Pretty hard class, but you learn tons. He really makes you think about life, which makes the course great. Hard exams though! Lots to remember, but worth taking from him.

For anyone really NOT interested in philosphy and say looking for a class to get your integrated studies credits filled, I would recommend Minch. The key to his class is to have study groups. He always reviews before the tests and actually gives the actual test questions. It's a good idea to review these questiosn in a study group.

Minch is a nice guy, but he is not very popular with the students. One of the few people who practices what he preaches. Few people know that he went to Haiti to help the poor while the other bozos in Utah were Rock Climbing at the Quarry.

Prof. Minch is an interesting find, considering he is a very liberal man in "Happy Valley." I disagreed with much of what he argued for, but he made no shortage of explaining why specifically he believed what he believed, and used evidence to back it up. Harder class, and exhaustive amts of reading. HUGE ego, but what Ph.D. in Philosophy doesn't?

Prof. Minch is one of the best professors on campus. I know he can come off combative, but if you go to his class intending to learn and keep an open mind, this will be a great class experience. He is not a teacher for lightweights, he will let you know when he disagrees with you. If you take his class take it because you want to learn.

One of the best teachers and classes I have ever had! This is a brilliant man and a wonderful teacher! Take one of his classes, Maybe you'll learn something!

I didn't think he was a bad teacher to take from since the class is required. The class was not hard, but you needed to go every day or else you needed to understand everything you read to do well on the test (unless you went to the review the day before where he practically gave away all the answers). There is an easy assign. due every day.

Minch is a very knowledgeable instructor who teaches the course well. You need to do all the reading assignments to pass the class (otherwise good luck on the tests). Reading is the only homework besides a final paper due at the end of the semester. I learned a lot from him. He does offer extra credit assignments throughout the semester.

This teacher engages you into the discussions. The people that complain about him are most likely the freshmen that aren't cut out for college anyway. Grow up!

Mr Minch is an outstanding phil professor. He is open minded to the views of others. He is extremely knowledgable about worldly affairs and philisophers of all times. He will open a once ignorant mind to the possibilities of bettering our worldy situation. I will always treasure his advice. You must also be open minded. I highly recommend him.

VERY DIFFICULT CLASS!! it's discussion based and attendance is required as 10% of grade. final paper is hard and he grades terribly even if you've written a good paper. i actually liked listening to him but he'll combat your opinion if he doesn't agree with it. take this class if you're gung-ho philisophy, otherwise, stay away.

Dr. Minch is an outstanding professor could ever exist. I enjoy his class and he is insanely and exceedingly knowledgable on the subject. He has so much knowledge to offer;it is just fantastic to find out what it is in his mind figuring out what it is he is teaching.

The class was easy as far as reading and tests, just take notes and come to class. But it did seem like he was too opinionated. He didn't seem like he liked mormons either. There was an argument in class where more than a few students felt like sharing their opinions of him. He didn't seem to handle it well. He got defensive and argumentive.

Minch is paid to provide a prespective outside that of the mormon bubble and does an amazing job. I disagree with him on most things but have the utmost respect for him.

Look, Professors are here at the University to challenge us! What a concept. College is not supposed to pander to all of our pet beliefs and theories. If you love learning, want to see what you're made of academically and be engaged in a really great discussion, whether you agree or not, take a class like this from a professor like Dr. Minch.

good class, sticks to the syllabus, encourages lots of discussion, Invested in the topic. Do the reading and show up. Dr.Minch is well informed on the topics he teaches and always shows up.

Dr. Minch is a challenging academic instructor. He is straightforward and cares deeply about students.Be prepared to read quality material, work hard, and you will leave his class a better student and, potentially, a better person. Not many professors offer this level of scholarship.Take advantage of the opportunity to learn from him.

Good Professor. He does a good job at encouraging discussion and is thorough. He was very nuetral on religious topics and encouraged classroom response. Do your work and show up. Those who got a bad grade did it to themselves.

Take the class later in the day when people are ready to debate. Otherwise it will turn out to be a dull class. Fairly easy tests, and lots of reading.

