4.2

Christine Priano

Biology - Borough of Manhattan Community College

4.2
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
68%
Would Retake
88
Reviews
4.2
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
4.1
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

68%

Would Retake

88

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

She teaches very well

BIO210 - 5.0 rating

You need to read the book to get and A in the class

BIO426 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

67%

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Based on 53 reported grades
A: 20
B: 6
Rather not say: 6
A-: 5
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Respected (13)
Amazing lectures (12)
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Participation matters (11)
Inspirational (10)
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Reviews (88)
5.0
3.0
BIO210
Dec 21, 2009

A great asset for BMCC!! Professor Priano has a brilliant mind, well educated and knows every single topic....a walking encyclopedia!!!...Personally, I feel very lucky of having the honor of being her student because she open the door to me for the fascinating world of Biology. Judge yourself...Strongly recommended especially is your ultimate goa

5.0
2.0
BIO210
Jan 24, 2010

best bio prof. in BMCC...she quizzes like crazy. 4 tests she drops 1 (cool) her class is easy u just gotta read the textbook

5.0
2.0
BIO210
Apr 29, 2010

Very good professor. She gives a LOT of work, though, and sometimes you get the feeling that it's busy work just for the sake of busy work. But overall, you learn a lot in the class, and I'm glad I have her for bio.

5.0
3.0
BIO210
May 11, 2010

The BEST Bio Professor ever! she's brilliant.she does her best to assure that all the students understand concepts.gives a good amount of work but its all very helpful. the quizzes helped force me to study every week so i never had to cram for the exams. she summarizes all of the chapters in powerpoints and puts them on blackboard. shes the bomb!

5.0
2.0
BIO210
May 14, 2010

i think this is the greatest professor at BMCC. shes extremely clear extremely helpful. alot of work and alott of quizzes and studying.But you learn a wholeee lot and it actually sticks after the class. great class and great teacher. definitely taking bio 220 w/ her

4.0
3.0
BIO220
May 28, 2010

Wonderful professor. She really know her stuff. I didn't have to cram at the last minute because she make you work for her class. She give a lot of work and there are test every week. I sometime complain about all the work but it help and make you understand the material better.

5.0
2.0
BIO220
Jun 6, 2010

She's wonderful! Such a caring, nice professor. She makes you learn the material. She gives quizzes every week, but they are not hard. Prepare for the lab quizzes though :) I enjoyed the class a lot, I think prof. Priano is the best professor at BMCC

5.0
3.0
BIO210
Dec 5, 2010

Prof. Priano is amazing. I took her for BIO 210 and 220. I did not have the chance to take her for anatomy but I would have. She gives weekly quizes which helps you study and her tests are not hard if you take the time to study. She is very helpful. I really enjoyed her class.

5.0
5.0
BIO210
Dec 14, 2010

Good professor. Gives plenty homework and quizzes which force you to study often. Unlike many professors, she's better than the textbook. Her lectures are straightforward and clear, making complex topics easy to understand. She's also a good lab instructor, though very strict (especially about cleanliness.) I strongly recommend this professor.

5.0
3.0
BIO425
Feb 1, 2011

She is amazing, probably one of the best teachers I've ever had at BMCC. Super helpful and incredibly knowledgable in all aspects of the class. She is so nice and she truly cares for her students. Highly recommend her!!

5.0
3.0
BIO210
Feb 5, 2011

The best professor that I have ever had. She is very smart, patient, and clear. Her weekly quizzes help you learn and prepare you for final. She really inspired me.

5.0
4.0
BIO425
Mar 6, 2011

Dr. Priano is by far the best professor that I have ever had!! She truly has a gift for teaching and her clarity and attention to detail and to her students is second to none. I absorbed nearly 700 pages of the text with her help.

5.0
2.0
BIO210
Dec 18, 2011

I had to take this class once a week on a saturday from 9 AM TO 4 PM and mind you I am a freshman in college. This isn't an easy class but shes amazing. I learned a lot from her and she explains anything you don't understand. Best professor I had all semester!!! TAKE HER !!!

3.0
5.0
BIO220
Dec 21, 2011

Not an easy grader.She is very hard and very strict about the grade. And she have lots of works!! I agree that you will learned something in her class. But I don't think that she is amazing. She uses up all the time. There is only no work when it is last day.

