Matthew Dickinson

Professor Matthew Dickinson is by far one of the best professors here at Middlebury. Yes, the course has a ton of readings, but he assigns them because he truly cares about the subject and believes his students have the ability to understand all the material. Its an extremely effective class that has helped me improve in my writing and comprehension. He has fueled a passion in me for American politics. Super funny and always a fun class to be in. Additionally, you cannot tell what his political opinion is, and he pushes his students to consider all perspectives. Overall, I would 100% take a class with him again, and I recommend anyone interested in American politics take a class with him as well.

Professor Matthew Dickinson is by far one of the best professors here at Middlebury. Yes, the course has a ton of readings, but he assigns them because he truly cares about the subject and believes his students have the ability to understand all the material. Its an extremely effective class that has helped me improve in my writing a …Read more

My experience in the American Politics class with Professor Matt Dickinson was overwhelmingly positive. He is one of the best professors I’ve ever had, and the first who truly managed to teach complex political concepts without imposing personal biases. His approach to the subject was balanced, respectful, and deeply informative. Professor Dickinson made a genuine effort to expose students to a wide range of political perspectives, encouraging open discussion and critical thinking rather than pushing any particular agenda. The lectures were well-structured and grounded in both theory and current events, which made the material engaging and relevant. While some lectures occasionally felt a bit repetitive, this often reinforced key concepts and helped solidify understanding. What stood out most was his ability to foster a classroom environment where every student felt comfortable expressing their opinions, regardless of political affiliation. Overall, this class was an excellent experience and one that significantly deepened my understanding of American politics. I would highly recommend it to prospective students who value fairness, open-minded discussion, and thoughtful analysis. Even if you’re not a political science major, you’ll walk away from this course with valuable insights about how the American political system works and why it matters.

My experience in the American Politics class with Professor Matt Dickinson was overwhelmingly positive. He is one of the best professors I’ve ever had, and the first who truly managed to teach complex political concepts without imposing personal biases. His approach to the subject was balanced, respectful, and deeply informative. Pro …Read more

Dickinson is a very enthusiastic instructor and clearly cares about the material. The reading is a lot and you are expected to understand it completely. But it is very valuable and you will learn a lot about American Politics. Highly recommend to everyone.