3.4

Cory Hanley

Biology - Boise State University

3.4
Quality
4.0
Difficulty
72%
Would Retake
94
Reviews
3.4
Quality
4.0
Difficulty
3.3
Helpful
3.4
Clarity

72%

Would Retake

94

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What Students Say

Avoid this professor at ALL costs

BIO228 - 1.0 rating

Took this class on line and she NEVER responds to emails

BIO227 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

15%

Textbook Required

0%

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Caring (10)
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Reviews (94)
1.0
5.0
BIO228
Apr 22, 2015

Professor vanished half way through the semester. She completely stopped replying to emails. She would assign assignments and not post them. Her tests are ridiculously hard. Avoid this professor at ALL costs.

1.0
5.0
BIOL227
Aug 26, 2015

Cory hasn't returned any emails and I emailed her twice. The schedule is hard to tell what is due and what is just for reading. She only put half of the assignment that were due this week up at the first of the week and just put the other half up today, Wed. after I emailed her. She opens the class at noon on the first day of school.

2.0
3.0
BIO227
Grade: A-
Oct 21, 2015

This is a TOUGH class; however, if you go to her lectures she offers questions that are directly on the test. If you do the learnsmart reading homework (its super easy) you will get a pretty good understanding. There aren't any trick questions on exams so as long as you read and understand the content you will do well!

1.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: C
Nov 18, 2015

I did not find her to be helpful in anyway whatsoever. She often did not reply to emails and when asked how to achieve a better grade while using all of the study materials I am aware of I was told to read the book and teach myself.

1.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: C
Jan 1, 2016

Took this class on line and she NEVER responds to emails. She often times posted assignments only a few days before they were due. Due dates and expectations are unclear.

2.0
5.0
BIO228
Feb 16, 2016

Avoid Avoid Avoid. She is very hard to get a hold of. Her tests are brutal and lectures are terrible to sit through.

3.0
3.0
BIO227
Grade: A
May 7, 2016

This is a really hard class, but it wasn't terrible. As long as you put in the time, study really hard before tests, and don't procrastinate you will be fine. I attended a lot of the tutor sessions held by the LA and those were extremely helpful. Go to them if you can- they definitely saved my grade.

3.0
4.0
BIO227
Oct 25, 2016
Would take again

This class is really hard but it's going to be hard no matter who you take it with. Cory makes it bearable by giving helpful study guides and will give extra credit. She goes really fast in lecture so be ready to write. She is really nice though and genuinely cares about helping you get to where you want to be.

GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: A-
Nov 16, 2016
Would take again

I had Corey a few years ago for Lab, and she was absolutely fantastic; having said that, she expects her students to put in the effort and does NOT hand out obligatory 4.0 grades to get students into programs. You put forth the effort and act like you care about actually learning something and she will respond in kind. Oh, and she's cute, too!

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
2.0
3.0
BIO227
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Cory is nice enough but her lecture style really does not fit well with me. She covers the material VERY quickly, not missing a beat between slides. I had a difficult time trying to process the material and eventually stopped showing up for lecture and taught myself out of the book. Her tests are decently easy though.

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: A-
Apr 8, 2017
Would take again

There's a lot of reading, but I ended up finding that simply going off of her power points was most helpful. She goes really fast in lecture, so prepare to get frustrated, but she is a solid prof, and her labs are awesome! She expects you to do the work, and earn your grade.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Lectures are extremely dense, she talks fast and you may just want to print the powerpoint bc you'll end up taking 6 pages of notes. Tests are ridiculously hard and the breakdown questions do not actually follow the test. You can tell she really enjoys talking about the subjects though.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO227
Grade: A+
Jul 5, 2017
Would take again

Cory Hanley is a very easy BIO 227 instructor if you know how to study. I went to a total of 2 lectures, and got an A on every exam. Most of the reviews on this website are freshman who were not prepared to study hard. An A on the exams is easy if you read the chapters, do the end of the chapter questions, quiz yourself, and read her powerpoints.

