He's INTENSE!! I enjoyed this class.

Really nice guy, but I can hardly tell he's speaking English. Everything that's said goes straight over my head. However, even if you don't understand a word that's said, if you can write a good essay, you'll be fine. Only 4 essays as exams.

Nice guy, a good intro to college phil., emphasis on Asian, esp. Indian studies, but well rounded nonetheless. Mentioned "The Matrix" too much, though.

His lectures were very mentally stimulating unlike many of my other general education classes. His tests are very difficult though because not only are they essay and test over specific ideas that he lectured on (if you don't have notes, you're screwed), but they took FOREVER to complete!

Tom is fantastic. He does require that you write at university level, which is uncommon at KSU and can be difficult if you are not prepared. Great lectures, Tom really knows his history and philosophy, which leads to interesting connections. I can't make a stronger reccomendation, Tom is excellent.

i took his intro to Philosophy class and was one of my favorite classes of the semester. I missed upwards of 5 or 6 classes over the semester and still made an A. All you have to do is pay attention at classes, do the reading, and write at a competent level, and you will do fine in the class.

great professor if you like philosophical topics, grades papers harsher than an Enlish teacher, but gives extra credit for attending lectures

Tom is my favorite professor ever. Brilliant and attractive...ahhhh. I miss his class.

hes hot and pretty funny

I thought he m0ade things very interesting for the class. He discussed topics in a clear manner. However, he waned the students to think for themselves, not just listen to him. He was wonderful and helped when I needed it.

Tom is a great teacher. I love going to his class because I leave feeling so enlightened. Tom takes time for his students, he really wants his class to learn and understand

Mr. Pynn is the best professor I have had at KSU so far. He actually makes you THINK and question the world around you. His essays are hard, but if you want to grow as a student I definitely recommend taking his class.

Tom is amazing and i am mistrustful of the slacers that refuse to write and think at a university level. philosophies of peace was a unique opportunity to try to understand peace as not just the abscence of war, but as a way of living among fellow human beings.

i think hes a really good teacher... but i think the subject is very very vague and so it makes it difficult to write good essays on. and the essays are the only thing you're really graded on. so i would make sure to pay close attention and do some outside reading.

He's kind of all over the place. There were no tests just essays and you REALLY have to understand the material to do well.

Knows his audience very well.

I think this guy is telepathic! :) He's in tune with his students and encourages your mind to think outside of the box! I left this class ALWAYS thinking! The tests were take home written exams. Don't wait until the last minute. Friendly guy, funny at times, and intense about the subject! You'll do well if you enjoy philosophy!!

Attend class with an open mind and have fun with the reading material and films - an enjoyable and enlightening class. Professor takes material seriously and cares about what you think. Take advantage of this opportunity.

If you do all your work you are allowed extra credit so you can make over a hundred if you so desire based on how much work you are willing to do.

Professor Pynn is a great teacher. He makes it clear from the beginning that he grades on effort. If you make a C on the 1st paper like I did, 1)make progress on the next one, and 2)communicate with him, and you will do well. He is helpful (*and hot!*), and he answers questions IF YOU ASK THEM!!

Write everything he says down! I mean everything!! Turn it into a paper, do the extra credit, and talk in class! I got an A because I followed his directions. It's that simple. He has interesting things to say, and he wants to hear your voice! I loved Professor Pynn, and he's good-looking too!

To pass this class you need to do two things. One, be able to write a coherent essay centered around the books you're reading in class. Second, make a relevant thesis and back it up as much as possible with references to whatever book you're reading in class. Taking notes doesn't hurt. Pynn is a good teacher, and it's fun to listen to him talk.

He WILL challenge you to think, and to back up your thoughts, so if you aren't into intellectual stimulation, you will have trouble. But, that's why I think he's a fantastic teacher and interesting person. He's also funny, and not bad eye candy either.... He's a huge grammar Nazi when grading papers, but he does notice improvement and effort.

A friend and I would talk about ways we could get out of going to class everyday! However, on reflection his class has made me the student I am today. You will hate the class while you're in there, but you will emerge a much deeper person. Don't listen to anyone who dropped the class because they didn't get it.

I've heard frightening rumors about Pynn teaching, but in a dual professor class he's not so scary. He grades papers HARD, so be prepared.

Pynn is an awesome teacher!! Though his class maybe tough key messages are to attend events and make use of his extra credit opprotunity! They really will help you on papers! I ended up with an A in his class!! Great person to talk to... knows a lot!!!

