Doug Kulper is truly a gem in the dept at UCSB. He cares so much about his students and is more than willing to help them succeed. Tests and quizzes are critical thinking based but if you really spend the time to read, you will succeed. NO TRICK QUESTIONS!!! Very down to earth Professor.

Professor Kulper is certainly a good instructor and he has the track record and real life experience to support his teaching. Hes also heavily involved with campus activities (UAS and the TAG program). Just dont get on his bad side & dont try to correct him. He occasionally gaslights his student, including alum that have long graduated.

Doug knows the material and is okay at explaining concepts. He enjoys making the course harder than it needs to be. You can study as much as you want and think that you will get a good grade on his exams, but beware... His exams are 99% trick questions. Also, you are forced to use a webcam in this class, otherwise you'll get dropped.

Pretty Good Professor. Just a lot of reading and quizzes. Good advice. The project at the end is a lot of work. Overall, would recommend

One of the best Professors in the Econ department. He doesnt want his students to just memorize how to solve problems, he wants them to understand WHY you have to do calculations one way versus another. Gives a lot of his own handouts that explain difficult material. Go to his office hours for help with the class. Great advice for internships too

doug is actually a great professor, but his class is not easy by any means. there are quizzes every class meeting and although some are easier than others, they are definitely not free points. his exams are also mostly free response. he really wants his students to master the material, and so you really need to work hard for a good grade