Wilson, Jonathan  

king of whack

Please take Professor Wilson. As all the other reviewers have stated, this is the best teacher I have ever had!!!

Wilson is very passionate about what he teaches, it's almost adorable. He has this incredible talent of making a 7am class engaging and entertaining. Test are directly from lecture and lectures are very straight-forward and thoroughly explained. Very easy class. Just don't miss a day or you'll have to catch up on 4 pages of notes! (not joking)

Oh my god. Just take him already. I had a 7:10AM class with him, and I looked forward to his class all the time.. and I am definitely NOT a morning person. Get him if you can, because he is AMAZING.

Don't let the 7am class time turn you away! This class is soooo worth it. Only thing you have to do for this class is memorize the notes the night before the three tests! Be warned though the only grades are only these three tests so make sure you actually memorize the notes really well! Wilson was very entertaining.

Professor Wilson is hands down the best history teacher I have ever had. Considering how dry history can be, Wilson makes this class incredibly interesting, even at 7 am. He is very cynical but is amazing at linking history with anecdotes and stories that are easy for college students to understand. Take him if you can, but make sure to study for the midterms because your grade in the class is entirely based on 2 midterms and a final.

Hands down one of the best teachers I have ever had. Getting up at 7AM was difficult, but I loved his class so much that I looked forward to it. He is one of the most passionate and knowledgable teachers I have ever had. I have never been a huge fan of history, but he made me love history and I took so much from his class. All you have to do is go to class and you will do well because the tests are based completely on the lectures. I definitely recommend him!!

I'll make it easy for all of you. Take this history teacher. Do not buy the book. Memorize, and I mean memorize the notes if you want to do well on the three tests. The best teacher I have ever had the privilege of having at CPSLO. I kid you not, I looked forward to his 7 am classes. The only downside is he sometimes spends so much time on one material, he has to rush through others but that's the quarter system for you.

The absolute best history teacher I have ever had the pleasure of having. I read some of the reviews here before signing up for him just expecting another above average lecturer, but my expectations were blown away. He's extremely knowledgeable about every little detail that you go over in the course, and unfortunately because I took him during the summer he had to rush the material. Before taking this class history was my weakest subject and I hated taking it. However, I actually enjoyed Wilson's lectures because they were very engaging and he actually makes everything exciting to learn. Just take him for any class at least once before you graduate; he is truly the best.

The best lecturer I've had at Poly.

I've always been interested in little history tidbits, but after taking this class, it's easily one of my favourite subjects! Wilson was the absolute best professor I've had to date, and probably one of the best teachers I've had in my life. Yeah, the lecture is at 7 am, but it's so worth it! His anecdotes are hilarious and he is so obviously passionate about his subject. He'll ask if you're reading the book and make little comments about it here and there, but it really isn't necessary to buy the book. Just attend lectures, because sometimes he will make comments that aren't in the prepared notes, and often those comments will become questions on the test! Don't worry though--he'll preface these comments with a "Write this down!" He really wants the students to succeed. He says almost daily that you can go to his office hours if you need help, and he's always willing to answer questions. He gives you your exam grade at the beginning of the next class, and says that if you want to look over the exam in more detail you can go to his office hours. His cynicism just made the class more entertaining. Truly a wonderful professor. 10/10 would take again.

I loved having Jon as a professor, despite having class at 7am twice a week. I have never had a more passionate teacher than him. For this class, the tests reflect the class notes and I never got any additional information by reading the book. I highly recommend this professor for anyone who needs to take a history class. He made getting up before 7am worth it.

The class isn't too hard. I pretty much crammed the night before every exam and got a B. That said, if you wanted an A, further effort would have likely been required. The tests are almost completely based off the lectures, a principle likely in place as an incentive to come because most of his lectures are at 7am. If you find yourself with 12th rotation/like to get up unnnaturally early, Wilson might be for you, that is if you also like his cynical approach to the world. Jaded though he is, he will make you laugh at least once, on average, per class. Some days he's on a roll, joke after joke - each funnier than the next. and the class will be enjoyable, even if it's super early. He'll undoubtedly crack the same joke about his ex-wife several times. He's so cynical though, that you'll likely end up feeling sorry for him. Very little material that is tested is from the book. There are 3 NON-CUMULATIVE tests, each worth 1/3rd of your grade. HE'S FUNNY

Wilson is an awesome teacher!! He gives awesome lectures that definitely made it worth it to go to class at 7 AM. The only reason why I got a C in the class was because I didn't have very good studying practices during the beginning of the class. However, I used flash cards for the final exam and I nailed it! I definitely recommend this method. If you need to fulfill your D1 and USCP, for the love of God, TAKE WILSON. The exams are not hard, I just didn't study very well for the first two, as I said before.

Professor Wilson is super enthusiastic. His class was at 7am and it wasn't hard to go to at all. It was basically story time every Tuesday and Thursday morning. He is a funny guy who likes to comment on sports and current events. If you put in a good faith effort to study for the multiple choice exams, this class shouldn't be difficult. Your grade is based on 3 tests throughout the quarter, each one covering their own material.

This guy is great! He is by far the most compassionate teacher I have had here at Cal Poly. He absolutely loves history and I enjoyed going to his class, even though it was 7am. He essentially has 3 midterms, and that's it. The tests are for the most part from his notes, while a few questions are from the reading (like 1-2 out of 50 questions: 45 multiple choice, 5 free response short answers). Absolutely LOVED the class and Professor Wilson! He also makes class entertaining through his personal stories and sports.

Originally I was very excited to take this class after reading Wilson's Polyratings. However, his class was very different than expected. He reused the same transparencies that he likely made when he started teaching. His style of teaching was yelling in order to create excitement. Yelling at 7 am is not something I'm a fan of personally. He also made multiple distasteful jokes about suicide, his failed marriages, and his impending debt all the while reminding us that the only important thing in life is money and that we are all going to die alone. His tests were overly specific but if you memorized the notes you can get a B. I wouldn't take his class unless you want to be bombarded every day at 7 am.

Very energized and intensely passionate, I wish I had more history classes with a vivacious professor like that. Four hour sessions during summer were pretty rough though. Would have been a much worse experience with a poorer teacher. Straightforward with pre-prepared slides and clinical exams, feel bad he his only a part-time instructor.

Hands down Dr. Wilson is my favorite history professor ever and maybe all time Professor ever. He makes history so much fun. I normally do not enjoy history but i loved this class. It was at 7am but totally worth it. He writes out the notes for you and projects them on the board so all you have to do is copy them. During the lectures he acts out many historical events which is extremely funny and entertaining!! You take 3 test and those are the only grades you get. YOU MUST TAKE THIS CLASS!!!

Personally, I found Wilson annoying with the way he lectures which really just consists of yelling. But he was helpful in clarifying questions people had in class and I really appreciated only being graded on 3 non-cumulative tests. I read the required chapters every week but the in-class notes are definitely sufficient to do well on the tests, so buying the books is not necessary, especially the "For the Record..." Vol. 1 book.

I would highly recommend taking this class if you are looking for an semi-easy GE. While it is at 7am twice a week it is completely bearable as all you really have to do is sit there and take notes. There are only three tests and if you make flashcards from your notes you will be fine.

I hate history. I really do. I'm that person who complains incessantly about having to take history GE's and how they just teach the same boring things. But Dr. Wilson's class ended up being my favorite class of the quarter, even with the 7am timeslot. I read his PolyRatings and definitely didn't believe this guy could live up to all this hype, but he totally blew my expectations out of the water; he brings history to life and is just chocked full of knowledge and is so freaking funny, he can have a whole lecture hall full of half-dead students cracking up that early in the morning. His tests are also straight out of the notes you take in class and pretty straightforward; I didn't even buy the books he requires lol. Phenomenal guy, phenomenal class.

Professor Wilson is an excellent teacher. If you go to lecture and take good notes in class you will not have to study for the test because they are pretty straight forward. He also, despite class being at 7 in the morning, make class enjoyable by adding little stories about his life. He really cares about his classes and getting the material across. If he is available I would take him.

The myth. The man. The legend. If you have the option to take this man, drop everything you are doing at that moment and enroll in his class. Wake up at 7am and come to lecture every class. This will be one of the greatest decisions of your life thus far, I guarantee it.

Although this class was a 7am, Jonathan Wilson made the class very entertaining. Your grade is made up of three exams, all of which are not cumulative. All of the questions on the tests are from the notes taken during class. He is a very entertaining guy. I studied a ton for his tests, they are just difficult. I would highly recommend voice recording his lectures because he goes into alot more detail verbally than what is written down for the notes. Though I am getting a low grade, this was still a great class.

Great professor, just sucks that its at 7 AM. He really cares about student's success and doesn't front when it comes to exams. I recommend him to anyone that wants a teacher that teaches and wants to succeed in the class. Don't let the 7 AM time scare you; he is funny AF.

TAKE THIS CLASS. Professor Wilson conveys information in a very clear and interesting way. The tests are straight forward as long as you memorize the notes.

This guy is an awesome teacher. He is fascinating to listen to and made the course very interesting which is hard to do for history. The tests are made directly from the notes so you just have to study to pass. Also, don't be terrified if you fail the first test. I got a 68 on my first test and a 94 on the second one. Just study the notes in depth and a study guide is helpful too. His final is not cumulative so it basically ends up being 3 lectures. He doesn't give homework so all of the tests are weighted the same which means you have to do solid on all three to get a good grade in the class but it is very doable. If you need a history class, this is the one to take.

This guy is amazing. I have had incredible history teachers my entire life and this guy blows them out of the water. Sorry to all my AP teachers, but this guy puts them to shame. I despise mornings with a passion, but looked forward to this class at 7 AM twice a week. I usually wake up around 11, but I hauled myself out of bed, got myself a starbucks on the way, and enjoyed every second and note of this guy retelling us American history like it was his favorite personal story ever. Even if you hate history, take this guy, it was like an audiobook of a novel the way this guy lectured, every detail was interesting and applied to the overall class. He is also just the right amount of ironically pessimistic to make the class humorous, and he throws in some short personal funny stories to keep the class engaged. Tests are straight up note memorization, make all the notes into flashcards, memorize them, and you'll nail the tests. You are a lucky person if you get Wilson.

