Jason Hassenstab

I disagree with all past reviews. Jason was constantly sexist. Not intentionally, but it was uncomfortable. He doesn't do his own job and is proud. I'm concerned this man is such a big deal in the research he does. He thinks AI is the best and uses it to make his exams and slides. Exams are TRICKY--must memorize exactly what is on the AI slides.

5/12/2026

JASON IS AWESOME!! A very engaging, funny professor who makes the content so interesting and comes to class with the perfect level of energy and optimism. One of the only classes I've been actually excited to go to in the morning. Exams are not the easiest, but are very fair and not worth much of your grade. Absolutely take this class!!

4/15/2026

2-4 hrs/week

Hassenstab was alright. Clearly new to teaching undergrads and a bit disorganized. Tests can be somewhat difficult, but I can recommend this class.

4/29/2025

Highly recommend this class! You'll learn interesting topics from a professor who is genuinely passionate about what he does. He's truly interested in each individual student, and his humor makes lectures entertaining and fun. Sometimes test questions were confusing even though I studied, but they make up only 30% of the grade so I still got an A.

4/24/2025

Interesting and low workload. Caring professor that wants you to do well. 2 exams (15% each, study 3-5 hours max). Take some notes in class or just study off the slides and you'll do fine. 1 creative assignment (10%, takes 4-5 hours). 1 eight page final paper, but with relaxed guidelines. Maybe 20 hours outside of class the whole semester.

4/1/2024

BY FAR my favorite professor and class so far at WashU. His lectures are fascinating and clear. He is very caring and understanding with his students and creates a vibe in the class that is so positive and supportive. Class is easy to do well in if you study a bit. 10/10. I genuinely enjoyed attending class. Take him, and you'll thank me later.

6/6/2023