Very easy teacher!

cool professor

I took her at Cal Poly Pomona, before she got her full time job at PCC. She is a wonderful professor who knows her material, and effectively presents with PowerPoint. Her tests were a bit of a challenge, but definitely not unjust. She uses innovative teaching methods in her lectures, and is so pretty too! You'll enjoy her class.

Very smart

Great teacher, very helpfull and friendly. Class is little bit difficult though.

She's an OK teacher, but very unorganized when it comes to her notes, you have to go back and re-arrange them or add things, she does them kind of weird.. if you want to pass or do good, you have to read the book.

She is extremely kind and caring. She is clear and helps her students. All you need to do is study your notes and you'll do fine on the midterm and final. Her quizzes are easy and fun. Take this class!!!

Simply a sweet professor, who actually knows how to teach unlike other professors. She makes her class very interesting and applies ideas you learn in class that apply to reality. I strongly recommend taking her. Study whats in blue (you'll know what I mean), and just make sure you understand general concepts, and you'll get a good grade (B or A).

A great teacher who taught us life as well as bio. She is an awesome example, avid environmentalist and amazing compassion. She has extremely vast knowledge so glean all you can from her. Not afraid to make fun of herself and do entertaining dances.. tests are ok if you study, not much hw. I did everything, cut a few classes, often late; got an A.

Great teacher. All her notes are pretty straight forward and as long as you copy them and study them you should do fine on the exams. I didn't buy a book just studied the notes and got an A in the class. She's a fun prof. and makes the class entertaining. Strongly Recommended!

its not an easy A,i dont like any sciences, but i got a B but had to stay on task. class was interestin(in one class, studying leeches, she let several leeches suck her arms)she gives GREAT NOTES. study the notes n u'll be alright. we have several interestin field trips. shes very kind hearted who have 2 adopted childern, n an avid animal lover.

Prof.Catanese is a really nice person, she's very down to earth, sweet, funny and helpful- it's just the class material that's really hard to understand. You do alot of drawings, labs, and you just listen to her powerpoint lectures. I do admit: some things I learned were very interesting, but in all honesty... I would recommend a different class!!!

For those who dont like science bio will be a hard subject no matter who you have.. but i totally recommend her! she's a GREAT teacher who cares about her students and is very helpful.. BIGGEST ADVICE: READ THE BOOK! if u wanna do well on the tests cuz her notes are helpful but if ur aiming for an A, READ THE BOOK in order to Ace the test

She's kind of a nerdy hippie, but super nice and very excited about teaching. She was very clear and consise. She only tested on what she lectured on, so I didn't even pick up the book all semester and still got an A.

shes cool... shes funny... folks ryt der be ready ur current events&flash card...

The fairest teacher I have ever had. If you show her that you are trying she will go out of her way to help you.If you dont understand you could talk to her during her office hour, or drop into another class hour so that you will already know the material before hand.

very patient and nice teacher!Her class is fun, and she is funny too.Although the exams are a little hard, they are all from the book and she offers many chances to get extra credits.so it's easy to pass.

She was fun, but a little to chipper. She can also be enviromentally dogmatic, but overall is a fun professor.

Great lady, very funny, and very exciting, but her tests are hard and unreasonable. :(.

I thought she was very cool and gave the best lectures.The only problem was that she was a little unorganized and never turned back tests or assignments on time.To top it off I think she's a little hazy on math since she messed up everyone's grades by turning a midterm being worth more than a final.Otherwise great class.I had a lot of fun.

I LOVED this class! Of course there was a lot of work- we only met once a week & our lab was our field trips. Prof Cat is totally approachable, super nice and really knows her stuff. I found the extra credits to be amazing opportunities and not pointless whatsoever. Like any college course, work is expected; if you're lazy I really wouldn't bother.

Totally Amazing teacher I am definitely changing my course studies to continue to explore biology and environmental studies. Her linked class is awesome & the park were classes are held is serene and definitely gives you a hands on experience into what ecosystems are like. she is super friendly, lovely, and adorable. EVERY1 SHOULD HAVE THIS TEACHER

Maybe the most interesting person I met at PCC. Her class is tough. You have to study and do the extra credit to do well in her class, but she makes it worth it. SHe's the kind of professor that makes class enjoyable, and in my class, she shaved her hair halfway through which only made her hotter.