He is hard to contact if you do not go to his office hours as he has a lot of classes at other schools (i.e. Cuesta) so you need to talk to him after class if you want to ask a question. He did not reply to my emails. Also he is very loud and energetic in the morning which could be seen as a good or bad thing. You really need to memorize your notes and I suggest reading the textbook too. I did not go to all the classes or read the textbook so I deserved the grade I got. The way he words his tests is very complex so make sure you read the questions correctly.

Professor Wilson was such a great teacher! He was so passionate about the material, knew everything that he was lecturing like the back of his hand, and even made us laugh even at 7 am. The tests were easy-- 50 questions multiple choice, no essay. Final was not cumulative. It was such a great class to start off my time at Cal Poly.

Dr. Wilson is an incredible lecturer. He makes sure you know what he wants you to know, and is not afraid to speak his mind. Notes are clear, tests can me tricky so just make sure you memorize flashcards as you go along with notes.

Worst teacher ever! Wilson goes off on tangents for the majority of the class and none of it is relevant to the tests!!!!!!!! Only 3 tests and that's your grade. The questions are super specific so memorize EVERYTHING or you'll fail. Lots of people did poorly in his class, so don't think it's an easy class because of all the positive reviews. Hard class, bad lecturer, but he's a good person.

I took this class at 7 am due to all of the good reviews. The grading for this class consists of three exams and nothing else and there is no curve to my understanding. To pass these three exams and get an A in the class I memorized all the notes given in the class, so try not to miss class. These notes should be enough and you don't need to textbook to pass the class. If you happen to miss a day of class there is a quizlet online of past students notes that you can go off of. The tests are 45 multiple choice questions and five short answers. As mentioned above, the test is pure memorization, so do spend a lot of time memorizing the notes and you will do just fine. I do recommend this professor even at the horrible 7 am hour.

If your not taking this guy buy the time you read this, you have a problem! Wilson is a LEGEND!

Do not take this professor! He does not put any effort in to presenting the material, and uses slides from when he started teaching. He also is one of those professors that wants to trick you and tests you on details that he mentioned for a split second in class. Many History majors I know have failed his class due to this. In terms of the lecture, he is unprofessional and he lacks support towards of students opinions. He will say derogatory things like, "You Mexicans will like this!" or, "You women love these stupid things." He spends a lot of time talking about his political views, which is unprofessional but what is worse is he ridicules students who have opposing views rather than promoting a conversation. I mean he will literally call you "stupid." He also talks a lot about his money and his multiple divorces rather than teaching. Overall you won't learn much, because he does not actually know as much as people claim. He once said global warming was invented by Bernie Sanders, that Native Americans don't deserve to be called Native, and he claimed slaves consented into slavery. You will not learn anything useful, in a class that is meant to be very important. I recommend taking this class with Dr.Carver or Dr. Reid. They are easy classes, but you learn so much more.

He was a good professor, however, the exams can be difficult. Some of the material he went over very quickly so it was difficult to get a full understanding of the topic. There are only 3 exams in your grade which does not help at all. That is not useful and a reason why I regret taking this class. Wilson is a very interesting lecturer and is VERY passionate about history which makes the class a lot better. He is also entertaining to listen to and I did not mind going to his class at 7am.

All of his tests are based on his notes... DON'T EVEN GET THE TEXTBOOK. He has some great humor, his tests are easy, and make sure you go to every class.

Wilson was amazing. As everyone else has already said, he is the professor you want for history. He is passionate and hilarious. I will never forget Fort Necessity or the War of 1812. His tests are directly from the notes that he gives you, so definitely don't waste your money on the textbook (I think I opened it once the entire quarter). If you need clarification, his office hours are helpful. Honestly after this class I researched what else he teaches because I want him as my professor for everything. I had his class at 7am across campus twice a week and never even considered blowing it off because Wilson made history fun. Also he has some golden quotes about life that are super funny: "If you want to marry someone, find something in common with them, some common ground. Or...do what George Washington did and marry someone rich" "What's the most important thing in life? Money" 10/10 would recommend

Take this class!! The 7 am time can be discouraging but it is totally worth it even if you are not a morning person like myself. This class completely changed my perspective on history as a whole (which I previously disliked as well). Wilson is extremely passionate about history which makes the class exciting and it’s super easy to listen and follow along. He makes even the most boring stuff interesting and I constantly found myself excited to learn more. When I read Polyratings before I took the class I was discouraged by how many people say his personality is cynical and slightly depressing, which truthfully it is, but during the class I found that the way he expresses his cynicism is hilarious and it was one of the things I liked most about him. As for the class, the entirety of your grade depends on just three tests, so if you are not a good test taker and you like having other assignments this might not be the class for you. I personally love the set up because you can study on your time and his tests are VERY to the point. He lectures, provides you with his notes that you copy down during the lecture, and then his tests are on these notes (45 mc and 5 short answer). There is no outside book information and he never has any surprises on his tests so as long as you study your notes thoroughly you should get a solid grade. The book can be helpful if you like getting more background information but I only used it one time and it was a waste of money to rent. All in all awesome class and great professor.

Wilson was a very interesting lecturer to say the least. Overall, his class was very fun and as interesting as a History class can get. One huge downside for me was the class was at 7 AM. A class this early makes it hard to take in all the information given. There is no homework or attendance in this class. It is only graded on 3 test through out the quarter. Sometimes he will talk a lot about one certain topic in his lectures and lose track of time and shoves a lot of info in a very short time. In my class he also had a lot of trouble with the tech forcing him to write on a board. But, he is a good teacher and makes depressing jokes a lot.

The only information that you need to know for the test are in the lecture notes. I used the textbook for my first test and it was the lowest test grade in this class for me. It was hard to come back from, that's why I got a C. Definitely only use the lecture notes, unless he says otherwise (usually if he is cramming in the end of some chapters, look at Quizlet or the textbook for some back-up).

Wilson was amazing! Although history at 7am isn't necessarily the most appealing thing, Wilson keeps you awake with his jokes and stories. He really knows his stuff and can make this class very interesting. We had 3 exams, all based on the lecture material. He has outlines for his notes that directly correlate to test material. Study that hard and you will do well in this class. If you get the chance, take him!

Professor Wilson is hilarious which makes it easier to focus in a 7am lecture and actually retain the info being presented. Also, this class requires almost no time since the tests are based solely on lecture and your grade is just three exams (he doesn't like the terms 'midterm' or 'final'). I probably spent a grand total of 6 hours on the class over the course of the entire quarter and I got an A. That being said, you need to go to every lecture or you are going to bomb the tests. Don't worry though! He is basically a comedian and spends as much time making jokes as he does teaching. Super easy way to knock off your D1 credit and USCP requirement.

This course only has 2-3 tests. There is no homework which can be dangerous, but if you stay on top of your studying you will be fine. However, DO NOT take this class if you are a poor test taker. His tests are tough and like I said the only grades for the entire course. He has a very conservative bias so keep that in mind, he is super funny and keeps the class engaged even for a 7 am lecture.

Everyone listen. Take this class. Even though it is at 7 am you barely have to pay attention. Just copy down the notes he puts up on the board and listen to his funny stories about what he hates. All you have to do is cram those notes the night before and get an easy B on each of the 3 tests. There is no homework or anything besides the 2 midterms and the finals. The tests are fair and he literally gives you the answers in the notes.

I have taken classes with probably all the history professors in the department and all I can say is Wilson is the worst one! He is unprofessional, yells a lot, and can be rude when asking questions during office hours. There’s so many other good teachers: Dr. Jones, Dr. Loberg, Dr. Linn, Dr. Bodemer! They are way nicer and are very understanding of students. So save yourself the trouble of waking up before 7 am and take someone else.

Professor Wilson is something else. The class was at 7am and was pretty boring. Wilson did not care about being politically correct and periodically said things that were mildly offensive. He (a middle aged man) said to a room with many young girls in it that he was attracted to Spanish women. There were many times where I felt uncomfortable in this class. Other than that, the textbook is completely unnecessary, just study the notes. The notes he gives are organized which is nice, but they are on overhead projector sheets because this man does not realize that computers exist. Offers very little resources (no Polylearn or Canvas page so you can't check grades) and tells the class not to email him. His tests were medium difficulty and the only thing in the gradebook. I would not recommend this class at all.

Mr. Wilson is the best history teacher I have ever had. I have never seen anyone so enthusiastic about their job! After one day of his lecturing, you'll want to go to every class. In addition to the hilarious stories he tells, he brings in old newspapers and books to pass around that are relevant to the lectures. If you copy down all of his pre-written notes and study a couple days before the test, you'll get an A. I would take any history class offered by Mr. Wilson.

Professor Wilson is a great professor to learn History from. He is more passionate about the subject than anyone I've ever encountered. His lectures are very entertaining and informative. He only tests you on what he lectures on in class, so if he isn't able to get to something, then you aren't responsible for it. It is definitely important to go to class because the notes are the best study guides for his tests. He also likes to bring in books, newspaper articles, and pictures from his personal collection of historic memorabilia. Professor Wilson is more than happy to help you after class or in his office hours if you have any questions. He is a very fair grader and overall a very fair professor. Take him if you are able to!

MR. WILSON WAS GREAT!! I enjoyed his class thoroughly!! He was sooo excited about history..it was funny. He always brings in these old newspapers and books and pictures from his "museum" and we pass them around and no one looks at them...but when he forgets one he gets all worked up and apologizes and swears he'll bring it the next time. His lectures are SIMPLE! His tests are even SIMPLER!! He told us what chapters to read but all the tests are straight from the notes...I never even bought a book. If you can...take Wilson...you won't regret it.

This is the best teacher I have had here at calpoly! He is so interesting that students hate missing classes. He is really fair with his grading policy and is always more than willing to help students out. I would DEFINALTELY RECOMMEND THIS TEACHER to anyone!

Mr. Wilson is the best professor I have ever had at Cal Poly. His enthusiasm and passion for History is amazing. His lectures are very interesting; you'll want to go to every class. I would definetly recommend Mr. Wilson! TAKE THIS CLASS!

Mr Wilson is simply the best teacher at Poly. His classes are very interesting, making you want to go. I had his class at 7am, and was there every meeting. He grades fairly too. The only detraction is that there are only 3 tests the whole quarter. So if you do poorly on 1, then it is impossible to get an A...Two tests and a final, all worth 10o pts...Take this teacher!!!!

Professor Wilson is an incredibly knowledgable person for American history. His lectures were like listening to exciting stories. I had this class at 8:00 am and would always stay awake during the lectures. He gave three tests during the quarter and each were very easy if you paid attention. I very highly recommend this professor to anyone.

