so this is philosophy

I think I have discovered at least one professor that humorous quotes shall emerge out of this semester. Professor Mitchell, teaching PHIL 330 Religions of the East, has already said several things which amused me.

In his words, this class is a "chance for you to sit back and ask, 'What does it all mean?'" instead of doing math or whatever. It is also a chance to not have much homework. One student queried bravely if the mentioned tests were the only assignments we had or if there was other homework.

"Other homework?" (He wore a confused expression as he searched his mind to remember what "homework" is.) "Umm, no. This is a philosophy class."

Another student asked when the tests were, as there were no dates on the syllabus.

Professor Mitchell answered, "We just sort of go along, and when we're ready, I give you the test."

I'm thinking I like this philosophical approach to learning. Sitting around discussing things (like poetry last semester) sounds like fun. I am way too structure-oriented to wish all my classes were like this, though. Here it is only the first day of classes and I already have a to-do list made out, sitting on the desk beside me.