Clear grading criteria
3.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: C+
Jul 15, 2017
Would take again

She is very nice and really helpful but she talks very fast and her lectures are hard to follow. If you zone out for a few seconds and come back in, you're lost for the entire lecture. Will work with you if you need help but her tests are hard and her homework are easy A's. Overall I liked her, just had a hard time with her tests, and speech speed.

Gives good feedback
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BIO227
Jul 30, 2017
Would take again

I enjoyed Cory Hanley's class. She does talk very quickly, but if you pay attention it can be an interesting class. Studying is a must! Not an easy class, but if you pay attention when she teaches and keep up with all of your work you can pass with a good grade. Read the chapters assigned.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
BIO227
Nov 16, 2017
Would take again

Cory is so nice. She often seems flustered when class starts but then she quickly gains her footing. Be prepared though because Cory talks super fast and that's not great for an Anatomy and Physiology class. However, Cory is always willing to explain things afterwards. Not super personable but it definitely could be worse

TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
BIO227
Grade: A
Jan 30, 2018
Would take again

Cory is a great professor. She lectures extremely fast with a lot of info so it's smart to print out her powerpoints, makes it easier to follow along. Although there's a lot covered in class and it's easy to get lost, as long as you utilize the LA sessions and study the content the tests are easy. Attendance isn't mandatory but you get test Q's.

Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
BIO228
Jul 27, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Cory doesnt answer her texts (which she said is her preferred method of contact). Other than the occasional blackboard announcement this professsor is MIA. Shes the final straw as to why Im leaving Boise State. Most of the time it feels like you dont even have a teacher.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
4.0
BIOL227
Grade: B
Oct 19, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Taking Anat. and Phys. online is already a tough prospect. Cory does not make it any easier. I had to teach myself even more as the "lecture slides" that she provided were of no use. Makes me wonder why I would even pay full price for a class where it is fully independent study. Pro tip: don't take A&P online from BSU.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 9, 2018
Would take again

She's a very knowledgeable teacher, and she will gladly answer any questions you have about the subject. However, I can't write fast enough to keep up with her lecturing PowerPoints before she's onto the next slide. Don't take this class if you're taking other difficult classes. This class will take all your study time as it did mine.

Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
5.0
BIO227
Jan 4, 2019
Would take again

She does tests straight out of the book so if you read and mark up the chapters for the test youll be fine. Go to the lectures because she gives out potential test questions and answers word for word each day.

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EXTRA CREDIT
TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
BIOL228
Mar 25, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I've had to take both of her Biology and Anatomy courses. Do not take her online courses. Absolute garbage communication.

Get ready to read
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO228
Grade: A-
Mar 31, 2019
Would take again

I took her in 227, and struggled a lot, but 228 has been much easier mainly because you're learning each system of the body and how it works. She still talks fast, so I reverted to taking notes on Word. Class is not mandatory, but it's smart to go and listen. Lecture ppts can be accessed via BB, and she gave one ex credit assignment over break.

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I took BIOL227 from her and it's one of the hardest classes I've ever taken. The lecture itself isn't bad, but the lab is borderline impossible to pass. Hope you're good at memorization!

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: A
May 9, 2019
Would take again

This class is definitely hard, but thats more of the material than the teacher. Its very lecture heavy, but all of the test is over the powerpoints. If you study the slides and really know the material on them youll get an A on the tests. The material is straightforward, as are the tests. Homeworks are easy, a nice boost to your grade.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: B+
May 10, 2019
Wouldn't take again

She is nice so I feel bad about the way that I rated her. However, she states the best way to reach her is by text, no answer. If you read the slides that she has available for you, you do not need to come to lecture. I came to lecture a couple of times but all she did was read off of the slides. That I can do at home in the comfort of my own bed.

5.0
4.0
BIO227
May 11, 2019
Would take again

This class got really bad reviews for being so hard, but Im not sure why. She has very clear grading criteria, gives her phone number to students in case we need her outside of class, and gives us broken down study guides of exactly whats on the test. Plus, theres lots of extra work to hold your grade up in case you dont do well on tests.

