Nice guy, but kinda boring

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awesome professor who really knows his history

have to go to discussions, don't need to read the book all you need is lectures

Not the greatest class but he knows his stuff and tests are not bad

Boring class, tests werent too bad, choice between multiple choice and essay

tests are reaaaallly difficult if you don't read and don't memorize your notes...class is boooring...he knows his history though..class is not too difficult

3 exams and 3 essays. Exams are either multiple choice or essay - your choice. But do essay b/c you have a better chance defending an answer than guessing mulitple choice. Read books for discussion only.

Relatively simple, study notes for tests and don't wait around to start your term paper. Lots of reading!!

He's not that bad. The class is short, simple, and easy to follow. His lectures are clear, and there's really not that much work at all, other than taking notes. You don't need to read the main text book at all. Tests are all essays and not too hard.

First off, history is boring. For some reason, the way he taught it, I payed attention. Just study your notes & you'll do well. Tests are essays & exactly from lectures. Lots of reading but it's survivable.

It is history, so it's not the most interesting class. But it is relatively easy if you go to class and get the notes. Test are straight from lectures, so you know exactly what to study. His lectures are very clear and easy to follow.

This was a great history class. He really knows what he is talking about! Three tests and they are all essays. He maps out the topics of the exams for you. I loved this class!

not a bad course. dont read. easy to get a B witout studying. read for discussion sessions only.

a mix between a computer geek and a failing stand up comedian. boring but informative lectures. only read for discussions. tests are essays and he prepares you well. to the point...funny and helpful but boring

He is such a nice man, the class is pretty boring, but not that bad. Class is so easy if you go to class and get the notes, tests are based directly from class and notes. I havent read more than 20 pages in the book and i still have a B+!

India History, well knowledgable, we dont really talk about stuff that far back though. One book was kinda boring, but the rest were alright. Farily entertaining in class as well. I would recommend for any higher level history, had him for 301 also.

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Great teacher! He knows his history well and makes class interesting! Especially if you are military oriented

He's a very knowledgeable professor..and has really limited tolerance for kids who aren't doing their work. If you're a hard worker and take good notes, you should do fine.

he is generally cool, lectures dont suck as long as you know who the people are he throws up on the overhead and can answer his random questions. He knows the material and makes it interesting. Tests are really hard, unless of course you know that Lawrence Washington led the dragoons NOT the calvary! and that hes Georges first cousin.

Do not take this class unless you have a background and/or a STRONG interest in military history. He is a decent professor, but this class is difficult if you're not interested in the topic. Readings can be excruciating (ex: 35 pages on the design of a type of cannon used in one battle). Requires careful attention to details on exams.

I didnt really read the textbook at all, and ended up with a B+ in the class as a history minor. he grades tough on the tests, and the ids are mostly obscure things he mentions in class and not the well known or broad topics he covers. not a bad class though, def interesting.

I had this guy last year through some difficult times in my college career. I remember a lot of sleep. I showed up every class, mix of wonderful and boring discussions. Somehow passed all my tests, and handed in my papers (very late) in the last week of class. Guess what, I passed the class! It wasn't bad, but it could get better.

unlike most history classes he actually covers every topic in the syllabus up to the 1960s. Classes are really big but he does his best to give individual help with assignments. The tests are really hard but he does curve the grades and gives you a choice if you want multiple choice or essay, so that helps students draw on their strengths.

Gives you a really good overview of American History. Hard test, but manageable. Have to go to small lecture groups and talk, to get participation points. Recommand taking in the afternoon, beacuse his lectures can seem to drag on sometimes.

Three tests, three papers, and a final. Meixsel is a nice guy and although he can be monotone sometimes, makes little jokes and tries to help you. Tests are hard, but there's a big curve and you can choice multiple choice or essay. Nice guy and a great class that covers a lot of material, interesting movie clips every class! I'd recommend him!

I'm not going to lie, his tests are really hard, but overall he's a really nice guy if you get to know him. He's willing to help you out if you take the time to go in and see him or talk to him after class. Ask him to look at your papers before you turn them in (trust me this helped me out so much; i got an A on both papers!).

The lectures are fascinating and the tests come straight from them. I havn't even opened my textbook and have a solid B in the class. The are pretty hard though and need to know the minute details. He is extremely helpful, just make sure you go to his office for extra help. The amount of work you put into this class clearly effects your grade.

Tests are hard but 3 papers help boost grade. If you go to discussion and talk about readings its worth nearly 20%. You need to study really hard but right now I'm getting a B without reading the Nations text. Hard but learned a lot.

This class was challenging but I learned a ton. The final isn't cumulative, and he assigns three papers which really will boost your grade. I'm not very good at history but I got a B+ in the class. His lectures are very clear. Just manage your time and study the lecture notes and you will do fine!

One midterm, one test, one final. Three papers. Tests are multiple choice but very, very difficult. Going to class helps but not that much. Papers are graded by TA and are fairly easy and short (3-4 pages each) Not an exciting class and much harder than other american history classes. Take someone else if you want to avoid very hard tests.

While Dr. Meixsel has a monotone voice, he's a great teacher. He loves teaching history and is always willing to clarify a point if you ask. He'll give you a bunch of great facts as well! The tests are challenging, BUT its more than possible to get an A or B in the class. Go to class, discussion section and do the reading. The papers are not hard.

make sure you attend all lectures even though it can be a bore because THAT IS the test. the writing option is better, in my opinion, because you just have to memorize the notes. his tests are not the easiest, but possible if you try. and definately participate here and there during discussion and read.

not gonna lie it is A LOT of reading. he definitely knows his stuff when it comes to military during WWII and i learned so much. he may come off a little cold but he's actually really helpful. has an interesting sense of humor. lets you write your paper on any topic. take it, it's not that painful

If you don't have a friend in an earlier discussion class, be prepared to fail the quizzes. Tests are based off his slides though, so if you wrote all that down, you'll be okay. Pretty monotone guy but as the semester progressed he grew on me and if you speak up in class he's not too bad.

Professor Meixsel is a great professor, his lectures are very interesting and he gives a good overview of U.S. History. The course it not too hard, there are 3 test all essay based which is a lot of writing, but you can easily get an A if you listen during lectures. Meixsel is also very helpful and friendly if you get to know him. Would Recommend.

I absolutely hate history and was dreading this class. However, I got an A- by going to office hours and taking good notes in class. Although Meixsel is a boring lecturer, he is a great professor. He answered all my questions and helped me out tremendously. Before the midterm and final he has review sessions where he gives away questions. Take him!

Meixsel is a pretty chill dude. The lecture is big so you don't have to participate. Skim the chapters and take good notes and the tests, which are all essays, won't be that hard. Discussion was pretty boring. You go over primary documents that you're supposed to read and he calls on people but they usually don't know the answers lol.

His class is a bit bland, but if you're interested in the topic it's pretty good. A lot of reading, two exams and one paper. Not too terribleness (as a history minor), and the man definitely knows his stuff. Will take again for HIST 301