This is one of the best teachers I have ever had! He is SO interesting to listen to. I never liked history until I took his class. He is very personable and is the best story teller I have ever heard. If you take this class, you will learn so much more than just dates and facts--you will learn about the lives of historical figures. He is the nicest professor you will have! I would take even the most boring subject from him because he could make it interesting.

Professor Wilson is THE greatest instructor to ever walk the face of the earth!! I had him for a 7 am class, and not once once did I ever regret getting up for class. Professor Wilson has a great sense of humor, and goes above and beyond the call of duty to help a student. His tests (3) were straight from his notes, and he presents the material in a clear and concise manner. He's very passionate about his work, and when he tells stories about historical events, you'd think that he had actually experienced it! (VERY ENTHUSIASTIC!) He also brings in old newspapers, books, and other articles about historic events to pass around the class. In short...TAKE PROFESSOR WILSON...HE'S AWESOME!!

This is the best teacher I have had at cal poly. He is amazing. I never knew I liked history until I took his class. He is a great lecturer with wonderful stories to go with his lectures. He has so much energy and enthusiasm and he really cares about his students. If he taught more classes here I would take them. TAKE THIS TEACHER!!!

Johnny boy kicks ass. A little goofy sometimes, and loud.

Wooo yea!!! I'm seriously thinking of being a history teacher after taking this class. I'm in the college of science and math, and that's how good this guy is. His tests are extremely easy if you read over your notes a few times. (The tests are based strictly on what he puts on the overhead.) Even though it i a major source of entertainment in class, he really should stop criticizing himself. I'm pretty sure he does it to get the class riled up, bbut that doesn't take away from the fact it's sad.

he gave us the notes to the lecture on an overhead. i didn't have to read a single page in the book and did fairly well on the tests. all the information comes directly from the notes. just go to class. he is also very excited about teaching class. it made it very fun. i recommend him!

Prof Wilson is one of the best teachers I have ever had in my life. He goes the material rather quickly, but he is so passionate about what he is talking about that the class can't help but get excited about what he is saying. He has all kinds of stories of historical people and events, and passes around books and articles that he has in his own collection to keep students interested, although much of this stuff isn't on his tests. Be careful on the essay portion of his tests, always make sure you are writing about the correct war when writing about the events that led up to that war. Take him if it is at all possible.

Professor Wilson is the greatest teacher I have ever had. Not only does he know everything that has to do with history, he has a great way of presenting it to his students. His lectures were straight to the point, easy to follow, and interesting. His test come exactly from the notes. There are no surprises. Because he presented the material well, I actually learned a lot. I made flash cards directly from the notes and studied those a couple nights before the test and got a B+. I only read one chapter the whole quarter. I fully urge you to take professor Wilson!!! I cant say that enough.

He is the greatest I have had yet! All you need to know is what is on the notes he gives you. They are VERY clear and easy to understand. Seriously, if you do a good jod of studying the notes he gives you in class you can obtain an A or a B easily. He is such an awesome teacher. If you need any help just go into office hours. He loves to help his students out.

Okay, I have an admission to make I actually took Dr. Wilson at Cuesta. Passion for history is what makes all the difference. Dr. Wilson is the best instructor I have ever had in any subject. His use of overheads makes missing a point in the lecture almost impossible. Dr Wilson's sense of humor is much appreciated in a subject that is often dull when taught by less enthusiastic instructors. Does he still go over misused terms that he comes across while grading papers and exams?---hilarious!

Dr. Wilson is one of the best professors I've had so far at Cal Poly. He makes the lectures interesting by telling many stories to go along with the material he is teaching. He gave three exam none of which were accumulative. Two of the exams had essay questions and the final was all multiply choice. He suggests that you read the book but it's not necessary. If you study the notes you there is no reason to not pass the class. He is a great teacher!

Awsome professor. Just get up for class and you will be amazed on what you get to learn.

this was a very good teacher.. i would say take him even it you have to rearrange your classes to do so =P he give great lectures and always gave you interesting stories ralated to what he was teaching you.. you don't even have to read the book just reread your lecture notes a couple of times before the test and you should a good grade.

man, calpoly is lucky to have this guy. Best professor I have had at calpoly. Lectures are extremely interesting and tests were very fair. It was so interesting that I still look over ,y notes for enjoyment, (Im not a nerd, I swear!) Take him, even if you fulfilled this requirement, its just awsome.

This guy is by far the best lecturer i've ever had, he's a very friendly guy who loves to talk. He makes class interesting and makes it easy to learn the material, his tests are presented clearly from the lecture, some from the book, but basically simple. He grades very fair and easy. If you have the chance definately take this class.

OMG! Professor Wilson is one of the nicest, most helpful, and most dedicated professors here at Poly. His lectures are so interesting I found that I never missed any of his 9am classes. I thought istory would be boring and dull, but he tells you stories and talks in such a way that keeps you glued to your seat waiting to hear what comes next. THERE ARE 2 EXAMS AND A FINAL. ALL TESTS ARE MULTIPLE CHOICE. I strongly urge you to GO TO HIS OFFICE HOURS. I went before the second test, and there was one other person there. We asked him what was going to be on the test, and he practically told us everything. He is extremely nice, very compitent, and the ONLY professor you should take for HIST 207.

man this teacher is the best teacher on campus!!! by far the best lecturer i have ever taken. I would take him for the next 4 years if i could, why? Because you only have 3 tests, you take notes everyday of an overhead and a cool ass teacher with so much enthusiasm you'll change majors to become a historian. If i could i'd give him a 10 out of 4. Awesome teacher guys take him!!!

Probably the best teacher I've had at Poly so far. He's very up front in the beginning of the quarter.. lets students know EXACTLY what to expect on his test. He gives you notes on an over head, which are even more detailed than the book.I've never liked a history class before, but with this class, I hated to miss it. He gets so into it and you can tell he loves what he's doing.There are only 3 exams with 50 multiple choice questions. The questions are directly from the notes that he gives you and the 3rd test is the final.If you have to take a history class, or you just want to know what it's like to actually have a good teacher, take this one!!oh yeah.. and whatever you do.. don't buy the book!!

Wilson is an amazing guy. History is where his heart is. He knows everything there is to know about it. I went into the class hating history, and came out of the class enjoying it. He has soooo much energy, and his lectures never have a dull moment. He give 3 tests total all weighted the same. They were kinda challenging if you didnt study every piece of material he gave in his lectures. But if you did, you could get an A. Also you dont really have to read the book. itll just clear up some things he didnt cover fully in class. Take him!

Wilson, is a fantastic professor, I would recommend taking any of his classes. He lecture notes were always on the overhead in an organized way, so it was easy to copy and study from for tests. He always added interesting stories to the topics covered in the notes which made his two hour lectures fly by. His tests were easy to study for because all the questions were taken off the notes from the overhead. We never had any quizes or papers. Our grade came from the three 100 point tests we took (which included the final), of which, none were comprehensive. He made me love history, a subject that I had always despised.

Professor Wilson is the most energetic and interesting professors I have taken in my four years here. He presents the material with such enthusiasm and deep understanding that you cannot help but listen. His knowledge and love for history is conveyed in the amount of interesting facts and information he presents in his lectures. His tests are fair and he sticks to the material. Wilson is excellent.

The best teacher I've ever had... but my 6th grade was a close second... Seriously I've never been into history but he's awsome and I loved the course. Get him if you can!!!!

Cal Poly needs more professors like Wilson. They need to put a statue or something of this man in the middle of campus for all other teachers to envy. He is EXTREMELY brilliant when it comes to history and he's an even better instructor. History was never my strong subject, but he made me (as well as many others in the class) understand and appreciate it MUCH more. His lectures and stories were hilarious as he made the entire American history into a huge story. You can clearly see that he loves what he does. He treats everyone with an astonishing amount of respect. Take Wilson for any class he teaches. I bet even basket weaving taught by him would be awesome - no joke!

He is the best Professor at Cal Poly, mabye even the world. If you need to take a history class that he teaches, take his class. He is a fair grader, provides all the notes you'll ever need to study from, and his lectures are actually fun. He makes you want to switch to a history major. Very funny and full of enthusiasm. It is a class that you don't have to worry about getting a good grade, but can relax and actually learn something.

Wilson is probably the best professor you will ever come across!

Prof. Wilson is one of the best professors I have had in my 2 quarters at5 Cal poly. He is extremely intelligent and makes history, usually a boring subject for me, very interesting and fun at times. I would definitely recomend this prof. you wont regret getting up early in the morning!

This guy rocks. If you have to take 207 the take it with Wilson. He likes the material and present it in a way that keeps you awake and interested

J Dub is the man. 207 with him is quite possibly the easiest class ive EVER had, in high school or college. all you do is write down his notes from class and memorize them for the test and you will ace it for sure. he is a funny guy who always puts himself down with degrading comments to himself, i fin it quite amusing. you will love this guy, you definitely must take him when u take 207. goodbye.

A great guy who loves history and really wants his students to love it too. Did i mentiont that he is funny as hell. What a great class to take for a GE. Take it if at all possible. I'm not sure how much longer he is going to be around. He kept saying that next quater will be his last teaching here, which sucks. But, if you have him, count yourself lucky. His notes are in a great format, and his test are fair if you know the stuff. Take his class.

I hate history and this teacher was great!! I would recomend him but you HAVE to go to class and take notes and you HAVE to study! His classes are so interesting you won't want to miss one. I am the type of student that looks for the easiest teacher possible. I had to work for my B but his test questions are directly off his outlined notes. Memorize every line of your notes and you will do good. I highly recomend him.

Professor Wilson has to be one of the best lecture teacher I have ever had. He knows the topic and is so into it, it's amuzing. He always has some stories to add to the lecture which makes it much more than names and dates!

Go to class every day, memorize every line of notes, and you will pass the class. Each test is worth 100 points, including the final. He's got a funny self-degrading personality and is truly a nice guy. He sounds like a sportscaster when he orates his lectures, which is a good thing, because it keeps people's attention in the morning. The book is cheap and the class is just memorization. If you're good at memorizing, bingo.

I got an A- in this class and I am not that great of a student. The reason why is because Mr. Wilson is an excellent teacher. There are absolutely no surprises on his tests. All you have to do is take notes and actually pay attention to the lectures (which isn't hard to do because he makes the class SOOOO interesting). It also helps if you review the chapters in the book (even though it isn't really necessary because everything you need is outlined for you in the lectures). This is the best teacher I have ever taken. His enthusiasm made me want to come to ever class and kept me interested in what we were going to learn about next. Take this course if you can, you won't regret it.