Caring
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
BIO228
May 13, 2019
Would take again

Impossible to get ahold of outside of class. Very nice but if you try and contact her through email or text, you will never get a response. I would take her as opposed to Koob because Hanleys tests are way easier.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 3, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Poor excuse for a Professor. Doesnt respond to emails or text messages.

5.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 7, 2019
Would take again

Cory is a great prof. Previous reviews say that her class is hard, thats because the subject is hard. She packs a lot of info into her lectures like any other a&p prof has to but she explains things very well & only tests you on stuff she went over in lecture. No trick questions. She wants you to succeed. I will be taking her again for future class

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIOL227
Nov 12, 2019
Would take again

Attendance isn't really mandatory, but it makes a huge difference if you show up to lecture versus skipping. Hanley's lectures follow the textbooks really closely, so going into lecture is very helpful. She is very nice and always makes time at the end of class for people who have questions or missed something in lecture.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: A
Feb 15, 2020
Would take again

Cory is a great instructor. Go to class, take notes and you will do well. She is incredibly smart and feedback during lectures is always mind-blowing because she can take it to the next level. She is straight forward in her lectures as well as her tests. Study hard and you will do well.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO228
Apr 28, 2020
Would take again

Such an amazing professor! This class is definitely difficult, however Cory is so knowledgable about the content so she makes the experience much less daunting. The exams are hard, but if you show up to class, pay attention to the lectures and take notes, you will succeed! Also highly recommend going to the LA sessions. I would take from her again!

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: A+
Jul 8, 2020
Would take again

Took BIOL227 and BIOL228 online with her, and she is completely checked out and unreachable after the first week of the semester. She doesn't respond to emails at all, and rarely responds to texts. That being said, if you work hard, read the book and her PPTs, you shouldn't have any issues.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 19, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Professor Hanley seems very nice, but as a professor she is completely checked out. She's very frustrating because there is absolutely no way to get ahold of her. I emailed her three times, and texted her over a period of 2.5 weeks and she never returned any of my messages. She offers little resources, and didn't tell us about our LA until halfway.

2.0
4.0
BIO228
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Do not take a class from this professor if you ever want to get responses to emails. Since the class was online, I was only able to contact her by email, and she never responded to a single email I sent the whole semester. She gives pretty good lectures though, and explains the material well.

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
BIOL227
Grade: A+
Nov 14, 2020
Would take again

Hanley WILL NOT respond to your emails/texts/messages on zoom. However, she does lay out what will be on tests pretty well and offers lots of study guides and practice quizzes. The class itself is hard, but if you take the time to study everything Hanley gives you, an A on every test is achievable.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: A-
Nov 14, 2020
Would take again

Probably the best bio 227 teacher you will get at Boise state however I feel like I have taught myself everything just because she does have a lot of family issues pop up (Maybe just because of the whole pandemic happening) but her zooms are not consistent and dont cover all material on test so reading the textbook will get you the grades!

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
BIO228
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Id rather try to walk through lava than take her class. I tried to email her multiple times to meet, nothing. I watched all of her 3 hour recorded lectures, took notes, red the book, went to LA sessions and couldn't earn a passing grade. Her test are IMPOSSIBLE. Look through the powerpoint & write it all down then hope for the best. DONT DO IT

Lecture heavy
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2021
Would take again

I took this course over zoom and it was very challenging. I think she genuinely wants her students to succeed and wants to teach us to the best of her ability, she just fell short this semester because of missing lectures and stuff due to family emergencies and other things that inhibited her from teaching all the material. I feel prepared for 228.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
BIO228
Grade: A-
Jan 6, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Even though this class is lecture heavy, they aren't mandatory. But she was also one of the worst professors I've ever had. She was constantly canceling and rescheduling lectures. She also kept moving exams dates, and never answered any of my emails. Her tests were proctored, and it was extremely frustrating because lectures kept getting canceled.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
4.0
BIO228
Grade: A+
Mar 22, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Hanley is impossible to get ahold of and her SG's do not closely resemble tests. It takes about 2 wks of INTENSE studying to ace her exams, and even then its sometimes not possible. She does drop 1 exam score at the end. There are only a few graded assignments, class is mostly exam-focused. Reading textbook + quilzets only chance of survival

