4.5

Stephen Wetta

English - Hunter College

4.5
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
65%
Would Retake
84
Reviews
4.5
Quality
1.9
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

65%

Would Retake

84

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Rating Distribution
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5

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4

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What Students Say

Also, actually READ for the final & you'll do AMAZING

ENGL300 - 5.0 rating

His love of "King Lear" is utterly charming, and his ability to help the student step into the story and understand it is a rare talent

ENG220 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

93%

Textbook Required

63%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
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Most common grades:
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A+ (7)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 33 reported grades
A: 14
Not sure yet: 8
A+: 7
B+: 2
Common Tags
Participation matters (12)
Gives good feedback (6)
Inspirational (5)
Get ready to read (5)
Clear grading criteria (4)
Hilarious (4)
Lecture heavy (4)
Tough grader (4)
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Reviews (84)
5.0
1.0
ENG120
Aug 9, 2002

finally-a professor that let's you express yourself in your writing!

5.0
1.0
ENG311
Dec 14, 2002

No Comments

5.0
3.0
ENG101
Dec 17, 2002

Open minded, intelligent, knowlegeble, stylish.

5.0
3.0
ENG101
Dec 26, 2002

Super. Open minded. Real Crocodile Dandy.

4.0
2.0
ENGLISH
Oct 6, 2003

Very fun class.Open -minded. excellent professor

5.0
1.0
ECO120
Dec 2, 2003

FANTASTIC PROFESSOR!!! I'VE LEARNED A GREAT DEAL ABOUT WRITTING WITH HIM...AND WITHOUT BOOTLICKERING!!! FUN AND THEATRICAL!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

5.0
1.0
ENG120
Dec 8, 2003

hes really easy and has the best class convos-- EASY A

5.0
2.0
ENGLISH220
Mar 27, 2004

He is the best!!! You enjoy his class very interesting and charming man. Take his course you won't regret

5.0
2.0
ENG220
May 18, 2004

Prof. Wetta is the best. He is very intelligent. Very open minded. He lets you express which ever way you want. One midterm and one take home final. But make sure you pay attention to the identifications for the midterm. Strongly suggested!!! Easy A!!!!

5.0
2.0
ENG220
Grade: A
Aug 27, 2004

I would strongly recommend his class. The class does not have actual lecture format, but mainly structured by intense discussions on works. He is really thought provoking and liberal in interpretations. Students are encouraged to express their opinions.

5.0
2.0
ENG20
Grade: A
Nov 19, 2004

Great Pro. whose classroom discussions I usually look foward to after a long day at school. I recomend any of his classes for anyone who loves to voice their opinion(s) about real issues.

5.0
2.0
ENG120
Nov 21, 2004

very fun class

5.0
2.0
ENG120
Grade: D+
Nov 29, 2004

Prof. Wetta is the coolest teacher out there right now. He never lets the class get boring because there is always something to talk about that everyone can discuss. He is such a nice person and never gets mad

5.0
2.0
ENG120
Nov 30, 2004

he is a funny and super nice guy, never quite in his class

5.0
1.0
ENG120
Dec 17, 2004

This was the best class i had the whole year. Wetta is awesome and his class is fun. Theres not a lot of work. Just make sure you do the essays and come to class. He knows a ton of about music too. Take this class!

5.0
1.0
ENG120
Apr 21, 2005

The best professor in hunter...take his class you wont regret it. Just dont get on his nerves by sleeping in class or not writing the essays.

3.0
4.0
ENG220
May 13, 2005

professor wetta is one of the best at hunter, do your work, participate in class and you're guaranteed and a...he's very nice and seems very intelligent...

4.0
3.0
ENG220
Jul 16, 2005

Cool teacher, very funny and interesting. Excelent class to take.

4.0
2.0
ENG120
Nov 22, 2005

No Comments

4.0
2.0
ENGLISH120
Dec 1, 2005

Its an easy A...especially if your a great writer! if you usually cut class or late dont bother taking this class because he HATES latenesses and "cutters". Participating is also a must. easy papers, pick your own research paper, and of course you have an inclass essay as your final.