I recieved a D+ in this class because I am not that great at memorizing dates and names. Even though I did get a D I am glad I went everyday and heard his lecture. He is by far the best history teacher I have ever had and his lectures were full of fun and interesting stories about the past. That is what I like about history and he covered it. He also covered the 'important' stuff like the main people and dates of history that this class is for. I would recomend every to take his class even if they have already filled the GE requirment.

J-Dub is the best teacher you'll find. He's got the ill type crazy ass lecture story time style teaching methods like the WU and he'll keep you coming back for more W.R.E.A.M. Take this teacher!

Professor Wilson is insane. In a good way. You will love this class if you can get it. Even if you don't have to take it, do it anyway. It's just that good.

Professor Wilson was so great. I have never seen a guy more excited about a subject. I had this class at 9am everday and I really never minded going. He was funny to listen to and actually made the stuff interesting. There are 3 tests, all worth 100 points and that's it. No homework and you could read, but definatley don't have to. I made flashcards for each test and got good grades. Loved this class and Professor Wilson, take him!

Okay, so this guy is friggin AWESOME!! I got a C b/c i hate, and i mean DESPISE history. I am HORRIBLE at memorizing dates and what not for this subject, but honestly i didnt give a damn. WInter quarter, everyday, 8 am - i went 95% of the time, and it was worth it. He was totally interesting and you could see the passion in his face. I actually took this as a ge but it turns out it isnt gonna count for my new major - so it was pointless to take it - but i dont care - the cool stories you hear are worth it - screw text books - this guy rocks!

Professor Wilson is awesome! His class was 2 hours long but I did not mind sitting through it. He made everything interesting and I actually looked forward to hear his lectures. He is so passionate and well informed on everything that he teaches you. He gives three multiple choice tests each worth 100 points. You will do fine if you take all the motes that he gives you and memorize your stuff. Take this class with Wilson if you can!

Professor Wilson was an awesome teacher. He has a great enthusiasm for history which rubbed off on me by the end of the quarter. I had him bright and early in the morning yet he never failed to keep my attention. This class is fairly easy if you attend every class. With that and a skimming through each chapter in the book you should do well.

Professor Wilson is one of the best history teachers I've ever had! He's really excited by what he does and makes every effort to make his lectures exciting. You'll take three 50 question multiple choice tests and that's it. If you really listen in class and take down all his notes, you should do pretty well. Take him!

Not your typical close minded college professor. He teaches real history, not revisionist "redness" like others.

Wilson is one of the best proffessors that ive ever had, he is passionate about the subject and know a great deal. he also relies on facts and is not biased torwards anything. i was always happy to go to his lectures because he can keep your attention easily for the enitre class.

Most intersting professor I have ever had. I didn't want to go home after class. Even though some of the material is boring, he makes it so interesting by his enthusiasm and passion for teaching. I would take him if you can.

Professor Wilson was the best history teacher I have ever had in my entire schooling history. I am definitly not a history buff but he made the class really interesting. He is really passionate as well as knows his stuff. He goes the entire 2 hours each class period and you don't need to read the book because his tests are directly from his notes which he puts all on overheads. Tests are detailed yet if you know the material you will do well. 2 tests and 1 final is your whole grade. Great Professor!!!

This guy has restored my faith in poly professors. Wilson is one of the best teachers I've ever had in my LIFE. He lectures as if he is telling a story, and his enthusiasm makes the class so interesting that I like going to class. Other than that, his grading is based on 3 tests only, not curved, so dont blow'em. But, if you go to class, you'll do fine. Test material is right off the notes, and no test is cumulative, which is another plus. I recommend this class to everybody.

johnathon wilson is the best teacher at poly. he makes history a pleasureable experience, and i would recommend him to anyone and everyone.

This guy is awesome and is class is easy. He puts notes up on the overhead and you just copy them down while he talks. He has 3 or 4 exams including the final - 100 pts. each and the only homework is reading. He's a funny guy who will answer any questions you have. His office hours were crappy, but if you attend class you really don't need to go to them. If you want a fun class that gets your UCSP out of the way, take 207 with him.

Professor Wilson is one of the finest teachers I have ever had, period. He is so enthusiastic about the material, relates it well, tells interesting stories and little-known facts, and really gives you a practical use for the history of America. I was very impressed by his intelligence and understanding. If you go through college without taking a course with Wilson, you will be missing out on a one-of-a-kind teacher...not to mention a great class.

This entry is going to sound a lot like the others. Wilson is excellent. He is the #1 best teacher I have had here at Poly. I have to say that his course was the only one I looked forward to going to each week because he makes the class so interesting. Not too mention that on his tests there are no surprises. There are 3, 50 question multiple choice tests that are all worth 100 points. Just study his notes thouroughly for a couple days before the exam and pay attention in all of his lectures, so that some of the information will stick with you. If you can take him, or you will be sorry.

The epitomy of how a prof. should teach. This guy kicks ass. Every lecture was interesting and you walked out learning three or four cool things you didn't know about before. Best of all, your whole grade is based on 3 midterms, which is only based on notes that he gives you in class. In other words, you don't have to read the assigned textbook (although I admit, the textbook was halfway interesting). If you don't take Wilson, trust me, you're missing out on the most entertaining class ever.

The best professor I have had by far. He is highly entertaining during the lectures. The 2 hours that usually drag out in many classes feels like it wasnt enough time. He definitely knows his history and spices up lectures with odd little side facts about the topic. He was also very helpful when i had to reschedule my final due to unusual circumstances. The tests are all multiple choice and if you pay attention during the lectures you will do fine.

holy crap...the best teacher i've had this year...totally entertaining the whole time ur in class...u only have 2 midterms and the final is not cumulative...DO NOT buy the book, u wont need it b/c his lectures are awesome...he only tests on his lectures, which are all on the outline he displays on the overhead everyday...i really hope hes coming back next year so more poly people can take him!

this guy knows his stuff. just take down notes EXACTLY as he's got em on the overhead. the other things he says in lecture are very very interesting, but its the notes that will really get you the A on the tests, which are scantron ONLY. it's great. take this class and you will love history. i was smiling this summer as i drove up the east coast because i knew the history behind all the cities i was passing through. Take This Class!!

HIST 207 was my favorite class last quarter because of Wilson. There's nothing better than having a professor who passionately cares about his subject and teaches it with enthusiasm. His lectures were engaging, entertaining and I learned quite a bit. He likes to throw side comments on to a lot of the subjects that he covers that can be very funny sometimes. To make things better, the class is ridiculously easy too. There is no homework, only three non-cumulative, multiple choice exams. That's all. Wilson is great and I recommend taking this class.

Prof. Wilson is the Best Professor I've had at Poly so far. I love U.S. History so that was also a plus. But even if you aren't the history buff im sure you will agree with me. His lectures are so enthusiastic and its evident that he is well educated on his subject matter. He is easily approachable and he even allows one make up exam. The workload is exceptionally easy too. His overhead notes complement his lecture verbatim. Take good notes and you should ace the 3 tests--50 MC Questions each--. Definitely Take Prof. Wilson if you have the chance.

Bottom line, he is the best teacher ever and makes the student want to be involved in the subject matter.

Dude, Wilson is a god. He has a teaching style like no other. His lectures are highly entertaining, as he is a lively speaker, he throws in interesting sidenotes, and he obviously loves history. Even though this was a morning class, I was always looking forward to going. After we took the final, people were forming a line to shake his hand. On top of that, this was an easy class, with 3 multiple choice tests, 100 points each. If you take notes off the overhead, you'll be set.

Put it this way, i already took his class freshman year and i plan on attending some of his lectures even though i don't have the class anymore. That's how interesting they are. You know when kids say that they actually enjoy going to a class, well most of the time thats a crock, but i truley got giddy when Wilson's lecture came around. Wilson is THE BEST TEACHER HANDS DOWN AT CAL POLY that i have come across. This guy is full of the most interesting ideas and notes you'll be going home to your roomates and telling them all these interesting little side notes that wilson presents. Copy the notes and listen to him tell his stories. The easiest "A" ever but incredibly interesting at the same time. take him, hell take him twice he's that insane.

Professor Wilson is by far the BEST HISTORY TEACHER EVER ! I have never met a teacher so interested in their material. He presents it extremely well and his tests are based purely from lecture notes. I would not buy the book for this class. He makes the material very interesting. I would usually sleep through my anthropology class right before his class then be wide awake when he started lecturing. If you need this class for a GE take WILSON ! ps. The man needs a raise and he deserves it !

mr. wilson is the best history professor ever!!! his tests and grading policies are totally fair (he gives only 3 tests which each consist of 50 multiple choice questions). all you have to do is GO TO CLASS ALL THE TIME SO YOU CAN COPY HIS LECTURE NOTES RIGHT OFF THE BOARD. ALL the answers for tests come from the notes- study your notes front and back because some of the questions are a bit harder than you might think...the only reason i got a B was because i just didn't study my own notes hard enough. mr. wilson is a very funny, sarcastic, and extremely knowledgable man...you can really learn a lot rom him!! oh, and don't buy the expensive book: you will never have to open it. mr. wilson rocks!!

This guy definitely knows what he is talking about. There isn't any homework, just 3 tests, including the final which isn't cumulative. He explains everything so well that you never have to read the book as long as you go to class.

I got a C because I missed a lot of lectures due to a family emergency. However, towards the beginning of the quarter I attended all the lectures and got a B. I didn't study very much and the book is interesting but Wilson mostly sums it up in lecture. He has a booming and entertaining voice and tells very entertaining stories. He's an excellent teacher.

let just put it like this.... wilson loves history and hates his life. he got soooo excited about the lectures, but would throw in some random comments about how he hates being a teacher, how the salary sucks, how the college he went to was the biggest mistake of his life...i think you get the idea. but hes hilarious and makes class pretty entertaining. he writes really through notes on the overhead and the test comes straight from that. i bought the book, but found out it was pointless. i never read from it and did just fine.overall a good guy worth taking to get through a boring GE.