Get ready to read
Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
BIO228
Grade: B
May 12, 2021
Would take again

I mean anat & phys is hard as it is and Cory did her best teaching the material. Exams are hard but that wasn't a surprise. Cory is really caring about her students even if it may take some time to respond. Go to the LA sessions they are extra credit. She offers other extra credit too. Study in advance for the exams and you'll pass.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO227
May 12, 2021
Would take again

Im very glad I had Cory Hanley as a professor. I was very scared from hearing horror stories about other professors in 227, and I was very lucky to have professor who is so understanding and caring. She extended the test due dates through the weekend, drops your lowest test score, and all work (besides tests and critical learning) was due may 7!

Test heavy
Group projects
Caring
5.0
5.0
BIO228
Grade: A+
Jun 3, 2021
Would take again

A&P requires dedication. The sheer amount of content covered requires hours of studying, reading, and practicing. Hanley provided more than enough resources to succeed, super helpful. She made accommodations and offered extra credit. Everything is provided, it is up to you. Best advice, don't fall behind. Your grade reflects your effort. Good Luck

Accessible outside class
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIOL227
Grade: B+
Jul 29, 2021
Would take again

This was definitely a hard class, but Professor Hanley was so understanding. She gave us extended time to take the tests, and even offered extra credit. Would definitely take another class from her in the future.

5.0
4.0
BIO228
Grade: A
Jul 30, 2021
Would take again

By far the best professor I have ever had. She makes A&P so much easier to comprehend, and is super easy to reach out to. Even in a family emergency she had her students in mind and gave us an extension for all exams. Truly couldn't recommend her enough. Watch the lecture videos and you are golden!!

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO228
Grade: A+
Aug 9, 2021
Would take again

Cory Hanley is a great person and this course was lecture-heavy. You didn't have to log into Zoom each class and could watch pre-recorded lectures which offered flexibility but this class has a lot of difficult content that you have to spend significant time learning. Hanley is very understanding and extended exam dates for a personal emergencies.

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Test heavy
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
BIO228
Grade: A
Aug 26, 2021
Would take again

I have had Professor Hanley for 227 and 228. She is a great instructor who cares very much about helping her students. I took 228 online in 7 weeks, and though there were no live lectures, she had all of her lectures recorded from prior classes. Watch the lectures (I used 1.5x speed for time), read the book, and do the homework and you'll do fine.

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Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
1.0
3.0
BIOL227
Grade: D
Nov 26, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Absolutely the worst professor I've encountered. She takes 6+ days to respond to emails, she cancels class or makes it remote without notifying us and cancels class when we need it the most. She uses YouTube videos as materials for success. So glad I paid thousands of dollars to watch a video I could've googled for free.

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4.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: B+
Mar 10, 2022
Would take again

Prof. Hanley was a great lecturer. Personally I needed to attend lectures in person to stay motivated, but they were available online as pre-recorded videos. Stay on top of McGraw Hill and do the readings. You'll do just fine.

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Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
5.0
BIOL227
Apr 14, 2022
Would take again

Cory is genuinely interested in a&p and that shows in her lectures. Its a hard class but if you put in the work and go to LA sessions youll get a good grade. Cory is understanding and will extend deadlines or reopen assignments. She cancels class sometimes but always posts recordings of what she wouldve lectured on.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: B
Apr 18, 2022

DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. PLEASE. This is the worst class you could take. Horrible teaching and ridiculous expectations. Proctored exam every week. If you don't have 15 hours a week to dedicate to this class, you will not pass tests. It is ridiculously hard. I hate myself. Destroyed my confidence and motivation. I may drop out because of this class.