3.0
2.0
120
Dec 1, 2005

dont take this class if you are always late and u like cutting because he will fail you even if you get A's on every asssignment. easy assingments, pick your own research paper topic, easyyyy essays...pretty cool but sometimes boring.

5.0
1.0
ENG110220
Feb 7, 2006

The best Professor on earth. He is a easy grader and you feel like you are talking to a friend and don't have to think twice about what you are saying. Very clear about his materials. He will let you have your own style of writting for his assignments and there are couple of exams which are very easy. There best professor to have.

5.0
1.0
ENG120
May 9, 2006

awwwwssomeee! He also know his stuff. Highly recommended!

5.0
3.0
ENG313
May 11, 2006

More on the literature than writing. Makes u read ur stories in class. Just don't slack off on the readings, assignments & attendances or you will def. get an F! The class is bit unorganized & fewer feedbacks from students about ur stories. He is willing to help u rewrite & improve ur stories & grade. Very laid back and a good teacher. Just don't

5.0
1.0
ENGLISH02
Jun 15, 2006

He knows his stuff, very well, I like his laid back style, but hey dont mess up with the attendance. he is very up that!!!, I got him once and I will get him again!!

4.0
1.0
ENG
Jun 26, 2006

his fun though,but seems he doesn't know his stuff very well, and actually i think you will easeily pass his class, but you won't learn something about writting...and more important, he hate lateness :)

5.0
1.0
ENG300
Jul 16, 2006

ENg 300 was a creative writing class. He was very leniant. Easy to get an A if you do your work and be there. He hates absences and lateness.

5.0
1.0
ENG220
Jul 28, 2006

His class is very interesting. Just pay attention in class, you can easily get a good grade.

5.0
2.0
ENG220
Aug 31, 2006

AWESOME TEACHER! Makes learning fun and interesting. I looked forward to going to class every time!

5.0
2.0
ENG220
Dec 1, 2006

He's a really AWESOME prof. Attendance is mandatory, but his class is so interesting u won't want to miss out anyways. Misterm n final are pretty easy. Only big thing is the paper. Take him, u'll luv him.

5.0
2.0
ENGL220
Dec 16, 2006

very very good. the best at hunter in my opinion. just don't be disrespectful and show up late - he hates that. but he really brings the material down to a level where someone who cares less about literature can understand. i took the sat morning class. hard tkaing it in the mornings, but nonetheless, still great!

5.0
2.0
ENG200
Aug 11, 2007

he is one of the best professors that i've had. greatly increased my interest in the subject. he really knows his stuff. class is very easy. final was a take home essay.

5.0
1.0
ENG120
Oct 22, 2007

Cool professor ! I took summer school with him and it changed my writing %100 ! Very easy and fun! Just dont miss classes and dont be late

5.0
1.0
ENGLI120
Nov 27, 2007

I loved him....I dont think it gets better than this teacher

5.0
1.0
ENGL120
Nov 29, 2007

he is the BEST professor. you'll get an A+ in all your papaers cause he gives and helps you with drafts. he is very funny the readings are really easy and not mandatory he usually starts talking about one topic then changes it but he is very funny. TAKE HIS CLASS!!!! ^_^

4.0
2.0
ENG120
Dec 20, 2007

Professor Wetta is easygoing, funny, and his class is highly interactive and discussion based. He cares a lot about cultivating student interest in social issues, so there is always lively debate in class. Also, he gives good grades...you just need to do the work!

5.0
1.0
ENG004
Feb 26, 2008

Very nice professor, help me a lot!!!! and really funny class.

5.0
3.0
ENG120
Dec 3, 2008

He's the best english professor ever! He's really calm and really nice. His assignments are interesting and the class discussions are exciting!

5.0
2.0
ENG120
Dec 4, 2008

Hes the best teacher evr!! so easy n very nice...class always talkin..hes really calm n cool easy to talk to...great class.. def take it

5.0
2.0
ENG120
Dec 4, 2008

Great prof...Easy, Fun, Laid Back!!! Highly recommended!!