Professor Minch knows his stuff, but he isn't very willing to listen to students when they challenge his ideals. The class would have been much more interesting if he was open to debate instead of just giving students half answers to their questions/arguments.

Minch is as hard as the babys rating him make him out to be. He is here to challenge you and make you look at things from a different view, but if you know the guy you know he will respect you if you argue your point and dont back down.

Greatest teacher ever!! It was not easy, but so worth it. Minch will push everything you think you know about the world that you live in. You will come out of any of his classes as a better human being and member of society. Wake up and take a class from this man! The world needs more people like Michael Minch.

Michael Minch is a passionate man. His viewpoints are liberal so he dosent match up with many conservative students views. and if he disagrees with your views he will tell you so. This class made me think and challenge my own views and ethics. He wants you too defend your views and morals. The class made me want to be better. I was glad took it.

One of the greatest teachers UVU has. Discussions are very interesting. Even if you don't do well on the tests, you can still get an A. Take advantage of the extra credit, 1% for each lecture/seminar.

Dr. Minch is a great teacher. If you aren't ready to defend your views with all you have then it's best to think through any comments you want to bring up in class. He will challenge the way you think, what you believe and why. It's not that he doesn't respect his students, he wants them to be secure in their morals.

Great professor who takes a beating on here because he asks you to think about your morals and views (does not ask you to change them) If this offends you,find another class to checkoff your generals.Its easier to be offended than to think through what is being taught.If you came to UVU to avoid thinking and learning, this class is not for you!

A lot of students complain about professor Minch but I'll guarantee those who complain about his the loudest never read the material or participated in class in a thoughtful manner. He isn't rude at all and his assignments aren't over the top demanding. If you make a comment in class just be prepared to defend it and show why it is reasonable.

Dr. Minch offers a perspective that is very different to what most people in Utah believe. You don't have to share his beliefs at all to do well in the class. If you participate, take notes and ask for his input, he'll go out of his way to help you out. I learned a lot from him, just come to class with a thick skin.

Dr. Minch is a very intelligent man. His lectures are interesting and encourages students to participate. However, make sure that you can back up what you say because he will challenge your response. He makes you really think about your beliefs and views on politics, religion, but I enjoyed that because then I could be sure about what I believe in.

Loved taking his class. I am inspired every time I go to class by his lectures and discussions. Very respectful to other's beliefs and does his best not to offend anyone. Very smart and knows what he's talking about. Would definitely take a class from him again if I need to!

I love taking Minch's classes! He knows his stuff, and people who don't like his classes probably didn't read and participate. He's very respectful of your views and does his best to help you, if you ask for help. Definitely take advantage of his Extra Credit opportunities, they are very helpful if you struggle in his classes!

He was a really good professor. He knows his stuff and is passionate about it. I don't feel as though he fed me his opinions or wouldn't let me speak mine. I felt as though he was very open to everyones ideas. I do understand what people mean about his tests being worded weird. That part was hard, but he grades generously as long as you go to class

Despite my intellectual crush on Dr. Minch, he is very hard to take from if you are not a philosophy major. Class discussions are very dense and discussed in ways that were hard for me to understand without the philosophical background a lot of the students had. Good overall but kinda stressful for me.

If you actually read the textbook, and, you know, take notes, then you'll be fine. Minch is a fair grader as long as you show that you've broken a sweat in the process.

Dr. Minch is probably the most intelligent man ever. I learned something new every class. My perspectives have changed since taking the class and I am so thankful that I did get Dr. Minch as my professor. He makes everything clear and is very helpful. If you go to class, participate, and listen to the lectures, you will do fine on the quizzes.

Dr. Minch is an incredible professor. He sees potential and works with you to reach your greatest level of thinking and understanding. He truly values his job and the students that he interacts with. He will provide you with endless opportunities, a great resource for networking. I was shocked at his previous reviews. Amazing professor.

I'm kind of surprised by the rating this professor has. He's very passionate and his lectures are very enjoyable. I guess I suggest only taking this class if you are really interested in philosophy/political ideology. He is a very interesting teacher, however, a majority of the class is him talking & answering questions, not a lot of discussion.

My favorite professor at UVU.