Professor Wilson comments a lot on how much it sucks being an history professor. Cal Poly needs to give this man a pay raise, he deserves it!!! I can't say enough about Professor Wilson. He's the best professor I've had at Cal Poly so far. He brings a new and interesting twist into the boring, often-repetitive subject of US History. Prof. Wilson has a passion for history and the amazing ability to keep a class of 130+ attentive and interested for hours. He teaches history like he's telling a story, he's an amazing storyteller, gives a lot of applications, commentary, and little-known side stories and facts you've never heard before. You really walk away from every class having known a little something you've never learned before. In the first class he'll tell you exactly what he expects from you. Don't even need the textbook, everything you need (notes, visuals, etc.) are presented by him on the overhead. There are 3 tests and 1 final, all multiple choice. But study your notes carefully; some of the questions are very specific. In the breaks and at his office hours he is extremely friendly and very engaging to talk to, is very helpful and has a funny self-degrading personality. After the final in my class there was actually a line of people waiting to shake his hand. Hands down an awesome, but rather underated professor. You have to take Prof. Wilson while you are here at Cal Poly!

If you get the chance to take Wilson, DO IT! You will be one of the lucky student. Wilson should get a huge pay increase and stop teaching at the 3 other colleges he teachs at and just teach a ton of classes at Cal Poly...He was entertaining to listen to, the book was actually good reading (I never read the book for classes, but this one was actually good)...he can hold the students attention easily, even those that consider this a boring subject (US history). Do expect to stay for every possible minute of every class though, he always uses all of the time he has...but makes sure to have plently of interesting side stories and such....TAKE WILSON!

Wilson is the shit, take him.

Wilson is so AMAZING!! The best professor i have had at cal poly! I loved him, he makes class so entertaining. he has overheads with the notes that you copy down, read those over a bunch of times and you should ace the test. Take him if you get the chance, his class fills up extremely fast, but he is sooooooooooo worth it.

Really study and memorize his notes. You don't really need the book. He's a nice guy.

If you have never enjoyed history or if you just want a great professor, take 207 with Professor Wilson. This class was everything I expect of a college course: interesting, intellectually stimulating and straight forward. Professor Wilson is a true historian and will blow your mind with his plethora of information. Copy down his class notes verbatim and memorize them for the examine. Read the book if you really want an A because there are always a couple questions on the exams not covered by the lecture. I wish there were more professor at Cal Poly like Jonathan Wilson.

professor wilson is the man. His lectures are really interesting, seriously, and he is hilarious. You can tell that he loves the stuff he teaches and it makes the students want to learn. Do everything you can to make sure you get this teacher

Great teacher, I never missed a lecture because it was the only class I looked forward to. You learn a lot about history that you never knew. You can tell he loves to teach this subject and He makes it fun to learn. Make sure you take him!!!

If you are taking HIST 207, do it with this guy. Don't be shied away by the large section because he makes class worth attending all the time. He makes classes Interesting, highly informative, clear cut, stimulating, and entertaining. Take him if you can.

This is a great professor. Take this class with Wilson if you have the chance. Each class he lectures on overheads and you follow along and copy the overheads exactly. You will have 3 tests, none of which are comprehensive. I reccomend reading the chapters you are going over because they are an easy read and then studying the notes a day or two in advance. Do this and I ensure you an A or B. Wilsons lectures are fun to attend and you learn by going. WILSON IS THE MAN FOR SURE!

Professor Wilson is amazing. I didn't get the greatest grade, but for me this was good in a history subject. I've never enjoyed history, always hated it and used the "when am I ever going to use this?" line. Well, he makes it fun, and simple, and I really enjoyed it. I like history because of this guy. He brings it to life and he'll toss in some really random but interesting facts. He doesn't give any e/c and the quarter grade is based only on his 3 tests. None are cumulative and they're pretty straight forward as long as you keep up and study. You don't really need the book, he gives notes that are very easy to follow. Go to class, it'll be easier to comprehend all the material, but he doesn't require you to be there, though he won't put his notes up, so find a friend or suffer the consequences. You have to take a course to fufil this GE section, take Wilson for HIST 207. It's fun, interesting, and if you never liked history before, you may now.

This guy makes class worthwhile. I wanted to go to class every day and learn. He makes the topic sooooo interesting and easy to comprehend too. He KNOWS everything about history...can answer any question/prior beleifs. He makes History fascinating. You will GUARENTEED love him and this class.

This guy is the man. You need to go to class, and half the work is over, I never once paid attention in the past, but this man brought the material to life. I would strongly suggest taking his class, hes the coolest guy around.

Mr. Wilson is the greatest HISTORY NERD I have ever taken. If you are like I was; intimidated by the subject, look no further than Jonathan Wilson. He brings to his lectures, dynamic and full-force energy. Wilson is a History genius and is able to answer any questions you may have. He intertwines wit and comedy into his presentations and is sure to make you laugh and learn. The notes Mr. Wilson shows on the overhead (or perhaps someday Power Point) cover everything on the exams, so write them down verbatum and memorize them word for word. This will ensure you success on his challenging exams. Take Mr. Wilson, you won't regret it!!!!!!

The best history professor EVER!!! He knows EVERYTHING! He loves talking about his life...which is hilarious. Go to class and if you miss it, be sure to get the notes, because his tests are straight from the notes. The class is great. His class is the only two hour lecture that I was not tempted to fall alseep in. He always gives you a break in the middle of the lecture.

Professor Wilson is really great! He provides an outline for every lecture, making it easy to know what his key points are, yet he will lecture as if he's telling a story. --I needed this class for the USCP requirement, which I had been putting off for a long time & was dreading. I thought I was going to be pretty bored with History, but Wilson made it a really fun class. I looked forward to attending lecture. Go to class, take good notes & pay attention, and study right from the notes for the tests. This guy should be made a full time prof..... Cal Poly would really benefit.

this guy is a baller. he teaches the material very well and makes it interesting. best class i have taken at poly. yeahhhhhhhhhhh wilson.

Man, Wilson just loves to teach, and its really evident. He not only makes the material interesting, but also tries his best to get the class excited as well. Like everyone else has said: 3 tests (multiple choice) is 100% of the grade, all notes are on an overhead, and if you read the book then you're set. I didn't study really at all for the class and it hurt my grade, but if you read the history text book and memorize the key facts you're set. TAKE THIS PROF!!! =D

This teacher was simply amazing. His boundless enthusiasm for history and teaching was illustrated every day in his energetic lectures. Whether getting way too excited by a presidential biography, or relating an anecdote that nobody else cared about, he was always totally engaged. He made it interesting, funny, and hard to ignore. I didn't even buy the book, if you just attend his lectures and copy the notes on the overhead, you'll do well in the class. I STRONGLY recommend Uncle Jonathan, as he refers to himself.

my grade sucks because history is not my subject. my test scores were C, D-, B+, so I ended up with a C in the class. The second test was really hard. His tests are HARD. if you do bad on the first test, GO TALK TO HIM. he'll try to advise you. I thought i studied harder on the second test, and i definetly did worse! study EVERY single detail you can cram in your head. only three tests-- but don't let that make you think it's easy. because they are HARD. unless you happen to love history and you're really good at it. But other than hard tests, Wilson is such an awesome professor, he really knows his material, and is VERY enthusiastic. You'll understand his lectures, it's interesting, he makes it fun, it's very funny too. I liked going to class. because basically he gives you notes on overhead and you copy them and he lectures like he's telling a story. it's cool. he's great. it's just a hard class.

Wilson is hands down the best teacher at Poly. He is so into his lectures. The way he teaches is like hes telling a story, i never saw anybody sleeping and almost all 160 some odd seats were full every day. There are three midterms, no final, none of the midterms are cumlative. He bases more than 90% of the test questions on his lectures so make sure you go to class and take notes, you can buy the book but i never used it but im sure if i did i would have gotten an A, but my friend never used it and he got a 98% so its ur choice. No HW assignments, just 3 midterms and class notes that are very helpful when studying if you need to study. I hardly needed to study bc the way he teaches tattos the info in ur brain, he is also really nice and funny. Make sure you take him, even if you dont need the class

Take him if you get the chance. His classes are never boring. He makes you want to learn. He is very enthusiatic about the subject and shares his love. His tests are scantron. They are somewhat tricky because a lot of the questions are like which is not true.... He keeps the same lecture notes every year so if you can get a previous class's then you don't need to do anything.

Excellent Professor. One of the best I have had at Cal Poly. Wilson's lectures are so interesting you actually are bumbed out when he cancels class. Exams can be challenging if you don't study. Spend a few hours before the exam to study the notes and you will be fine. Take Wilson if you can.

Wilson is a good teacher and knows his material well. You pretty much have to memorize the material word for word to do really good on the test. He is really interesting if history is your thing. Just memorize his notes and you're good.

Wilson's class is based off of three tests: two midterms and a final. The tests were all multiple choice, but they were pretty hard. The tests were pretty straightforward for most of the material, but a few of the questions were very in depth or very obscure. I felt like a few of the questions on each test were unfair. The book assigned was pretty interesting to read. A fairly good amount of reading is assigned each week. You will stay for the whole two hours every class time, which kind of sucks. The lectures are pretty interesting, but long. Wilson missed the first class of the quarter and because we were behind from that, we had to take notes after we took the midterm, both times! It was ridiculous! Other than that, I liked the class and think that Wilson is a great teacher for this subject.

Wilson is AWESOME!! I'm not a big fan of history as it is. I'm studying engineering, but Wilson was so entertaining and emphatic about history, it was hard not to love it with him. I would occasionally skip other classes, but I always found myself going to Wilson's history class. He made american history so enjoyable and still found time to make everyone laugh with his stories. You should take the class just to hear some of his hilarious stories.

One of the Best classes I've ever taken!!!! BEST TEACHER I HAVE HAD AT POLY!! Probably ever. I would go to this class if i had free time just to hang out. I missed one lecture because i had to study for a calc mid term and i was so pissed at myself. All the raves are true! Dont take this class w/ any other teacher! Wait for a chance to take it with Wilson. He is Crazy and hilarious and i have not met anyone who does not love this course. But rumor is he is leaving soon, so take him ASAP!

Wilson kicks ass. Definately the best teacher that I have taken since coming to Poly. Without a doubt. He us full of energy and there is never a dull moment in his lecture. Also he occasionally will throw in a good joke. Overall a great teacher. 3 tests all worth the same amount and the final isnt cummulative, so its not too hard. You will pass this class, because he wont let you fail. Take him

everything ppl say he is, simply awesome

seriously, this guy is the shit. if you have to take a HIST class, make sure it is with him. probably the 2nd best professor i have ever had.