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Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: B+
Apr 26, 2022

This professor was absent for about 80% of the semester. She either canceled class or held zoom meetings after giving excuses. When class was held, she would just read off a PowerPoint that we all had access to so it wasn't even worth it to show up. The majority of learning you will do is the hours of mandatory homework and reading PowerPoints.

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Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIOL227
Grade: A+
May 20, 2022
Would take again

All homework is due end of semester so that's neat. Professor can be hard to reach but is very knowledgeable. Lenient grader and good amount of extra credit. A&P is one of the most retaken classes because you need to study a lot. Memorize almost every bone, every muscle, and all the major nerves. People don't get that on the first try.

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EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
4.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: B-
Nov 12, 2022
Would take again

This class is extremely difficult no matter what teacher you take. Corey really helped me succeed in this class because she made her own slideshows instead of using the textbooks. In class she tells you what is on the test and has study guides for each chapter. Overall I could take her again in 228.

5.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: B-
Dec 14, 2022
Would take again

She is a great lecturer and often will go more in depth than necessary, but she does it to give a good foundation and solid understanding of the concept. She is awesome to talk to and more than willing to answer questions.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2022
Would take again

If you have to take 227, pick Hanley, she is best for this class. She extends ALL due dates. Exams are hard but if you study based off the review and attend LA sessions you should do good. I succeeded bc of recorded lectures rather than going in person. Wish she'd offer extra credit though. Lots of students at grades right on the edge of Bs or As

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2022
Would take again

Hanley is the best professor for A&P. The class is tough for everyone but Hanley is the most forgiving. All assignments are due at the end of the semester and the proctored exams are simple. I didn't go to class, I would read the chapter while making a quizlet then do the Smartbook and quiz for the week. Don't forget the critical thinkings.

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Respected
3.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: A+
Dec 26, 2022
Would take again

While Cory is not a super amazing professor, she is the best option available so definitely take her if you can. The class is extremely difficult but Cory provides great lecture slides and test reviews. Homework is due at the end of semester. If you have a job do not take this class, you have to sacrifice so many hours every day to do well.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: C
Jan 11, 2023
Would take again

Presented lectures, all were recorded. Would extend exam due dates after you had taken them. All homework is due at the end of the semester other than that follows the curriculum boise state designed. No extra credit, takes a long time to respond. Anatomy overall is hard and requires time. Exams are multiple choice and proctored from home.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: A
Mar 17, 2023
Would take again

This class is perceived to be hard to pass but it actually isn't. If you study and go to open lab and the LA sessions each week and study outside of school you'll be good. Most people that take this class don't realize how much time you have to put into it. If you have a job while taking this class I suggest you quit. She's the best teacher for 227

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO227
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 4, 2023
Would take again

As long as you stay on top of the work & study plenty, you should be fine. Definitely attend the LA study sessions as much as you can, they help out a lot. The lectures can be quite lengthy, but they aren't mandatory. Also, make sure you finish the work as you cover the modules since it's really easy to get behind.

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Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
BIO227
Grade: B+
Apr 17, 2023
Would take again

Class subject is just tough on it's own. Cory herself is a decent professor who gives your what you need. The exams just take everyone out. It's hard to prepare and exams leave you feeling like you never knew what to study, I recommend getting on quizlets! But it's not Hanley's fault the class content is rough.

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Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
5.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2023
Would take again

This class is very difficult so if you want to pass, I suggest going to all the la sessions and even get a one-on-one tutor. Cory is a good teacher, but the exams take people out since they carry all the weight and homework carries little to no weight. You need at least 20 hours a week for studying if you want to pass since there is so much info.

