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I am not a biology major at all, but this lady made me excited about microbiology. This was a hard class - i'm not going to lie, but since she is so excited about this topic of study it made it exciting for me to learn. I thought she was a great teacher.

You have to study for this class. It seems really hard at first, but it gets easier. I started off the semester thinking I would make no better than a C but I will make a B. GO TO CLASS!

You cannot get away in this class without studying the notes thoroughly. Sometimes she tries too hard to convince her students that what she is saying is interesting. I did not appreciate the arrangement of a lecture test and lab practical back to back mid semester. On the whole she taught pretty well though and seems like a nice enough person.

Class is not mandatory, but you're an idiot if you don't show up. Her tests are extremely hard, and she prides herself on that fact (which honestly is a bit stupid...people need validation to do well in a subject). She's quite friendly, but doesn't seem to understand that her students have other classes that are equally important.

Now this class is not as hard as people are saying it. All you have to do is give yourself about a week before each exam to memorize her notes. If you can do that you will do fine. If you do not study then you could fail this course only because the test are kind of specific.

It is a difficult class, but not an impossible class. I got an A in it. Your best bet is to go to lecture and read/study the book. The slides help, but won't get even a C in the class. Elizabeth is also more than fair when it comes to grading. Oh, and don't forget about the lab. The lab midterm and final are the hardest test in the class!

I really enjoyed this class. It is not easy but if you study and learn, not memorize, the material you will do fine. She is quirky and fun to listen to. Also was very helpful during office hours. I thought she was more than fair with grading.

The best way to succeed in this class is to study diligently and stay on TOP of the material. Attend class, take excellent notes (I found that downloading the powerpoint to my laptop and taking notes on that to be helpful), STUDY, and be diligent in lab. As for studying for exams (those are VERY hard), I solely studied the powerpoint slides.

Contrary to what many people say about this class, it is not too bad. A lot of studying is required, but doing well is possible. Lecture is very interesting!

Her tests are hard, but she gets the questions right from the powerpoint slides, if you go to class and study the slides you'll be fine. You literally have to memorize her notes and then be able to apply it in order to do well on her tests. It requires a lot of work, but it is possible.

I LOVED her. She is a wonderful teacher who is willing to take the extra time to help you. The class is very difficult but if you study and come to lecture and pay attention, you can do good. The key thing for this class is to study study study. But Mrs. McPherson is a wonderful teacher. Her lectures are always clear and her sense of humor helps!

Idk why everyone is saying that this professor is terrible! Yes, you HAVE to study to do well. But it isn't impossible. Go to every lecture and lab and pay attention. You MUST buy the textbook and READ the chapters before exams, do the online homework, and go to lecture and a B is definitely possible and maybe an A if you study a whole lot

She is an awesome teacher and super helpful if you go to her office hours! Yes, tests are hard and require a lot of effort, but you get out of the class, what you put in. If you attend almost every class, office hours when needed, memorize/understand the notes and are able to apply what you learn, a B is definitely doable.

I loved this class. It was very interesting. Elizabeth is a great teacher and she's very excited about what she teaches. This class is a lot of work. Take this class during the summer; it is easier than during the semester. Tests are hard but come from power points. Lab exams are HARD. Lecture exams multiple choice. Teacher approachable. Made an A.

The class is really interesting, and the professor is soo nice. The tests are extremely hard though. If you define everything on the concepts maps and learn everything you should be good. Lab exams...you're gonna fail em. However somehow it just works out.

Can't speak for the Bio class but I thought she was an excellent teacher! Very helpful, the exams are more on applying the knowledge to everyday life situations than knowing every little detail. Lab is difficult, don't feel too discouraged if you get below a B on lab exams. The lecture exams are OK but you do have to study daily. Overall good class

The class is very interesting. Pay attention in lecture to the examples given. Recording the lectures helped me the most.

McPherson is hilarious and is always willing to help in any way she can. The lab quizzes are ridiculous for no reason, however the actual labs aren't too bad. For the lecture exams, you have to understand the material and be able to apply it rather than just memorizing, so they are difficult. If you put in the time, an A is possible.

She is always happy to help you and respond to email. The lecture is durable and interesting but the lab is little too much information. As well, still people make perfect score for exam. Cant expect easy science course in college and lazy work. YOU CAN DO IT. take time but the info is connective and if you understand the core, you ll be fine.

My favorite professor I've had yet. Elizabeth is so nice, and incredibly helpful one-on-one. She does whatever she can to help you understand a topic. Go to her office hours!! She doesn't reteach a lecture, but if you go in with questions, she re-explains concepts in a way that is super easy to understand. I've never had a more helpful professor.

While this subject is difficult, Professor McPherson is very passionate and knowledgeable about Micro. You will learn as long as you attend lecture. Tests can be difficult, but that's where you as a student must put the work in by taking the information she gives you and applying it. She is great in communication, and keeps you constantly informed

Really enjoyed her class. Excellent teacher

Ms. Mcpherson is the only teacher for this course. She is a great professor who truly cares for her students, however the course itself (microbiology) is extremely difficult even with a good professor. There is a lot of homework and lab work for this course, and you need to study weeks ahead of time for exams. Take this with an easy load of classes

Elizabeth is honestly one of my favorite teachers I have ever had at UT. She made micro manageable. You'll do well if you go to class, do your work, and ask questions. She looks for people who put in the effort. Go talk to her in office hours if you need help. The tests are difficult but if you put in the time, you'll do fine. Definitely recommend!