Don't take Wilson if you don't like attending classes. Let those of us who like history and who do attend faithfully enroll in Wilson's class. 207 was probably the most interesting and enjoyable class I've had at Cal Poly because Wilson presents history through cause and effect (and he does so with humor and anecdotes), rather than a chopped up series of facts. Really, it's the kind of class you look forward to, even after having six hours of class and lab before it,

Wilson was a very approachable, very funny man, who made class fun to attend. He drinks Coke all period, and always has some funny story to tell, or a strange fact about someone. I love that I am able to maintain history conversations with anyone knowledgable in the area because of Wilson.

Wilson is really funny and an amazing teacher! the lectures are very interesting! he really knows what he is talking about! there are only three midterms and then a final! everything that is on the test comes from the lectures! this class is not hard but to get a good great you have to memorize the lecture notes! you will never get out early tho! Take HIM! i promise you will learn a lot!

This guy cracks me up. I thought I'd had some great professors, but Wilson surpasses all of them. One word of advice- go to class. Yeah, you can learn everything you need to know from the notes, but if you go, he has all these stories about EVERYTHING, and it makes remembering and memorizing later so much easier.

This man is, quite honestly, the most amazing Professor I have had at Poly. You don't have this high of a Polyrating with over 100+ evaluations if this weren't so. His class is always a blast and he is very easy to approach. There seems to be a professor in every department who has the presentation ability and knowledge to be tenured, but sadly isn't and Wilson is this man. Everyone should take him while they still can at Poly... you never know when his contract may be expiring. He is the only professor who can hold the entire class' attention for the entire 2 hours, and everyday had well over 90% attendence. I can't say enough good things about this guy, everyone should really take him for 207.

I know it has all been said before, but he is the best teacher that I have had while at Poly. He is truly hilarious, and really knows his stuff about history. There is no need to get the book since the tests are based on his notes. He does use every minute of class, but he is such a great and interesting man that it made it well worth it!

Professor Wilson was one of the best teachers I've had in my short time at Cal Poly. He made the class very interesting with his great lectures. For a history class the lectures did not put you too sleep. His test were very straight forward there was no hidden suprises, the reading was not too bad. As long as you take the notes and do the readings there is no reason you will not be succesfull.His grade was based off of three test to midterms that contained 40 questions and short answer and the final was 50 multiple choice.

It's almost pointless to be the 110th evaluation for Wilson...but he is just that good. TAKE HIM, could not stress that enough.

If you hate history do NOT take this teacher, extremely boring lectures! I fell asleep almost every class. I failed the first test and had to pick up the pace for the next two and I was able to pull of a C in the class. DO NOT TAKE!

No other words sum it up.....FUCKING AWESOME!!!!!!

Wilson is awesome! I loathed history in highschool and was really apprehensive about taking it in college, but because of him, I'm considering teaching history. He's incredibly enthuesiastic and is really passionate about what he does. Amazing teacher, just study for your tests, and you'll be fine. I've taken all the classes he offers; wish he offered more!

WILSON IS THE MAN!!!! Since taking this class I have actually transfered from Poly and now go to UC Berkeley. I still site stuff I learned in this class however and I cant stress taking him Enough! He is better than any teacher I have had at Cal BY FAR! Amazing, and the things you learn from him will use again...Just take the class

havent even taken the first test yet but this guy makes me want to change majors (to history) definitely the best teacher ive ever had so far

AMAZING LECTURER. BEST PROF EVER. TAKE HIM.

He does his best to be entertaining in class (and he actually was pretty funny). He has plenty of historically accurate stories to keep the class entertained. I would definitely concentrate on the lecture notes (he doesn't post them on blackboard). I made the mistake of studying more from the book didn't do so well on the first midterm. But if you basically memorize the notes (especially anything about the presidential elections) you'll be fine.

His lecture is fun. You don't need to buy a text book if you have his notes. He is a nice person and he adds everyone in his first lecture.

AMAZING TEACHER!!! AMAZING LECUTURES!!! BEST TEACHER AT CAL POLY!! TAKE HIM!

This guy is the most passionate teacher I've ever seen. He loves to talk about history, and always has interesting factoids about different historical people or events that you wouldn't normally get, but keep things interesting. I laughed a lot during his classes- the 2 hours always went by pretty quickly(and I'm not a fan of history). There are 3 non cumulative tests only. I was surprised at how much I needed to study for them- you need to know your stuff to do well.

EXCELLENT professor. Large lecture class from 7-9 and I never fell asleep! He is extremely passionate about the subject and knows a lot. Lecture notes are well organized and displayed via an overhead for you to copy (they are not posted on blackboard). You could just get the notes from a friend and memorize them for the tests (3 total, non cumulative), but it his lectures are very interesting and help with understanding the material.

Granted History is an easy subject... this teacher was still great. He's a funny guy and is able to keep the lecture entertaining, which is no small feat in a class of 2 hours. Tests and lecture material are all very straight forward. Write down what he has on the overhead, study it before the test, and you're set. Repeat this procedure 3 times basically for the 2 midterms and final. Take Wilson if possible.

History isn't my major and this was just a General Ed class. However, so far it is one of the most interesting classes I've taken at Cal Poly. Professor Wilson actually cares if you learn the material and presents it in a very interesting way. During every lecture you can tell that he cares about and loves the subject because of his enthusiasm, which helped me stay awake through the lectures, making it different from every other history class I have taken. The class consists of lectures and three tests throughout the quarter. There is no homework except for reading from the book and reviewing notes. The notes are very helpful and contain info not in the book, so go to all lectures. The only downside is that the three tests make up your entire grade and he doesn't curve. The upside is that the tests are very fair. If you get a chance to take this class, I highly recommend taking it with Professor Wilson.

Wilson is an awesome professor! I have never liked history before, but he changed my mind about the subject. I was always excited to go to class because of his awesome lectures. He is extremely knowledgable and has the best stories to go along with the material. Wilson is very funny as well, but if you get offended by people who are anti California and pro USC then this class might not be for you. I greatly enjoyed this class and it was all because of Wilson. TAKE THIS CLASS IF YOU CAN!

Wilson is an amazing teacher who gets even those students who are not excited about history awake and attentive. His lectures are always entertaining because of his quirky personality. His class consists of only three tests. The first two are mainly multiple choice, except for five short answer questions. The final is all multiple choice. The material for the tests can be found almost entirely in the lecture, so you simply need to skim the book to do well. He is the best teacher for this class. If you are concerned about which class to take for this GE or if to take Wilson for it you should undoubtedly pick him. You will learn a lot and its an exciting class (especially for a history class).

PROFESSOR WILSON IS AWESOME!!! I am a business major and have always hated history, but professor wilson made this class fun. i always looked forward to going to class bc he\'s so enthusiastic and entertaining when he lectures. the workload honestly isn\'t that bad either-just 3 tests. if you memorize the notes like the back of your hand, you\'ll ACE those tests. i would have gotten an A had i not slacked on the second test. overall AMAZING teacher. TAKE HIM!!!!

PROFESSOR WILSON IS AWESOME!!! I am a business major and have always hated history, but professor wilson made this class fun. i always looked forward to going to class bc he\'s so enthusiastic and entertaining when he lectures. the workload honestly isn\'t that bad either-just 3 tests. if you memorize the notes like the back of your hand, you\'ll ACE those tests. i would have gotten an A had i not slacked on the second test. overall AMAZING teacher. TAKE HIM!!!!

One of the best teachers I have ever had. He is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about his classes and makes every lecture interesting. I had this class at 7am and it was my favorite class. He is a really funny and nice guy and overall an amazing instructor. Take him if you can!

Oh my god! Where should I start? Professor Wilson is the best history teacher I have even had, hands down. He makes getting up at 6 in the morning worth while. Its extremely easy to follow him while taking notes off of his over-heads. Multi-tasking has never been easy for me, but with Professor Wilson it was. The tests are moderately difficult, but they come straight from the notes. So choose Wilson! You won\'t regret it :)

Best professor you can ever have. Managed to make history very interesting which is difficult to do. I could not recommend wilson any higher

What an INCREDIBLE teacher - I\'ve never been SO interested in history in my ENTIRE life! He doesn\'t seem to like PolyRatings xD but I have no idea why - there\'s so much good stuff to be said about him here! He REALLY knows about history - very knowledgeable, answers your questions, presents info in an understandable, straight-forward but really deep and interesting way. WOW.

BEST HISTORY CLASS EVER! I am NOT a History buff, actually I used to think it was quite boring, but Wilson makes it amazing. Basically: I have this class from 7-9 in the morning. A HISTORY CLASS. And I LOVE going to it. If that doesn\'t say it all, I don\'t know what does.

Wilson is the man! He is an amazing teacher, and probably the best teacher I\'ve ever had. He is super enthusiastic and knows everything about history. I loved history because of him. He gave 2 midterms and a final, which were all 50 question multiple choice. There is a lot of notetaking throughout the lecture, but you just copy what he has on the overhead, study that for the tests, and You\'re good! He always tells funny and interesting stories as well. Make sure to take WILSON for 207!

If you are looking at this taking this course to fill you GE, do it. You show up to class, copy his notes and listen to him talk. You dont have to read the book at all, buying it is a waste of money. EVERYTHING you get tested on is on the notes (which he hand writes and goes through point by point on an overhead projector) and you ONLY get tested on what he has written down, nothing he says he will test you on. There are 2 midterms and a final, none of which are cumulative. You can take the test then throw your notes away. Wilson is hilarious and loves the subject and material, though you dont have to listen to what he says its very interesting and he keeps class entertaining and you will actually learn and enjoy it since you wont be worried about it being difficult. If you dont take Wilson youre an idiot.

Wilson is a good, but by no means great professor. After reading the evaluations on here, I decided to take the 7 AM class-- a mistake. I\'d be glad to take him at reasonable times, but sorry he isn\'t worth 7 am class. I\'m not really sure why everyone else on here is so infatuated with him, but it is worth noting that most all people who say Wilson is the \"best prof I\'ve ever had!\" are Freshman/Sophomores.

Wilson\'s the man. Use flash cards to study the notes and you\'re golden. Unfortunately I wasted my time reading the book for the first two midterms and did okay, but then only studied the notes for the final and aced it.