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Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIOL227
Grade: D+
May 4, 2023

This class is insane. I knew taking anatomy would be hard but the fact that I signed up for in person classes but yet she always cancelled. We had more zoom then in person classes. There is nothing but textbook work and test.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
5.0
BIOL227
Grade: B
May 4, 2023
Would take again

despite this class being so hard, I think Cory helped me get the grade I got. she had good lectures and i actually learned a lot from. she also provides study guides and lots of materials to help you in this class. going to LA sessions and doing your own studying is KEY to succeeding in this class.

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Test heavy
3.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: B
May 11, 2023

This class was able to be taken in two different ways. One 3-hour long lecture or two 1.5-hour long lectures. If you took the 3-hour long lecture, she canceled class or moved it to Zoom more often than we actually had class, even though it was an in-person class. I only started to do well when I started teaching the topics to myself.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIOL227
Grade: B+
Nov 16, 2023
Would take again

Most people who came to review Cory struggled with Anatomy and Physiology. News Flash: ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY IS A HARD CLASS AND IT IS NOT THE TEACHER'S FAULT! Professor Hanley gives you all the materials, resources, and time needed to succeed. It is up to you to use those materials. She is honestly a fantastic lecture teacher.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
BIOL227
Grade: A
Nov 27, 2023
Would take again

GET A 1 ON 1 TUTOR! This is a tough class, but there are a lot of resources out there like 1 on 1 tutoring. My tutor was an LA for the class, and he was really helpful, because he made a weekly schedule for me and focused on things that I would likely see on the tests.

Lots of homework
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
5.0
BIOL227
Grade: C
Dec 21, 2023
Would take again

Cory Hanley is by far the best professor for this class. This course is very difficult but Cory wants her students to understand the material! Her video lectures were the most helpful and the LA sessions were good too!

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
3.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: C
Feb 8, 2024
Would take again

I absolutely hated bio 227, but I would've hated it more had I not taken it with Hanley. The bio department at boise state is terrible, but Hanley is your best bet with this class. She was very accommodating. I skipped lecture a lot because I don't learn from people simply repeating informatiom. However, I definitely recommend her over Anyone else.

Respected
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
3.0
BIOL227
Grade: B-
Mar 8, 2024
Would take again

I retook this class and taking it with Hanley made it so much more bearable. She will practically tell you whats not on the test during lecture and is willing to extend exams. She is entertaining even during boring topics and is a very good professor.

Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO227
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2024
Would take again

THIS CLASS IS SO HARD. Although,Cory is a great professor that truly wants students to succeed. She offers so many great resources to help pass this class and its up to you to put in the WORK to pass. I recommend going to LA sessions and possibly getting a personal tutor to further help understand difficult concepts.

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Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIOL227
Grade: A-
May 6, 2024
Would take again

Biol 227 is hard no matter who you take it with, however, Hanely made it easy. I took both lecture and lab online, and I'm taking 228 online as well. The labs were easy. I would spend the day doing her exam reviews right before taking the exam, and it helped me a lot. Lab and lecture exams were proctored by proctorio.

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Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
BIO227
Grade: B+
May 15, 2024
Would take again

I have heard this is a very hard class to pass, but that wasnt my experience. She sets the course up to make it as easy as possible. You get alot of automatic 100% for just doing the assignment. There are 5 lecture exams and those are hard but you just have to study. The lab portion is a whole other class that was honestly more time consuming.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIOL227
Grade: A+
May 21, 2024
Would take again

Professor Hanley sincerely wants her students to be successful in a difficult class. Students have to put in the work to understand the concepts but as a professor she provides a lot of resources and good lectures to help you get through it.

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Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIOL227
Grade: A
Aug 19, 2024
Would take again

Cory is a great professor. This course can be easy if you take the time to study for it. She gives you all the information you will need to be successful in this course. ATTEND LA SESSIONS EVERY WEEK!!

Caring
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIOL228
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2024
Would take again

I took her for Biol 227 & 228 online. The subject is hard no matter who you take it with, but she breaks it down for you. She changed all due dates, including exams, to finals week, which was nice. She gave 10 extra credit points, which helped a lot. All exams are proctored and fairly graded.