5.0
4.0
BIO210
Dec 26, 2011

She is clear and concise, but do not expect an easy A. She gives out a LOT of homework, some of which will make you wonder its necessity. She does not give breaks (to which we are entitle, after all). Expect to study a lot as well!

5.0
3.0
BIO220
Jul 12, 2012

she's the best hands down

5.0
3.0
BIO220
Jul 13, 2012

Amazing professor hands down! Lots of work but not impossible.. def a must to have for biology!

5.0
3.0
BIO210
Dec 5, 2012

I took a saturday class 9-12 + 1-4 and i couldnt chose better. She is amazing. Clear and very helpful. If you do the reading, come to class and do the homework you will have a good grade. There is a lot of homework, but if you do it you dont have to study later, thats what i did and ending up with A. Hope she will teach 220 on Saturday too!!!

5.0
4.0
BIO426
Dec 29, 2012

I really really enjoyed this class. There's a lot of homework & a quiz a week, BUT A&P 1 & 2 are info intensive & keeping up with her quizzes kept me on the right reading &up to speed. She frequently does diagrams on the board. Memorize those and you will prob have an essay question for the test down. She is very engaging in class and knowledgable.

5.0
5.0
BIO220
Mar 22, 2013

Fantastic professor who is very clear about what she expects. Does keep you on your toes and wants you to do your part (reading, heavy studying etc.) so expect to do a lot of work and to pay attention to everything she says. She keeps it interesting and is always able to answer questions clearly and wisely. 100% recommend for nonlazy students.

5.0
2.0
BIO220
Jun 17, 2013

Best Bio Prof. I have had ... I will say this study study study but you will learn from her

4.0
3.0
BIO220SEC142
Grade: B+
Aug 24, 2013

She one of the best teachers at bmcc u just need to read alot and keep tracking materials b/c there are quizes everyday and homework like the mastering biology which i hated so much but if u want to learn go for her she is the best

5.0
3.0
BIO425
Sep 3, 2013

She is an absolute asset to the teaching community. Anybody taking her class is lucky to have her. Hands down, best professor I've ever had. She makes you work hard, but you will learn and remember her material!

4.0
4.0
210
Grade: A
Jan 19, 2014

Very good professor who lectures clearly and enthusiastically. The lab portion of the class was tedious and exhausting. A fair grader who clearly cares very much about her students and is passionate about her subject.

5.0
3.0
BIOIANDII
Grade: A-
Feb 12, 2014

Very good professor, one of the best in the school. Gives you a big workload, but it is in your best interests, especially if you are transferring. Read the chapters on your own and takes notes on them, pay attention to lectures, prepare for lab and do the home works and you shouldn't have a problem. Highly recommend.

5.0
1.0
BIO426SE03LB
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Jun 1, 2014

best professor ever. take her and you will never regret.

5.0
4.0
BIO220
Jul 20, 2014

AMAZING PROFESSOR!! TOOK FOR BOTH BIO 210 AND 220! WISH SHE TAUGHT EVERY CLASS AT BMCC! You must work hard read the material really study for exams and then you can do well!! Really made me LOVE biology and the sciences! Take her!!

5.0
4.0
220
Sep 27, 2014

Really amazing teacher. She cares about her students and gives you help if needed. you must put your part in this class Biology is not an easy subject but if you attend all her lectures it becomes easy.

5.0
4.0
201
Jan 8, 2015

She is the best. I had Bio 1 with her and am taking her for Bio 2. Lectures are clear, she tells you exactly what you have to do to get an A. And I got one. But you have to spend a lot of time studying. Quizzes and tests all the time. But totally worth it.

5.0
4.0
BIO426
May 30, 2015

This professor is amazing. I asked myself if she is not a doctor at a hospital or something. I took Bio 426 in summer 2014 and even though we did 14 chapters in that short time, I was able to learn a lot. How heart function in detail, how some diseases develop in our body and many more. She is just. I was hoping that she teach Bio 420....

