though - not really all that educational. It's hard to make yourself go every day when you don't feel like you're learning, but if you're looking for something fun and easy, Willis will make you laugh for sure...
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: CLIT350
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: N/A
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Hilarious man with a wicked sense of humor. I would go to lecture just for the entertainment. Easy too, if you pay attention.
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