Kit Wellman
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Wellman has a unique ability to create a learning environment without stigma. This ability allowed us to interrogate our own beliefs on topics around which most of us grew up in echo chambers.
4/16/2026
He is soooo engaging and makes learning fun. However, personally, I felt as if this class I had to utilize memorization over actually learning about philosophy. You have to memorize like 8 different chapters for both the midterm and then the final, and it was just super stressful. If you do not have time to dedicate hours to this class, don't take
1/14/2025
Quite possibly the greatest professor I've had but also the midterm and the final were the two most study-intensive tests I've ever taken. Worth it but be prepared to dedicate an entire week to studying for the two tests. The class itself is perfect and so entertaining. It was at 8:30 and I was genuinely excited for it.
12/23/2024
Kit is the best prof I've had at WashU, he is so so funny & made an 8:30am thoroughly entertaining. He is caring, charismatic, and Cool... his wacky thought experiments and random references are the GOATs. Critical assessment is vital to the course so come to class ready to tear apart the essays (and take notes early!). Cannot recommend Kit enough.
12/22/2024
The best prof at WashU. He makes sure that our understanding of the books is strong, and he is very open to questions during office hours/email. He is pretty clear about what he wants from the essay, and will also provide comments on a draft if its sent early enough. Will def be taking a class of his again!
2/20/2024
I mean this guy is super cool and fun, but the grading is just too tough! I get the only B in my entire four years for this program! Guy does not tell your final exam so be ready to get amazed by your low af grade!
1/30/2024
Absolutely incredible professor. Every class was a joy to attend (even at 8:30) just to hear Kit's dynamic and oftentimes hilarious lectures. Classes are structured interactively and everyone works together to figure out the arguments behind papers. Lots of mandatory reading and tests require a lot of memorization, but it's worth it just for Kit.
12/10/2023
Kit Wellman is the best professor WashU has ever seen. This class is hard because the exams are memorization based, and there are only 2 exams. That said, I have never learned so much about ethics in my life, nor thought so deeply about issues outside of a class. TAKE IT
3/28/2023
This class changed how I think. Kit has discussion-based lectures, so there's a lot of room to participate and help yourself understand the material. He is very passionate about what he teaches, and he inspired me to love the material and be passionate about life. Do the daily summaries and read the essays and you'll learn a lot.
1/7/2023
I'd take Kit 100x again: amazing philosopher, lecturer, and human being. Class was at 8:30 and I never thought about skipping it. Explains well bc he knows content is hard. Actually cared and remembered little things about us. Butyour grade is only based on 4 things and the TA graded mad hard. Reading-heavy. Learn early what a critical analysis is
1/3/2023
I'd take Kit 100x again: amazing philosopher, lecturer, and human being. Class was at 8:30 and I never thought about skipping it. Explains well bc he knows content is hard. Actually cared and remembered little things about us. Butyour grade is only based on 4 things and the TA graded mad hard. Reading-heavy. Learn early what na critical analysis is
1/3/2023
Wellman is incredible. I was scared to take a philosophy class but no regrets. Class is summarizing readings and students volunteering to share/ask clarifying questions. He's enthusiastic, passionate, thoughtful, and makes philosophy approachable for anyone. He truly cares about his students and is invested in their success. Class is entertaining.
12/18/2022
One of the best professors I've ever had at Washu. SO FUNNY. Totally made the 8:30am classes worth it. Make sure to do the daily write ups and you will easily get an A. Its such a fun class and Professor Wellman is amazing!!!
1/24/2022
I took Present Moral Problems with Kit and he is just a great professor. He's incredibly engaging, funny, and you can tell he cares a great deal about his students. Students, beware that your grade only consists of 4 assignments worth 25% each, so it's hard to redeem a bad grade. But I would highly highly recommend taking this class!
12/26/2021
Professor Wellman is great, gave me a positive introduction to philosophy. I'm not a philosophy major, took the class for ArtSci distribution requirements, but am glad I took it. You got to do the reading and go to class, though. It will likely be very difficult to do well without going to class. Discussions in class are very straight-forward.
12/16/2021
I would absolutely consider Kit one of the best instructors I have ever had. I took his class at 8:30 a.m. and I loved it so much that I never opted to stay in bed. Kit is widely accomplished and makes his material funny and engaging. Be sure to do your reading and take notes during his class, though, or the exams will be nearly impossible.
3/20/2020
Be ready to read the text, it will be basically impossible to follow along if you don't. Also attendance isn't mandatory per say but good luck doing well on exams if you don't show up. But he makes lectures fun and informative and this class challenged and changed my world views. Would definitely take a class with him again.
11/12/2018
Kit is great in class. Lectures (more discussion-based) are super interesting and fun. This is a great class. However, he doesn't grade papers and his TA may be tough. He also isn't too accessible outside of class, but you can easily meet with the TA. Overall, you should definitely take this class: you will learn a lot and be interested throughout.
11/15/2017
Amazing teacher. Kit keeps his class relaxed but remains engaging due to his humor and passion.
7/7/2014
Seriously the best class I have ever taken at WashU. Kit has a fantastic sense of humor and really tries to be relatable to his students. One day, he told us, "Most of you won\'t take away anything of value from this class. But some of you, the ones that care, will take away the skill to think critically and participate." Very admirable. Love him.
10/28/2013
He is not only handsome and fit but also a fantastic person and a knowledgeable proffessor. I've never been so comfortable with a teacher that knows so much about all the mucky mucks.
1/8/2009
Kit's a great guy. Very helpful, and a very funny man. Made an 8:30 AM class a pleasure to wake up for.
4/18/2008
very interesting, WONDERFUL man and teacher. helps to go to class
1/25/2007
Kit truly cares about his students and goes to great lengths to make himself accessible. Though one is inspired to attend class more often in an attempt to counteract the difficulty, attendance is largely optional and typically not an advantage.
11/9/2005