3.0
3.0
SEC171
Jul 18, 2015

I took this class for 6 weeks for summer it was great, professor was very clear and explain everything in detail, learn a lot about the body systems. Listen carefully to all lectures take some notes most of it comes back on test. If you read the text, study and pay close attention in class and lab you will be fine. Thumbs up Professor Priano

5.0
3.0
BIO426
Grade: A+
May 28, 2016
Would take again

Professor Christine Priano is really professor from the God! She is very nice person! She helps a lot to the student to understand material! Her lectures are amazing! Everything is logical and clear! I love her!

5.0
4.0
BIO426
Grade: A
Jul 15, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Priano is the gold standard of professors. She is not only an expert, but she has incredible skill at engaging the students so they actually participate and LEARN. She's not interested in whether or not you can regurgitate facts, rather she takes the time to ensure knowledge of concepts. If you fail, you are responsible, not the instructor.

5.0
4.0
BIO426
Grade: A
Aug 29, 2016
Would take again

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Pr. Priano! Did I mention that I LOVE Pr. Priano? Do urself a favor and take her class! U will never regret! Took A&P2 over the summer with her! I've learned so much! U will really get the material down with her! Read the book as well! Will help lots!Do not miss classes & study & u will do fine! BEST PROFESSOR! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO426
Grade: A
Jan 10, 2017
Would take again

You need to read the book to get and A in the class. Don't just go through the slides. I read the book three times each chapter to really understand and memorize everything. If you do this the exams are easy. You do not get to leave early or get time off from lab. This is a very time consuming and very interesting class. study everyday from day one

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
BIO426
Grade: Not sure yet
May 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

she's very difficult! Gives a lot of extra work. do not take her because your gpa would go down.

Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO426
May 22, 2017
Would take again

Took her for A&P 2 and she really made me fall in love with science. she teaches you the material for real. If you are serious about your future, take her and be committed to her ways. You will not only pass; you will WIN

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
BIO425
Grade: B
Nov 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

For every chapter, You will have 2 online assignments, a quiz, a lab quiz and after 3 -4 chapters , you'll have a test on them all. LOTS OF HW. Won't let you take pictures or record anything. I think she's great but I'd wish she'd loosen up with her rules.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO210
Dec 13, 2017
Would take again

If you're planning on pursuing a bachelor's degree, Professor Priano's biology class is a great way to get a taste of what university feels like. Her classes are centered towards motivated students and if that's you, definitely take her class. You learn a lot from her class and she works really hard to explain concepts to you. 10/10 would recommend

Amazing lectures
Caring
Tests are tough
5.0
5.0
BIO425
Grade: B
Jan 2, 2018
Would take again

This isnt an easy class overall but she really knows how to teach it to get it in your brain. Shes very strict in lab about clothing and drinks but she doesnt kick you out she asks you to use paper to cover ankles or etc. I didnt do so well in the class but I was really trying my hardest and I think she cut me some slack. 5 tests and daily quiz

Gives good feedback
Tests are tough
Would take again
5.0
4.0
BIO210
Grade: A-
Jan 21, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Priano is a top-tier professor meaning her lecture quality is what one could expect from a senior college. She is not the type who will hold your hand like may do at a community college. She teaches very well. By taking her, you will learn, only if willing. Otherwise you will fail. This is a class for those who are SERIOUS about the subject.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIO426
Grade: A+
Mar 14, 2018
Would take again

THE BEST PROFESSOR FOR SCIENCE EVER. You want to really learn you're material and be a good professional in the future? Take Professor Priano. She is very engage with her job. 4 test during the semester and she will drop the lowest one. She is just amazing, she makes the lecture very clear and precise. However, each week a small quiz! LOVE HER!

Respected
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
BIO220
Mar 24, 2018
Would take again

Always willing to answer your questions during class, even if it's unrelated. She's hilarious without even trying so you won't be that bored! Her review sheets for the exams are actually related to the questions that she asks on it. They usually consist of 40 multiple choice, a few short answers, and a short essay. Take her if you want to learn!