Dr Mcpherson is an amazing teacher but this class was possibly the hardest I've ever taken. Despite this, I found the material extremely interesting and Mcphersons passion for the subject really shows. I thoroughly enjoyed her lectures. An A is possible, just come in ready to work!

She is by far my favorite teacher I've had at UT!! TAKE HER!! Micro 210 is a difficult class, but she is more than willing to help you. Her tests are application based rather than definition and answer but its definitely doable. You have to study for this class, but that should be expected. You would be missing out if you don't take her.

McPherson is fantastic at teaching MICRO210. I was extremely worried about this class going into it but as long as you take notes and study- it is completely doable. Her exams are written with multiple hints to lead to the answer in case you didn't remember one thing something else in the problem could lead you to the right answer.

I needed this course for Pharmacy School and this course is really hard. The professor is super sweet and she is the only professor that teaches Micro 210. She will try to help if needed. BASICALLY,STUDY EVERYDAY AND UNDERSTAND EVERYTHING! The exam is application based, lab exams are all paragraph questions. Most TA in this course is HARD GRADERS!

difficult. learned a lot though

this class will make you work for it. Her lecture exams and her lab exams are very thorough, so you have to know and study everything. Who you get as your lab TA can make or break your grade since lab counts a lot for the overall grade. Attend lecture because there are clickers and she breaks down the material.

McPherson is one of the most caring and helpful professors I've had at UT. The course is difficult, but that is because the material is and not because she makes it hard. Lab was my least favorite part and the Lab exams were the absolute hardest things to do in the class. If you actually try and put in the effort, should get at least a B.

she is so sweet and funny during class! always ready to help and wants to help. very personable. I am terrible at science and dreaded taking this class but now I am sad about leaving it. keep up with everything and read the book! lab starts out hard to get the hang of but it will get easier. if i can do it, anyone can :)

Going into this class, I was freaked out as I heard that it was super hard. But, if you really know how to study, it won't be a problem for you. Tests are on the lecture, not the book. My biggest tip is: STUDY LAB AS YOU GO! There are quizzes every week in lab and 2 tests. It is way too much info to cram. Make a study guide and add to it each week!

Elizabeth is one of the greatest professors I've had. She is so passionate about what she teaches and she truly wants you to succeed. In order to do so, you must attend all of the lectures, prepare for the lab quizzes & exams, and go to her office hours. Her exams are all application based so you need to know how it all applies to the real world.

Lectures were pre-recorded so I had a chance to take notes before attending lecture. While this made attending lecture a little redundant, I definitely recommend this route. The material is so dense (especially at the end) that it really does help to come to hear the info twice. Elizabeth is passionate and knows what she is talking about!

Study, don't procrastinate and you should do fine! She is very sweet and would love to help if you ask. She definitely knows what she is talking about. No curves or extra credit so make sure you know your material. I think she is perfectly fair. Lab exams are difficult so study as you go. I personally never read the book and did fine

She is very knowledgable, respectable, and knows what she is talking about. Office hours will be your best friend. Not much is curved, but she does care about how you are doing in the class. The lab is actually kind of fun.

Hardest class I've ever taken. I'll be taking it for a third time this fall.

McPherson is truly one of the most passionate and inspirational professors at UTK. I am only taking this class for PA requirements during the summer and she makes learning fun and enjoyable. While she does make you work for your grade it is so wroth it because your learn so much. I learned the most in this class of any class at UTK. Enjoyable!!!

Dr. McPherson is so kind and really cares about her students learning. However, studying WELL before exams is crucial. I found that she uses the same keywords on ppts and tests/quizzes. Really listening to lectures, regular studying, and using the practice questions/ clicker questions is what helped me the most. and reach out if you're struggling!

A lot of people struggle with this class, but people who I talked to that are struggling still like the professor because she deeply cares for her students! Her tests are more difficult than most other professors that I have taken so far, but she uses them to prepare students for the courses ahead of us that are going to be even more challenging.

This is the hardest course I have taken at UT and I'll be a Senior in the Spring. I've been on the Dean's list every semester I've been here, except this one because of this class. This class is no joke. Do not take it unless you absolutely have to. I read these ratings before I took the class, but thought I was built different. Don't do it.

McPherson genuinely cares about her students. This class is hard, but if you put in the time to study, you will do fine. Go to class and get clicker points because they really boost your grade at the end of the semester. The lab portion pretty much depends on your TA. They make the weekly quizzes and choose the questions on the lab exams.

Elizabeth McPherson is a wonderful lady who truly cares about her students. The class is very difficult, and the exams make up most of your grade. The lab exams are short answer and the lecture exams are application questions. By putting in quite a bit of studying, you can do well. GO TO OFFICE HOURS!! She truly wants to help you succeed.

She is a very caring lady who is knowledgeable and wants to help you succeed. Her exams are extremely difficult and require a massive amount of studying to do decent on them. She gives you all the information you need to know for the exams in the slides so study them and the fine details! Her office hours are also a great resource.

Elizabeth is hands down one of the most intelligent and passionate professors I have ever had. Micro is going to be a hard class no matter where you take it, but Elizabeth gives you all the information to succeed. The class is not impossible if YOU put the work in. She is extremely accessible outside of lecture hours and wants you to succeed.

Microbiology with Professor McPherson is challenging, but she genuinely wants you to succeed. Studying the slides and using resources like Unstuck ai can really help you prepare. Attend office hours - she's very accessible and eager to help.