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Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIOL227
Grade: B
Nov 24, 2024
Would take again

Remember when signing up for this class, it is going to be hard no matter which professor you take. However Cory is the best for A&P. She is extremely organized and knows exactly what she is lecturing about. Her tests are about what she lectures on so if you read the textbook and study her slides, you will be more than prepared for the test.

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Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
BIO227
Grade: B
Nov 26, 2024
Would take again

she is a great professor, she just seemed a little scatter brained this semester. super sweet and very accessible for students.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
BIO228
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 8, 2024
Would take again

Cory is great with her students and wants to help them succeed. Things are pretty straight forward to follow along with, the exams were a struggle for me personally but she lectures well overall and wants to help where she can!

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO228
Grade: A-
Mar 4, 2025
Would take again

She clearly knows what she is talking about. Bio is a challenging class but she lays it out pretty well. Could be a bit more engaging. Typically just reads right off the slides but her information directly relates to the exams. As long as you apply yourself you will do great! Test are taken at home but are proctored with a camera.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
3.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 12, 2025

The professor is GOOD at lectures. Do not use ProctorU!!! So, there are lots of issues with the proctor they use because they can not go to the testing center. The majority of campus computers do not like the proctor they use. It is HARD to get A HOLD of, he has NO office and DOES NOT respond quickly to emails.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: B
Mar 29, 2025

I wanted to die taking this class. She is the worst professor I have ever had and cant imagine anyone being worse than her. She doesn't explain anything, and the things she says to review is never on the test, and you can never know what to study. There is a reason its a high fail class, it wouldn't be too hard if she taught better.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
BIO227
Grade: B
Apr 9, 2025

Honestly the class is just hard in general. She lectures and has slides but she just lectures for the entire class period and she goes really fast. If you are going to take the class you should write notes in advance based on the slides and then add in what she discusses during the lecture. (The exams are absolutely insanely difficult).

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
5.0
BIOL227
Grade: A+
Apr 23, 2025
Would take again

amazing and very reasonable if you need an extension, just read the book and go to lecture!

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
BIOL227
Grade: B
Apr 24, 2025
Would take again

She gave 10 point super easy extra credit at end and also 40 extra points to everyone in the class because apparently other professors let you correct your exams while she didn't. What you were supposed to do was clear. Look at this girls "Sydneymclean304050" quizlet, it saved me. Whole class is just memorization, just don't fall behind in studying

Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: C+
Apr 25, 2025

If you weren't religious before taking this class, pick one and start praying. especially if you choose this professor. maybe pick two honestly...

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
BIO227
Grade: B
Apr 30, 2025

Not very caring, canceled class often, read directly from slideshow, didn't offer anything to students

Tough grader
5.0
4.0
BIOL227
Grade: A
May 9, 2025
Would take again

I knew that anatomy was going to be hard, but Hanley made it simple. Her lecture slides were super helpful for the exams, and she is very easy to talk to. Hanley really cares about her students, that is one of the reasons why I think she is an amazing professor. I recommend getting a tutor, and go to LA sessions, it will help you prepare for exams

Amazing lectures
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO227
Grade: A+
Aug 4, 2025
Would take again

Take Hanley for Anatomy! I had her in spring for Bio 227 and am currently in her online Bio 228 course. This class is hard, but she makes it doable. She only quizzes on what she covers in lectures- and she knows the content well. Reasonable amounts of homework. Also very kind and easy to work with. *If you are struggling, go to LA sessions!

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
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5.0
3.0
BIOL228
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2025
Would take again

I took Hanley in the spring semester for 227, and decided to take Hanley's class again, which is BIOL 228 this summer class. I liked how Hanley gave us a schedule to do this and that, because it made me feel more organized. The exams were hard, so just study everyday and you should be good. She also gave us extra credit assignments. Best professor!

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
BIOL227
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 4, 2025

bro just yaps about everything, will talk about one google slide for 20 minutes, over explains everything and over complicates it.

Lecture heavy
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