William Deangelis is a Philosophy professor at Northeastern University rated 4.6/5 by 45 students, with 3.2/5 difficulty and 100.0% who would take them again (TRACE + RateMyProfessors + Reddit, updated July 2026).
William Deangelis professor reviews and ratings: 4.6/5 from 45 student reviews at Northeastern (100.0% would take again). TRACE + RateMyProfessor + Reddit.
Professor DeAngelis's Modern Philosophy class is one of my favorite classes I've taken in my 3 years so far at Northeastern. I did not expect to enjoy it very much at all, but DeAngelis is so engaging and has a talent for making dense material very clear and digestible. His lectures are funny, engaging, and somehow made 18th century philosophy fun.PHIL2330 2018-12-12 19:41:41 +0000 UTC
I took Modern Phil with Prof. DeAngelis in Spring '17. He engages the entire class in intellectually stimulating discussions every single class. He always seriously considers students' ideas and arguments. He also provides very thoughtful feedback on papers! I think pretty much everyone in my class loved the course and the prof. Take his courses.PHIL3412 2017-05-18 18:19:58 +0000 UTC
I took his course in 1990 and he was great. I can see from the prior comments that he has not lost his touch. Great to hear. Take him if you can.PHIL101 2013-04-03 16:02:41 +0000 UTC
This course was more technical than I expected. Prof DeAngelis did an excellent job of clarification, which was often needed. His many handouts were clearer than the texts. DeAngelis is always prepared and always upbeat. A good guy. Almost everyone in this course had taken courses from him before. I'll take another from him again if I can.PHLMIND 2012-04-30 13:14:16 +0000 UTC
Very helpful, explained everything very well. I enjoyed everyone of his classes. He is not boring at all. Very well prepared and knows what he is talking about. Also seems very excited about teaching what he knows.MODERPHIL 2012-02-06 12:48:50 +0000 UTC
DeAngelis balances presentation with discussion well. He is totally prepared for every class. He welcomes questions (even e-mails) & responds well. His textual analysis can be brilliant. He has his own ideas but doesn't force them on you. He's not an easy A, but fair. It's fun to talk with him both in and out of class. All in all, a great teacher.PHL2330 2012-01-09 14:32:33 +0000 UTC
DeAngelis is a pro. Knows his stuff and knows how to present it. A sixty-something with more life than a thirty-something. Friendly, funny, interesting to talk to. Best philosophy prof I've had.PHL2230 2011-05-04 08:16:38 +0000 UTC
Took this section of Intro Philosophy not knowing what to expect. It was great. Prof DeAngelis was terrific at stimulating, useful classroom discussions and his essay assignments were creative. I will definitely take a class from him again. Starting this fall he'll be semi-retired, teaching only one class per term. Too bad, he's a great teacher.PHL1101 2010-04-29 17:56:28 +0000 UTC
Best course I've evr taken in philosphy. DeAngelis was great in every way. Can't say enoughPHL4902 2009-12-16 18:44:40 +0000 UTC
Besides being a GENIUS, he is a wonderful, lovable professor who is never afraid to take the class above and beyond what any other teacher would do. His insights into the texts are amazing and he has a way of showing the class his thought process, helping us understand his way of thinking. AND He DOES NOT force you to accept his interpretation!PHIL4902 2009-12-14 18:31:19 +0000 UTC
This was a very hard course. The teachers many useful handouts simplified things and helped the class through some of the worst. He was always very well prepared. His rapport with the class was about the best I have ever experienced. The class was fun despite being difficult. DeAngelis is top notch.PHLU545 2009-03-26 15:31:00 +0000 UTC
DeAngelis is the best. He manages to entertain as well as teach, but he isn't easy. His tests and his grading are fair. He is really helpful. Take logic from HIM!PHLU115 2008-12-18 16:58:12 +0000 UTC
DeAngelis's ratings stress his personality and clarity as positives. I agree. I am surprised that none of them mention that he is brilliant. Course readings from Voltaire, Tolstoy, Dostoevski, and Vonnegut. Hard! DeAngelis showed the philosophy in them through class activities and challenging assignments. Another plus: Many cute female students!PHLU460 2008-12-13 14:49:11 +0000 UTC
I took Modern Philosophy to meet a core requirement. The Philosophy Majors loved DeAngelis. I could see why. He really explained things well and was easy to deal with and fair-minded. I wish I liked the course more, but he did a gereat job getting me involved.PHL330 2008-06-03 14:22:04 +0000 UTC
Great professor; he really knows what he's talking about and his lectures give a very clear picture of the main points he wants to establish in the course. Readings are important, but make sure you listen in class and know what topics he emphasizes, because that's what he'll test you on. Also very friendly and interesting to talk with.PHLU330 2008-04-15 16:19:03 +0000 UTC
William Deangelis has an average rating of 4.6/5 from 45 student reviews. 100.0% of students said they would take them again.
William Deangelis's classes have a difficulty rating of 3.2/5 based on student reviews.
William Deangelis has taught PHIL3460, PHIL2330, PHIL4535 at Northeastern.
Data updated July 2026.