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
4.0
BIO220
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 19, 2018
Would take again

She is a very nice and helpful professor. But not easy Bio220 is not an easy class. If you want to pass this class you have to read the text book and analyse the topics. Word quizzes ,lab test , lab final, 5 tests lowest will be dropped. 80% multiple choice 20 written research paper mandatory and hardest

Respected
Get ready to read
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
BIO220
May 15, 2018
Would take again

i had professor priano for bio 210 and 220. even though i fulfilled my writing intensive requirement, i didn't care cause i wanted to take her again! that's how amazing she is. granted, there's a lot of work but the semester flies by. she'll put a smiley face on your test if you get above a 90. even though she's tiny, she's tough. watch out!

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
4.0
4.0
BIO220
May 16, 2018
Would take again

Shes the best professor ever! I loooooved her class if you do your work you dont have to worry I recommend her. Helpful, drop the lowest exam grade. I took her twice for bio 210 and 220. I loooooooove her

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
BIO220
May 20, 2018
Would take again

She is really the only profesosr i have seen at BMCC who went to an ivy league school that doesnt mention it every single class.. also teaches very well. definitely learned alot from her

TEST HEAVY
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO220
Grade: A
Jun 13, 2018
Would take again

I love Dr. P so much! Took her for Bio 210 & 220. When the semester ended, I felt happy to be done but incredibly sad as she is someone I look up to and loved learning from. I am incredibly lucky to have had her as my professor. Incredibly smart and caring with a tough exterior. She is the real deal. She prepares & teaches you well for your future.

Respected
Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO426
Grade: A-
Jul 26, 2018
Would take again

she's very good and her quizzes are mostly multiple choice with one or two writing questions.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO220
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2018
Would take again

I took professor Priano for my Bio 220 class and learned a lot from her. She is a professor that engages you into a discussion by asking questions, why, what during the lecture time. She activates your mind to think, to become interested. We had every class Quiz and it was a great way of her to make sure we study her materials, keeping us on track.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO220
Grade: Rather not say
Jan 20, 2019
Would take again

Priano is a real gem at BMCC. She is though but B in her class is better than A in other. What you learn from her, you will never forget. I am at Hunter right now, but will take e-permit for my elective courses to be in her class I hope. Throughout her lectures she engages your mind to participate to be curios and ask the questions. Best of all!

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
BIO210
May 25, 2019
Wouldn't take again

too much material, not enough time do not take her its better to take someone easier and focus on GPA rather than material because in bmcc you start here to go anywhere

5.0
3.0
BIO426
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 17, 2019
Would take again

By far the best science professor at BMCC. There is a lot of material to cover, but her lectures make the science of it so relatable. She makes it a priority to ensure each student understands the concepts before leaving lab. She gives tons of extra credit. Only way to fail is by not trying! Loved her, wish she was teaching Bio 420 in the fall :-(

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
5.0
420
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

very nice lady but avoid at all cost. she gives way too much work for a second level biology class. also her bio 220 class is a intensive writing course and its really annoying especially when your taking other classes. there is a quiz every week and a test every other week. there are also lab practicals, text and presentation. DONT DO IT PLEASE.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
So many papers
2.0
5.0
BIO210
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 24, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She one of the overly serious teachers who can make simple things seem too complicated. She comes to the class well-prepared, but that doesn't mean she has to impose an abysmal course load on the students. She wants you to memorize the entire text book along with the lab manual and makes you spend money 3 times. 1. On text, 2. On Manual 3. Web

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
BIO220
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2019
Would take again

Dr. P is amazing! She teaches at a 4 yr level. I see reviews people complaining. YOU'RE IN COLLEGE! If you can't handle Dr. P, then once you leave a 2 yr, you're doomed! She is one of the best you will find for Bio. Want an easy course? Rethink your major. It only gets harder after her. She prepares you well! I got into a private school bc of her.

Respected
Inspirational
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO210W
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2019
Would take again

Textbook required with accompanying online assessment on chapters which really helps understand the chapters. Her lectures are amazingly well put and you could tell she understands the material. She gives you a weekly sheet for reminders on what you need to do and the words to study for the quiz. Really awesome 10/10, just read the chapters.

Get ready to read
Inspirational
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO210
Grade: A
May 15, 2020
Would take again

Professor Priano shows some serious tough love. She is rough and tough and reminds me of the old school new york mother i never had. Dont slack, she will not put up with it. Inspiring and influential, she will prepare you for your future. Study study study. Draw pictures!!