I've never enjoyed a note-taking class so much in my life. Yeah, it was at 7 am, yeah there were a lot of notes (full 2 hours usually every time), and he was one of the most disorganized professors I've seen. But he still was great at getting the information across, and I've become a lot more passionate about history because of him. He's like a walking encyclopedia. He could probably tell you the population of every state of every census in US history, as well as the exact electoral vote of every election, and basically knows more about our history than you could probably find on the internet. He also is very funny, whether he's talking about Brett Favre, how bad Atascadero is, or usually his self-deprecating humor. Take him, even at 7 am. I only missed it twice because I wanted to go, and those were due to other class projects. Wilson is the man.

Jonathan Wilson is a good choice if you need to fulfill a GE requirement. I think its funny that he bashed Polyratings as being a forum for libel when all the comments I've read about him are positive, but then again he likes to bash himself. Wilson is a charismatic lecturer (which you need at 7am) who can often be cynical (which any good historian should be) and often adds his own opinions with a disclaimer. Too many history teachers love to talk about history as fact and include their own bias without ever acknowledging other theories. Not Wilson, he has knowledge of most events and theories, and is humble enough to admit when he doesn't know. 207 is a large lecture class so it is hard to ask questions or have much interaction but he will do his best. You don't need the book so save your money and say "Screw You" to the publishers.

I have not finished the class but I am assuming I will get a B. Wilson's classes are at 7-9am and I have not fallen asleep in his class once. His class consists of lectures and 3 noncomprehensive tests, the tests are thorough, straight memorization from his lectures. He gives you everything you need in his slides and he makes it so interesting that it sticks if you attend class. I have learned so much from this class and it has made me love history, he is extremely knowledgable on the subject and really gives a complete backround for every point. I am learning a new random fact everyday, like the word hooker originated in the civil war. -Also he let everyone on the waitlist into the class which was like 13 people and had to request a room change to accomodate everyone but he still did it. Awesome, very sarcastic and pesamistic professor.

This man is a comedic genius. All the other evaluations spotted him dead on. Teaches you American history with clarity and he is super fluid. A 7 AM class that I would love to take over and over again. My favorite Cal Poly Professor so far. If you get the chance make sure you grab him. He gets loaded quick.

Yes, this class is at 7 AM but dont let that turn you away. Get a couple of friends and it can be fun to go to or you guys can switch off. I personally love history so this class was too easy. He is very pessimistic but funny while doing so, i kid you not. He jokes a lot and he bashes philip rivers all the time. So he is pretty caught up on his sports which is nice to hear at 7 AM because it wakes me up. Tests are simple, common sense, otherwise all 45 questions are STRAIGHT from the notes. Do Not BUY BOOK, he admits it too. 3 tests and that is it. I do recommend going to class cos its fun but also he has stories for many points in his notes which helps you remember certain answers. Just copy his notes he writes and maybe put a little more just for convenience. Simple class, not overbearing in any way, funny guy, and it fulfills a GE. Why not, helps GPA overall.

This was an awesome class! Yes, it's at 7 AM, but Wilson makes this class worth it. His lectures are entertaining and informative. You do not need to buy the book as long as you take good notes. He is very enthusiastic and helpful. This class has 3 tests (2 midterms and a final), all worth 100 points and they are all non-consecutive. As long as you memorize the notes, you are good to go. Take this class! :) You wont regret it.

wilsons the man. i took all the ap historys in high school and always HATEd history bc it was so boring and hard. wilson presents the material in a fun, easy to understand way. his class was at 7:10 in the morning so i didnt always make it to class. but i always got the notes from other students, and his notes are sooo clear and straight to the point. tests are easy, straight from the notes. take wilson if u have the chance hes a great professor and funny guy

straight G. memorize the notes and you'll do well. great dood, very funny and approachable. Its an easy class, but you actually learn stuff. its not like he's just easy, he's easy because he explains everything clearly and tells you whats on the test. He wants everyone to succeed

I hate history and I'm definitely not a morning person, but because of Wilson, I was able to survive this class. He's a really cool teacher. Wilson is a walking encyclopedia with the craziest memory skills I have ever seen. He can remember the exact date of everything. Plus, with his enthusiasm, his tone of voice and his humor, I was able to stay awake and enjoy the material being presented. The book really isn't needed, but it helps give you more information on different topics presented. However, to really get an A in the class is to MEMORIZE THE NOTES. every word of all the notes he gives you, memorize it all! i had to recite the notes so much that i ended up talking in my sleep (talking about different history dates, events, etc) that's really what it takes to pass this class. MEMORIZATION. go to office hours, he's helpful but note that he can be a tad late.

The course is comprised of three tests in which your grade is completely based on. The first test is based on the lecture notes up until that point. (You need to memorize the lecture notes, just make every letter roman numeral a note card or something.) Now that material is done, for the next you only need to know the lecture notes from after the first test up until then. The third test is the same format. Without a doubt if you are considering this class DO NOT HESITATE, take it, memorize the lecture, get an A.

Wilson is an awesome teacher. I had him for at 7am and he was able to keep me entertained the entire class. He doesn't have a laptop and he still uses overheads... but he really gets into his lectures and makes history a little less awful. Don't even bother buying the book. The tests are straight from his notes. But you need to memorize ALL of the notes if you want to get a good grade. 3 test - multiple choice and short answer.

Awesome teacher and an easy A. You do not need to buy the book just memorize the notes and you'll be fine. Besides the easy A he is a great teacher and makes history really interesting with all the side facts he gives you.

On one of the first day of classes, Professor Wilson told us that History was among one of the most hated subjects among students at the college level. After taking his class, that is not the case here! I loved his class so much! He presents material so clearly, and adds little stories about the time period that make the topic so much more interesting. He is great and I didn't even fall asleep once during his 7 morning class. Great teacher and HIGHLY recommend. Three "midterms" is your only grade, so make sure you show up to every lecture. Each midterm is just the material from the last midterm; no cumulative final. You won't regret this class!

Wilson is an amazing professor in that he teaches a great, informing history class and that he is a very interesting professor to listen to. He makes a typically very boring history class extremely informative and entertaining. He is different than most professors in that he doesn't follow the typical college professor stereotype. There are only 3 exams that are entered in the grade book and if you show up to lecture then you can do well.

I really liked Wilson because he gives you all of the notes straightforward and the midterms and final are only on the notes so I knew exactly what to study for. I would definitely recommend him!

Mr. Wilson is great, he teaches in a very informative manner, as long as you attend class regularly and take clear notes and study those notes you will do great! I went away from this class knowing so much more and loved every bit of it.

The only teacher that can keep students from falling asleep in a history class at 7AM. I thought he was really funny, and I would absolutely take another history class of his. His exams were really straight forward and almost all the questions were right from his lecture. Go to his lectures, take the notes he gives you, study those notes and you'll pass the class no problem.

PLEASE TAKE JONATHAN WILSON. I took him for HIST 201 and LS 211, and he's the best professor I've ever had. I literally had him for a 7 AM for history and I never missed class because he actually made me want to go. He really wants every student to do well and understand the material. His class is pretty easy too as all he does is lecture and your grade is composed of three midterms, all of which are essentially the information from your notes. His lectures are actually interesting and he lets students give their input allllll the time during class. Take Wilson for every class if you can because he is actually the best.

Prof. Wilson was so wonderful! I enjoyed taking his LS 214 class very very very much!!!!!.. he is such a sweet man and very good at explaining his materials.. and he is so enthusiastic and very easy to ask questions! TAKE HIM FORSURE.. you will not regret it!

This is one of the best teachers that I have ever had. He is so passionate about what he teaches and having the opportunity to take his class has been a priviledge. Take him!!!

This class is incredibly easy. He lectures the entire class, but you just have to copy his overheads and listen to his (usually) entertaining and interesting tangents. 2 midterms (MC, short answer, 1 essay); 1 final (MC). Tests are fairly straightforward and as long as you basically restate his notes in them, you'll get an A. Don't buy the book- you can read it all in 2 or 3 sittings throughout the quarter and you don't need it to take the tests.

I took Wilson last year for LS 214 and I absolutely loved him. He's a very realistic (often pessimistic) guy but he sure knows how to keep his class engaged. He's funny, entertaining, and presents his information very clearly. My grade was based solely on 3 tests, and the tests were an exact replica of my notes. The only word of advice for people taking his class is that he does like to catch you on the little things like places and dates on the multiple choice tests. KNOW YOUR NOTES BACKWARDS AND FORWARDS. The first two tests were multiple choice and short essays, and the final test was just multiple choice. For the shor essays, all i can say is word vomit. Spit as much information as you can onto a page, he loves it. Overall, I loved this class and have been looking for an excuse to take Wilson again.

He is simply the BEST teacher I've ever had. If more teachers presented their lectures this clearly and enthusiastically, school would be so much more interesting and fun. His tests are very reasonable - 2 midterms (consisting of an essay question, some multiple choice, and some short answers) and a final that is not cumulative (consisting of only multiple choice questions). History is one of those classes I usually forget about soon as the test is over, but I actually remember so much from this class. That is because he does a great job of connecting historical periods with present time to make things relevant to us or to show cause and effect. It was a two hour lecture class but time went by really fast. Very personable and knowledgeable teacher that is a great addition to the LS department!

I have never seen a professor more excited about their subject than Wilson. He knows all his material like the back of his hand, and presents it to you as if he knows something absolutely amazing and wants to let you in on it. He puts everything you need to know straight onto an overhead, so you always know exactly what to write down. The tests come straight from the overheads, so there aren't any trick questions as you study. The overhead dnotes are handwritten by himself which must have taken him days. And it's funny because he always apologizes sincerely if there is a typo, even though of course nobody minds. You don't need to get the book. He doesn't test you on anything in it. And the nice thing is, if you have to miss class, you can just get the notes from someone else and it's not really a big deal. But I recommend going because it sticks a lot better when you hear it from him, because he conveys it so enthusiastically. I highly recommend this professor!

I absolutely LOVED Wilson!!! He is seriously the funniest and most blunt teacher ever. Everyone should take him if you have the option. For this course though it's somewhat challenging. You definitely need to go to every class and study your ass off, but he makes class enjoyable! Don't worry... he is way cool!

Mr. Wilson is one of the only history teachers that has made history interesting. He is a very likable character, which helps him keep your attention. He loves history, but is not afraid to admit his faults. If you simply pay attention, and go to every class, you will pass. The tests weren't bad either. Multiple choice is so easy. The only part to worry about is the essay and short answer. STUDY your notes! (make sure you write down everything even though it's tedious.) He even gives a lot of clues for the tests.