5.0
1.0
ENG120
Dec 21, 2008

He is a must for anyone taking any ENG course. He let's people speak in their own voices in papers and promotes conversation within the classroom. Just don't try to do your own thing, like read other books in the class. Show respect to him, and you'll love the class.

5.0
1.0
ENGL005
Mar 27, 2009

He is adorable:)

3.0
1.0
ENGL005
Jun 26, 2009

very nice, but does not teach at all. if you want improvement don't take him.

5.0
1.0
ENG120
Feb 4, 2010

THE BEST!!He let's his students speak, which makes the class much more fun with lots of interesting discussions. 2 or 3 writing assignments, 1 in class essay, term paper and a final! Easy A!!You will not regret taking him!!!

5.0
2.0
ENG120
Mar 8, 2010

He's the man.

3.0
1.0
ENGL005
May 29, 2010

I took him for ESL. He is nice, this is true. But most of the people in my class failed the writing test after his class. He was not teaching at all, only spoke about absolutely irrelevant issues all the time. I passed the essay only because worked hard on that on my own.if you need improvement I do not recommend him. Not helpful at all

5.0
1.0
ENGL120
Oct 11, 2012

his papers and midterm/final are all very easy to write. attend class, and pay attention.

5.0
1.0
ENGL300
Jan 27, 2013

Professor Wetta is a great professor! I already had an interest in creative writing before class, but I always had trouble making myself write. He did that for me, and brought my love for writing back. He's a great guy, so helpful and supportive. Definitely take him!

5.0
2.0
ENG220
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2013

By far, the best professor ever. He makes everything crystal clear. He's one of my favorites. No regrets at all.

5.0
3.0
ENG220
Jan 23, 2014

One of the best. Had to retake 220 and glad that I got him the second time, as I had a horrible professor the first time. Very down to earth and funny. Very lenient on papers and very helpful in office hours. Must read the books in order to keep up with class but the material was extremely interesting! He's awesome!

5.0
2.0
ENG101
Grade: A+
Sep 8, 2014

my favorite professor so far. absolutely loved his class and it was the only one i looked forward to. he doesn't make you write except for the required writing and we discuss. the whole class participates in class discussion and it makes you want to contribute your opinion.

5.0
1.0
220
Nov 5, 2014

He is such a nice guy. He's hip, hes funny, and he really cares about what you have to say about the book. We have a 10 minute writing before each class but its based on opinion and not so much the reading. I HATED english but I absolutely loved his class. There was pretty much no work too. The readings were also pretty great.

5.0
2.0
220
Nov 11, 2014

When you read his syllabus, you'll know he's not your average prof. Wetta is an amazing lecturer. His arguments for the readings are controversial and really interesting. If you write well, expect to get an A without a doubt.

5.0
2.0
220
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 18, 2014

He is absolutely great! I've never had a English professor that is so lenient and understanding! Would definitely take him again if I had the chance

5.0
1.0
ENG220
May 20, 2015

Great teacher, great class. Absolutely loved him

5.0
1.0
300
May 30, 2015

His requirements are really clear: show up, participate, and hand in papers on time. Since it was a workshop class, the reading was light, but don't skimp on the papers. You can easily get an A if you do the papers on time and show you're invested in the class. He's also a full time professor and an advisor.

5.0
3.0
396
Grade: A
Jun 18, 2015

Amazing professor, so nice and loves a nice open discussion about literature. Be sure to read though... beware if you don't.

5.0
3.0
ENG220
Grade: A+
Dec 27, 2015

Professor Wetta, while laid back in personality, is passionate about the subject he teaches and he has natural a gift for capturing the student's interest with his readings and the discussion of those readings. His love of "King Lear" is utterly charming, and his ability to help the student step into the story and understand it is a rare talent!!

5.0
1.0
ENGL300
Grade: A+
Jan 14, 2016

He is so laid back yet extremely intelligent at the same time. He wants to give you a good grade! However, dont skip class (over whats allowed of course) and be punctual (he hates latenesses but won't say anything). The more conversational and detailed your participation the better you'll do! Also, actually READ for the final & you'll do AMAZING!