Get ready to read
Inspirational
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
BIO426
Grade: A
May 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Gives 9 short (8 question) quizzes , 5 lecture exams, 6 lab quizzes (finals accumulative). Drops 1 lecture exam, 1 lab quiz and 2 short quizzes. Feels like an 8 credit class! Unecessary puts pressure on students with so many quizzes & by giving 1 minute per question on exams (currently class is online due to health crisis). Would not take again.

Accessible outside class
Get ready to read
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO220
Grade: A
May 24, 2020
Would take again

Her lectures are interesting and clear, and her labs are fun! But her class is also very difficult. Lots of quizzes and tests that you have to think hard for the answers. You have to study both the slides and textbooks. It is not an easy course, but she really puts you to learn and makes you love biology. She is an outstanding professor.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO426
Grade: A
Jul 11, 2020
Would take again

I was going to drop this class after the first quiz, not straight questions, have to think hard. It is an impossible task to finish all within 7 weeks! But I did it, an A! I have a full-time job, no time to read textbook, so what I did is to understand the concepts on the slides, do the lab book, and participate in class. She is the best one!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
BIO220
Grade: B
Aug 14, 2020
Would take again

I am very glad to be a part of Prof. Priano's class but it was unfortunate that the class and lab were cut short due to covid. She is a very passionate and strict professor that gives out very detailed and organized handouts/notes from the beginning of class. She is one of those prof. that will show you how a 4 year college is like. Study hard!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
1.0
1.0
BIO426
Grade: C+
Dec 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is the worst professor ever.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
4.0
BIO425
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2020
Would take again

Professor Priano is amazing! Get ready to read, make notes, drawings (it helps a lot), and take quizzes. Even though the quizzes are weekly, it helps a lot for the tests. Participation matters, and she also will create something for extra credit. This is college, so she gets you ready for it. Being lazy is not an option. She is an amazing professor

Gives good feedback
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO210
Grade: B+
Jan 25, 2021
Would take again

she's really nice teacher.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
4.0
BIO123
Grade: A
Feb 2, 2021
Would take again

Finishing up my BS in Biology at a jesuit university in the west coast. Why am I writing on Dr. P in the east coast? She made me fall in love with bio. She is the best professor I have ever had. Started out at BMCC and now at an amazing school. She belongs at a private college that charges $$$$ not at BMCC. Be thankful you have her. She is missed!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO426
Grade: A
Feb 21, 2021
Would take again

She is not simply an educator but she creates the future instead!!! Whoever is blessed to have her will find out at some point in their lives how fortunate have been. She is Amazing!!

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO426
May 24, 2021
Would take again

I have taken quite a few courses during COVID, with a few really bad professor experiences. Prof Priano was the exception, a gem of my COVID experience. She really made the online classroom feel just like it would in person. Show up to class, study her slides, do the homework assignments, and you shouldn't have a problem! Incredibly fair tests.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO426
Grade: B
Jun 1, 2021
Would take again

Excellent and passionate professor! She very much values class participation, so make sure you show up to every class and participate. In my opinion, the tests were extremely challenging, perhaps to thwart possible cheating students might attempt in an online course setting. Know the overall concepts and do not just bother memorizing definitions.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
BIO426
Grade: A
Jul 16, 2021
Would take again

Professor Priano is one of the best professors I have ever had. I wish I had taken her for BIO 425 as well. Her lectures are so engaging and interesting that the time flew by! Almost all of her exam comes straight from her lectures- so be sure to take notes on everything! I did a summer course and I learned so much- loved it!

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
BIO425
Grade: B
Feb 8, 2023
Would take again

Her lecture gives important points for the exam. If you give attention in class you can do it very well. And I did good in BIO 425 and expecting do good in BIO 426 as well. Best Professor.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
2.0
5.0
BIO425
Grade: B+
Aug 25, 2024

Fairly overrated. Too many class materials we had to buy and very difficult exams I'm surprised I passed. Tons of assignments and work, it felt like this was supposed to be the only class we were supposed to be taking at times with the difficult course load. Be prepared to invest most of your time for this class alone if you're working.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO425
Grade: B-
Aug 28, 2024

she seemed nice at first but gave A TON of work. very difficult to get an A with those really hard exams. I know A & P is hard itself but it honestly didn't get better. it felt like just regurgitating at times. Would've tried finding someone else or taken it a later semester

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
BIO425
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 21, 2024
Would take again

Great Professor, gives amazing lecture and is extremely honest about your grades and goals. You need to dedicate at least 2-3 hours a week to do well. This course is not easy and i wish i dedicated more time to this course bc i know i could've done better. Overall very insightful and knowledgeable professor but you need to put in work!!