Great enthusiastic teacher! Loved him!! He tests only off of lecture notes that he has clearly organized for the overhead. The book is a supplemental resource, and definitely is not needed... although it is a good read. Take Wilson if you can!!!

Pretty good class. Very interesting; but the only things that count toward your overall grade are 3 tests and 1 very small paper. Therefore, if you don't do very good on one test, it is difficult to pull up the grade. He does present the information in a good way. Very nice teacher.

Professor Wilson's passion for his subject is contagious. Take his class and see for yourself. Three exams, not cumulative 100 points each. Show up to each class, take notes from the overhead, and you'll do fine. Study your notes THOROUGHLY and you're likely to earn an "A" like I did. He permits you to tape his lectures. This is an excellent study tool. In addition to the three exams, there is one paper worth 25 points. Word of advice--don't procrastinate on it! Get it done early and Professor Wilson will get it back to you promptly. I wish that all Cal Poly professors had Professor Wilson's enthusiasm and passion for their subjects. Take him, you'll be glad that you did!

Professor Wilson is so great. He is funny, and a good lecturer. My only complaint is he is super conservative and doesn\'t believe in global warming so to me he came off as a bit of a nut job. But besides the fact he is a little strange does not interfere with his teaching ability. His tests come straight from the notes you take in the class so as long as you copy down the notes and look them over there is no reason you should not get a good grade. Some of his multiple choice questions are tricky but not unfair. If possible take Wilson.

I am currently taking LS 214 with Wilson even though I am not an LS major. I thought I\'d write this in case there is anyone in the situation I was in last quarter where I was at the end of registration rotations and I needed to find an open class in order to have enough units. Like any history class, LS 214 has the potential to be a boring class, however the way Wilson presents the material makes it truly interesting. And it\'s not just about the history of education either. I feel like I\'ve learned more history in general from this class than from many other history classes I have taken. Wilson is very energetic, even though he claims to sometimes come to class on two hours of sleep. The class is very straight forward: just write down all the notes he puts on the overhead, go over them several times, or until you feel confident about the material, before the test. The tests are literally taken right from these notes. I would definitely recommend this class, even for people like myself who are not LS majors, because you really do learn so much and Wilson is a great teacher who truly seems to care about his students.

He is my favorite professor so far! Such a smart and passionate guy! His class is relatively easy. Just show up, take notes, and memorize those notes for his tests. Can be boring at times, but overall, he\'s very funny and knows his stuff!

When I re-read the notes at home I wonder how i ever found the material amusing in class. He's extremely enthusiastic and relates the material to the students so that the most boring class in the world is actually entertaining. That takes skill. He's cynical and sarcastic about everything which makes the class even more entertaining. Just study the notes super well and the tests are a breeze.

I'm not an LS major, but I had a late registration and needed some elective units so I decided to take it. It wasn't bad. The only thing that bothered me was how the class was literally 99% female. Wilson is a good teacher though. He makes the material interesting and I felt like for once I'd actually remember something I learned in a history class (and I did). Just copy the notes and either retype them repeatedly or read them over and over till you've basically got them memorized in order to study for the tests. There's no homework and as long as you go to class you don't even need to read the book. Also, the class counts towards a law and society minor if you're like me and thinking about doing that.

Wilson is a very brilliant man and I liked him as a professor! He is extremely funny and very very bright. He loves history and it really shows. He has trouble with his hearing so he yells sometimes and it's quite funny! Great guy that will help you if you have questions. The class is not too bad either, mostly memorizing. The tests are 99% from the notes, so you have to memorize the notes like crazy and you will be fine on the test, but do not underestimate the tests: they are VERY detailed and you have to be VERY detailed in your essays and short answers as well. Your grade is made up of only 3 tests, so you can't blow any of them. Liked him, good class!

Mr. Wilson was an amazing teacher! LS 214 can be an extremely boring subject certain days, especially if you have to take it at 8 in the morning like I had to. Fortunately, Mr. Wilson does everything he can to keep you entertained and awake. It's clear he is very passionate about history! For this class specifically, there were three tests, all worth the same amount and he gives you all of the notes. He's nice enough to give you exactly what will be on the test, so it's your job to make sure you memorize everything in the notes for the tests. The tests are multiple choice, short answer, and essay. The third test, the final, is all multiple choice. Overall, he is a fair grader and passionate teacher. Take him!!!!!

I loved Wilson! He is incredibly knowledgable, and presents his lectures well. His tests are not too bad if you study for them and know the material exactly how he lectures it. It is difficult because the grade in the class is only based off of the 3 tests. For me this was a problem because I did fairly bad on my first test but well on my other two. So unfortunately I could have had a high B, low A. But with one bad test grade it messed me up. So I recommend really working hard on all three tests! He is cynical, it is funny and I do appreciate him as a teacher. Towards the end of the quarter it gets to be a bit much though when he is constantly talking about how bad marriage is, how much life sucks, etc. However you'll be used to it by then to care. Have fun with Wilson, he's great and full of energy!

Awesome teacher, makes material interesting and relevant. Literally all questions on tests come from his lecture notes, go to class, study night before, memorize notes and there is no reason you cant get an A. One of the best and funniest teachers here

Jonathan is a joy! He is hilarious to listen to & makes the course material incredibly interesting. The multiple choice questions on his tests are detail oriented & directly from the lecture notes so MEMORIZING THE NOTES will be your best bet to get an A (I used flash cards). Take Jonathan is you have a choice, he's one rockin' prof.

Professor Wilson is a great lecturer with a booming voice, and his vast amounts of knowledge demonstrates that Mr. Wilson knows what he is talking about. The Constitutional Issues in the History of United States and California Education class was straightforward with note-taking lectures and the tests were solely based on the notes. For any history or liberal studies class that he teaches, I personally would take the class because I know I will learn and remember something useful.

If you are thinking about taking a class with dear old Jonathan, here are some of his best quotes to get to know him on a personal level before your first day of class: "D stands for demonic drugged out dog" "Back when you were a kid when you were actually happy" "Text and drive students who cares, I'm going to do it right now" "I'm going to be gone soon… but I love Wendys" I've never had a happy birthday in my life Why would I lie to you I havent even lied to my exwife yet1?! San Liberal Obispo I hate this town this is a meth lab "Central Coast Sucks!!" "Burn this room already" "Hate your life now you will eventually hate it" "Kids already having sex at 12 and walking around with their iphones at 3…what is this world coming to?" "Kids cant play wall ball at school…this is just terrible" "I dont sleep I just google stuff" "I know none of you want to be here" "I'm going to shoot the woodpeckers at my house" "My doctor didnt call me fat and I was offended…I am fat" If you want to be entertained in class, this is the guy for you. He's actually a really funny and good teacher enjoy! (Don't say that you have taken AP CLASSES DONT SAY THAT)

Wilson was a great teacher. He presented the information very clearly and put all the notes up on the board while you just copy them down. His tests are straight from the notes so they are extremely easy to study for. Also, there's no final. He actually made history interesting and I looked forward to his classes.

You can clearly see Professor Wilson's passion and enthusiasm for what he teaches and teaching itself. This class is a 2 hour lecture class and the grade is based on 2 exams and a final. His lectures are clear and easy to follow and he will slow down or wait if you need to catch up writing. He makes history more interesting by consistently connecting historical events to issues that are relevant today. He also makes the class more interesting by combining history with some political science and sociology, so you are understanding what was going on and why as opposed to just knowing this thing happened. The 2 exams are 20 multiple choice, 5 short answer (and by short answer, he will take bullets and incomplete sentences, but make sure you are still thorough or you will get marked down) and an essay. The final is multiple choice only. If you know the notes well (I found typing them up the day after class helped and rereading them whenever I did this) then you will be okay on the tests. I would definitely recommend Wilson!

if you like sushi, soccer, ucsb, marriage, the central coast, drugs, Common Core, iPhones, and plan on voting for Bernie Sanders, you've come to the right place! Not only does John despise all of those things, but he expresses his disapproval in the most hilarious ways possible. i never missed a class because hearing his opinions were so entertaining. In all seriousness though, I like him as a professor because he isn't sensitive towards college students. he cares deeply about education and the guy is honestly a wizard when it comes to history, like i have no idea how he knows all the specific details of everything. he knows that college is a place where students don't have to be coddled, he exposes us to viewpoints that are different from ours, and i appreciate this because i feel like we can't be sheltered from the reality of life forever. some of my most favorite quotations by this man include the following: "death is a great thing. no taxes." "what is this coachella?" "the only thing going on in my neighborhood is those meth addicts barbecuing squirrels." "some crack addict stole my telescope." "its hotter than a crematorium in here." "the d chi boys are great guys. i love them dearly." "if i set foot on the berkeley campus they would see me and be like 'oh he's a conservative let's kill him.'"

Best teacher ever! His class is so refreshingly straight forward and if you study the lecture notes you can easily get an A! I just should have put a little more effort in. Plus, he is very entertaining I found myself looking forward to his class even though I had him 8am. Recommend!

Professor Wilson is literally the best. I loved his class, he provides you with all the information you need and is so straightforward. 12/10 would recommend!!!!

Hes a really cool dude, but his way of teaching isn't really for me. He will project notes on the board and you copy them while he talks about them. You're grade is based only on three exams which is also really scare. He makes a lot of depressing jokes and stuff, but hes still fun.

He's a very genuine person who clearly cares about the content he's teaching but he definitely goes on way too many tangents during lecture about his own stories. He also inserts his own opinion into class a lot and sometimes it's not clear where the line between class content and his opinions are. He also lets his pre-conceived notions about students get in the way of how he conducts class sometimes. Also, your entire grade is based on two exams and a final, with 1/3 of your grade for each. It's pretty stressful and the entire class is based on rote memorization. He's super hypocritical since he claims to emphasize critical thinking and then purely bases our grade on memorizing things. Very engaging during lecture since he cares so much about the class but he really lets his worldviews get in the way of truly teaching effectively

Wilson was an awesome lecturer, his class was really structured and easy to keep up with. He has the same notes every year and puts them up for you to copy down exactly and the tests are based off of those exactly. I figured the best way to study for the tests is to read your notes, type them up and get to memorizing them because the tests follow them word for word. There are three tests the whole quarter and nothing else, which means each test is pretty heavy on your grade. They have multiple choice, a short answer and an essay (the essay being worth 50%). It was really a great class and not too difficult at all.

He sucks. He smells weird. He spent the whole class time talking about his favorite presidents. He voted for Trump. Stinky man.

Too much satan