5.0
2.0
ENG220
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2016

Great professor, really loves his subject. He doesn't think that any ideas are wrong, super nice and great feedback on writing.

5.0
2.0
ENGL396
Grade: A+
May 24, 2016

You MUST take this professors. He is funny, respectful, and validates everyone's odd interpretations of the reading. As long as you participate, you're golden. You HAVE to do the reading, but its not dense at all and actually pleasant. Also, don't be late. But, the class is pretty relaxed and chill. There was a midterm, final, and paper.

5.0
2.0
ENGL396
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2017
Would take again

Professor Wetta is a well respected, laid back, and caring professor with superb knowledge in his field. He delivers deep analysis of literature but tells a couple of jokes here and there to make sure the students enjoy class and are engaged. Definitely recommend him and would take him again.

Tests? Not many
Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
ENG311
Grade: A
May 18, 2019
Would take again

If you're looking to take a creative writing class, Wetta is the way to go. I really enjoyed the class. Four fiction stories and helpful feedback is given by students and Wetta. It's a fun class that allows your creative juices to flow. Always encouraging, Wetta makes you feel like whatever you write is worth something. A+ prof. for sure!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
ENG300
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2019
Would take again

Professor Wetta is a real gem. He is old school but enjoys everyone's interpretations of the readings/workshops. Participation is mandatory because it's a workshop class, you obviously have to participate. He gives great feedback on papers and lets you rewrite multiple times. He's very understanding but don't take advantage of him.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
ENG377
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 4, 2020
Would take again

Honestly, Wetta is one of the best professors I've ever had in my life. Has some semblance of a beat generation writer/poet, and you can feel the character flowing out. His lectures, the books he assigns, and general attitude make him a diamond in the rough. He is absolutely inspiring with the questions he poses. The best prof you'll ever take. A++

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ENGL220
Grade: A+
May 19, 2020
Would take again

You MUST take prof wetta!!! Had him for ENGL220 Honors and he makes class so interesting and isn't a hard grader. Super down to earth guy who wants you to enjoy the books we read. Can't say enough nice things about him. Participate and you'll get an A

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
ENGL396
Grade: Not sure yet
May 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

To be brutally honest these overexaggerating positive reviews are not what I experienced in this class. This professor is technologically slow he claims that he does not know how to "read the chat box and focus on speaking and listening to other students". He is mediocre, this class is probably better in person since it is participation intensive!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
3.0
3.0
ENGL396
Grade: Not sure yet
May 23, 2021
Would take again

If Hunter College has better English Professors I will not take Professor Wetta ever again but out of the English department and my study he is the best prof at Hunter! He just sucks at emails!! He does not respond to emails by students! And does not allow for all students to give their input since chatbox could not be really used he prefer cam on!

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Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
ENG396
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2021
Would take again

Wetta is awesome. He made his expectations very clear at the start: active participation and having your cam on. He doesnt read the chat, but he makes it so easy to participate! Hes respectful and chill and laid back and open to all comments or opinions. Literally, say anything and you're solid. Easy essays, though fast-paced reading required.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
4.0
2.0
ENG120
Dec 10, 2021
Would take again

Professor Wetta is a really fun and simple professor, he was really easy on us honestly, most of the class was spent discussing different articles we read and giving our input/having a group discussion. It eventually led to helping us pick a topic for the research paper, and I honestly really enjoyed his laid-back style of teaching 120. :)

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
3.0
3.0
ENG220
Grade: B+
Dec 20, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Wetta is laid back, but when it comes to the assignments he is a tough grader. Feedback was not clear enough and the prompts were very hard to make essays of. Wants cameras on for online and cares about participation.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
220
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 21, 2022

Although he knows what hes talking about he is the worse professor I have came across. This man does not know how to grade and not only is his feedback bad but he's very disrespectful with it. He will literally degrade you and make you feel like you have done nothing. He is also not understanding at all.