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO425
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 7, 2025

I would not recommend this professor. While she is kind, she isn't very accommodating. She assigns a lot of homework that counts for little towards you overall grade, which feels unfair. The course requires heavy memorization with weekly tests, adding stress. Her teaching style made the class overly challenging, and I wouldn't take her again.

Tough grader
Beware of pop quizzes
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO425
Grade: Rather not say
Mar 21, 2025

where do i begin. this course within itself is very diffiicult, she dont make it any easier on students. she is very good lecturer, but very stringent. does not curve, but provides extra credit. if you take ap1 with her, make sure you are a good student who has good study habits because her exams are very detailed.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO425
Grade: A
Apr 10, 2025
Would take again

Take her class, I do not understand the negative reviews. She provides a study guide before exams and explains the lecture material very well. Her exams are not easy, but if you read the chapter and understand the bullet points from the study sheet, you can do amazingly well in this class. She gives extra credit in the form of small pop quizzes.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO425
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 10, 2025
Would take again

Professor Priano is terrific. She really cares about students and wants them to succeed. I learned so much from her class and I wish more professors were like her.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO425
Grade: A
Apr 11, 2025
Would take again

I'm now in a nursing program thanks to Professor Priano. She expects you to show up and take the course seriously. If you want to be a health care professional, take her class. She is very knowledgeable, works hard to make sure that you understand the material, and treats people with respect. I'm glad that I was lucky enough to be in her class.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
BIO425
Grade: A
Apr 14, 2025
Would take again

This professor is awesome. She gives clear guidance about what it takes to succeed, she drops one test and quiz during the semester, and she works really hard at making sure that you understand the material. If you put in the effort, you will learn a lot.

Inspirational
Caring
Respected
1.0
5.0
BIO426
Grade: Rather not say
May 24, 2025

She is hard. Avoid if you are taking class for prereq if you want to maintain a good GPA.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
BIO426
Grade: A
May 29, 2025
Would take again

I'm here to defend her against bad reviews. I took BIO425 and BIO426, and as english is my 2nd language, I still found her excellent. Her tests are detailed and require effort, but if you're serious and pay attention enough, you'll get an A, not an easy A, but a well-deserved one with real knowledge.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO425
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 25, 2025

This prof was a nightmare. I don't understand all the good reviews, it's like she wrote them herself to mislead students. Degraded students at times and acts like as if everyone is beneath her just because she's older. Treats students like they're 5 yo but expects them to dedicate all their time and effort pleasing her. TAKE AT YOUR OWN DISCRETION.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
BIO425
Grade: A-
Oct 26, 2025

She is not a bad professor but her way of teaching students is different, she would skip half of the information on topics to move on further with next.Unnecessary tough questions on tests which is an extra work for students who work and cannot afford additional time to study the textbook.Take her if you have less than 3 subjects in the semester

1.0
4.0
BIO425
Grade: A-
Dec 17, 2025

Avoid! I don't understand why students take her when she clearly only focuses on certain students and treat others like ghost.Lots of homework ,materials but none of her tests contain questions related to it.Very tricky questions as if we have all day long to just solve her assignment/quiz questions.She does help when approached like 10 times.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO425
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2025

Not as good as the reviews said

1.0
5.0
420
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2025

Worked really hard.Not worth it

1.0
5.0
BIO425
Grade: C
Dec 26, 2025

Honestly every review is true. I tried to give her the benefit of doubt, she is not a bad professor however she does only focus on a small group of students & it is those who completely understand the material rather than who are struggling. Her exams are HARD. I do not recommend unless you have only one other class in the semester.

Tough grader
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

67%

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