Great Prof. Read the books.Essay tests will be based on them. Be involved in class. He may make you feel awkward, but very cool once you get talking to him. The class will require you to get involved in the school. class project was either newspaper summary or attending guest speakers. HE grades hard on tests but is you are involved you will make a

He grades hard but he is extremely intelligent. If you participate in class discussion and show improvement on your papers, you generally get the grade of your final paper. Papers are the tests, so, you must do the reading. I would recommend him to anyone. He is one of my favorite professors of all time. I love him!

Tom is probably one of the most intelligent people i have ever come across. although this class is extremely challenging (and essay based exams) it is with good reason. he challenges you to think deeply about social issues; past and present. if you're looking for an easy A this isnt for you but if you want a true challenge, sign on up!

I can see where he might come off as arrogant, but as an intelligent professor of philosophy he's really just doing his job - making us think. People are only uncomfortable because they prefer not to have their values, morals, or opinions questioned. Very interesting class. Essay subjects were moderately easy but he's super picky about grammar/MLA.

This professor is one of the best professors I have had on campus. Apart from his extensive knowledge of material taught in class, I have personally seen him on multiple occasions, go out of his way to assist students in any way he could. I have found that the students who dislike him are the students who want an easy A and to remain unchallenged.

I loved this class. Professor Penn could be considered a staple of KSU and is a brilliant, outward thinking man. Class was not the easiest, but I was happy to do the work since it was extremely interesting and thought-worthy. Don't take for the easy A, take bc you are in college... learn something

One of my favorite profs.

He gets distracted easily during lecture. In the end, it's all relevant. The essays are challenging and he is not an easy grader. Gives great feedback on essays. It's possible to not make a single A on the essays, but still make an A in the class. It's all about improvement and effort. I would take another of his classes.

Class is mostly discussion and not lecture. Read the materials prior to class and exams, make sure you ask questions! If he doesn't know you by first name you're doing something wrong and will most likely get a C. Spend time on the papers and don't be afraid to ask those questions. He's very understanding and great to talk to during office hours!

One of favorite professors so far! All you need to do is participate and answer his questions and you'll do pretty well. If he doesn't know your name you probably won't do too well. Sometimes he gets distracted and talks about random things but they all come back to the original discussion. Brilliant guy! I would definitely recommend his class.

Prof Pynn is one of my favorite professors thus far. He has an amazing ability to present information and thoroughly enjoys presenting this info to his students. This class was somewhat hard so be ready to pay attention and engage in class. One of the best classes I have ever taken without a doubt. I would highly suggest. Buy all txt books up front

Awesome professor! I will take him again. Not easy. You will be challenged to write well.

Love this professor. Not easy, but brilliant. He's approachable and fair. You will learn how to write well.

Love this professor. Tough grader. You will learn how to write. Approachable, fair, brilliant. A favorite among philosophy majors.

Go to class and talk. He's a cool guy but he's not easy. The topics are interesting and he knows what he is talking about.

Pynn is awesome. Show up prepared and ready to participate. He doesn't take roll but GO TO CLASS! It's fun. You can be wrong, just have an opinion. I've taken him twice and will take again. Papers are not difficult if you've read and participated. He's a good dude.

Professor Pynn's class has by far been my favorite so far at KSU! He's a truly fascinating guy and really appreciates students who are willing to put the effort in. You can expect a lot of reading, and he is not the type to spoon feed you the answers, but the experience is well worth the effort.

There's a lot of reading. Tests are based primarily on the reading. Put yourself out there in discussions because if he remembers/likes you, it'll definitely reflect in your grades. GO TO CLASS. It's a good idea in general, but he takes 5 points off your FINAL grade for each absence past your first 3. This is not an easy class, but it's worth it.

Great professor in my opinion. He likes people who care and put in an honest effort, which is valid. Go to class, don't use your phone, read, and ask a question if you have one. Would take another class with him for sure.

Class is thought-provoking; Pynn is passionate about what he teaches. Oddly attractive and fascinating to listen to. Would take again if I had room in my schedule.

Tom seemed difficult to like at first, but once you get to know him he's pretty cool! It's super important that you stay on top of your work though. There are only 4 tests, including the final, which count for 80% of your grade. There's also a few essays to do and you have to attend 5 events. If you put in the work for the class, you'll be okay.

Tom taught more in PAX than I had ever learned in another class. If you're looking for a good learning experience take this class! If you're not willing to work for the grade it will show.

Tom is a great guy. His class isn't easy, and you have to work for the grade. But if you give in and really embrace the class you'll learn A TON. He's a super interesting guy and may come off a little tough, but at the end of the class really shows his true colors. I'd suggest taking him if you actually want to learn, but don't expect an easy A.

Tom is a really nice person, though he may come off strong at first. If you want to do well in his class, you have to participate in discussions, but as long as you back up your answer with evidence, there is no wrong answer. Lots of reading but the tests directly cover what you learned. I learned a great deal and it was a very interesting class.