Tough grader
5.0
1.0
220
Grade: Not sure yet
May 20, 2022
Would take again

Lectures were very engaging. I normally have trouble participating but in his class it feels natural. His feedback has never been mean or rude, but extremely kind and encouraging. If you write good papers, easy class and if not, then you will complain about the feedback LMAOOOO. Jokes aside, definitely recommend, he is a true gem!!!!!!!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
220
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2022
Would take again

Amazing professor. Fun and helpful. Although the class was online, it wasn't boring at all.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
4.0
220
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2022

He might know literature but he is not a good teacher. He is a tough grader and does not explain assignments thoroughly. His comments made me tear up because he was so rude and inconsiderate. Overall, you are better off taking someone else who is more flexible and understanding because he is just the opposite.

Tough grader
5.0
3.0
220
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 24, 2022
Would take again

His lectures are chef kiss. participate in class if not it will be boring for you. I am a decent writer but got A+ on writing so I don't know about him being a tough grader. awesome professor.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
220
Grade: A
Mar 21, 2023
Would take again

If you want an easy A take him, he just wants someone to listen to his rants and write his 2 or 3 simple papers. He will put people on the spot but he's old and moody. Don't waste money on books, just look them up online for the PDF. When he's not in a bad mood he's really chill, so take it.

Participation matters
So many papers
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
220
Grade: A+
May 22, 2023
Would take again

He is one of the most amazing, lecturer ever!!! He is not harsh at grading at all, wrote like 2 things in the whole semester. I genuinely enjoyed listening to what he had to say, really interesting stuff and he is extremely knowledgeable. One tip to is to participate to make the class more interesting! Highly recommend taking him.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ENG311
Grade: A
May 24, 2023
Would take again

Take Professor Wetta's courses; you won't regret it! He is a great professor who cares about his students.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
1.0
ENG
Grade: A+
Aug 28, 2023
Would take again

One of the easiest classes I've ever taken. Lecture heavy, so participate to keep things interesting for yourself. You can find most/all of his readings online for free or in libraries/cheap places. I only had to write one paper, which was graded pretty lightly, but to be fair this was the first time he ever taught this class (ENG 320).

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
ENGL377
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2023

Though I took this course for easy credit, I felt as though there could have been more structure to the class. You are only graded upon two essays (midterm and final) and there is lots of reading. He assigned too many readings for such a short time frame and did not go into the depth of the texts. Not my cup of tea, but it was an easy class.

Caring
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
3.0
3.0
220
Grade: B+
May 21, 2024

DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS if you don't like participating. At the beginning he wants students to participate, but it's the same people so he started to do group work and making us talk after it. Its quite boring Also he cancels class for office hours often. The writing prompts are vague and confusing. However, he is nice (reason why it isn't 1/5),

Tough grader
Participation matters
Graded by few things
4.0
2.0
220
Grade: A-
May 23, 2024

Easy class. It was kinda boring that I can fall asleep. Attendance was mandatory but I generally hate participating and group work so I never showed up after a month. Just check bb for paper guideline and you'll be fine. You can take this class if you want an easy A.

Participation matters
Gives good feedback
3.0
3.0
ENGL32000
Grade: A
Jul 17, 2024

This was a chill course. 30% of grade based on attendance and 70% based on 3 papers. Prof Wetta is not strict when it comes to grading papers, you just have to answer his prompts. The only thing I wish was different about this course was if he didn't run it like a book club...nonetheless I just sat in the back, never participated, and did well.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

93%

Textbook Required

63%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 25 grades
Most common grades:
A (14)
Not sure yet (8)
A+ (7)
Grade Distribution
A(21)B(0)C(0)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 33 reported grades
A: 14
Not sure yet: 8
A+: 7
B+: 2
Common Tags
Participation matters (12)
Gives good feedback (6)
Inspirational (5)
Get ready to read (5)
Clear grading criteria (4)
Hilarious (4)
Lecture heavy (4)
Tough grader (4)
Rating Trend

Stable

-0.06 avg change
Mar
May
Aug
Dec
May
Jul
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

300

5.0

(1)

396

5.0

(1)

ENG311

5.0

(3)

ENG101

5.0

(3)

ECO120

5.0

(1)
+25 more courses
Difficulty by Course

396

3.0

ENG313

3.0

ENGL32000

3.0

ENGL396

2.8

ENG101

2.7

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