She's awesome. Super nice and helpful. Shes young and makes class fun. We had a class discussion about weed for a good 15 mins one time. Shes super chill but biology is still hard. Ideal teacher.

Prof. Cat is GREAT! Her class is fun, educational and chill. She teaches with great knowledge and also empathy. Its because she wants us all to understand. Her love for green and nature shows through her work which shows her great personality. her extra credit is VERY VERY reasonable! 1 word = FIELDTRIPS!!!!!!!!!!!

Had her lab, she's super chill in that she never gets mad at u/makes things awkward. Makes u feel welcome & brownie pts if you're interested in bio/enviro stuff but she's a really, if not more than, fair professor. Just don't look like you're doing nothing & attempt the work. Quizes are a little detail-oriented but 3hrs of lab makes u forget stuff

Very fun and interesting professor. Problem is, she expects waaaay too much sometimes when it comes to remebering stuff. She is very enthusiastic about the subject and would be glad to help you understand the topics. Just remember, she's expecting a master piece out of your Lab book and you'll have to remember ridiculous charts for her tests

I haven't even finished the semester but felt so motivated by the professor's enthusiasm for this subject, I just had to comment. She is by far one of the best teachers I have ever had. The class is so hands on and interactive. She uses every possible method to teach, it would be almost impossible not retain info from this class. I'm blown away!

Assignemnts a bit tedious and tests usually question miniscule details,so make sure to stay on top of things, especially the notebook! She's super fun and very knowledgeable! If you're willing to work, she's willing to work with you! She's also very enthusiastic about the subject matter so try and project the same attitude!

Catanese is a very sweet and helpful professor. She's extremely enthusiastic & knowledgeable about the class topics. The field trips may be far, but I've learned a lot from them and enjoyed most of them. Make sure to stay on top of the notebook; follow the rubric. Tests are not too hard, she'll briefly review prior to the test. Overall: 8.5/10

She is really easy as long as you do all of her assigned work and her far field trips...Don't forget the Extra credits. I didn't do so well for the 1st 2 exams (around 50%)...dont no my 3rd but I passed the class with a B

Prof. Cat is one of the sweetest & best professors out there. she is definitely caring & wants her students to learn. i don't know why ANYONE would write any negative things about her. her class is NOT tedious and if you do the work ON TIME, you will definitely pass the class. I got an A in the class. TAKE HER FOR SURE! you'll love her!!

She is one of those teachers that Oprah would talk about. She teaches to her students and cares that they understand the subject matter. I was dreading taking bio and because of Professor Erika Catanese I look forward to this class. You will work hard so this is not a class for slacking. However, you learn SOO much and enjoy it

I have been going to PCC for years and have never once written a review for a teacher. Simply put, she is awesome,Down to earth, understanding, great personality, great teaching skills. The list goes on.

Obviously, the person who wrote the previous comment infused personal bias towards the teacher. Please, no libel needed. The test is hard; that's a given. The material is a handful and you will not be able to master every aspect. But the class is extremely fun and the teacher is extremely clear and helpful.

Class: Most class sessions were out in the field. Each student is to provide their own transportation. This is made perfectly clear in the syllabus. A field journal, herbarium collection, earth service project, readings, and group project are the coursework. The tests are based on in class lecture, field lectures and assigned readings.

Fell in love with this class. Prof Cat made the class enjoyable and interesting. The field trips are fun, if you make the most of it. The Rose Bowl hike was the best, and the steps of doom. Aced this class because I studied.. willingly. The notebook is crucial to your overall grade. I'm totally considering majoring in environmental science now :)

The best damn bio teacher in PCC. What more do you want to know? And that's coming from an english major by the way

Best teacher i had during my fall semester. Super clear on what she wanted and made learning as fun as it could be. She encourages questions and participation. Yes, you still need to study to get an A but she'll def. help you. I HIGHLY recommend taking her class!

Professor Cat is awesome! I only earned an A on one test and that was only because of the curve, (and earned a C below on all the rest) but with a lot of extra credit she offered, I was still able to receive an A in the class. It is a tough class and takes a lot of hard work, but she is very fair and easy to talk to and negotiate with.

The class was fun for me. She was cool and funny, and kept me interested most of the time. She loves to assign group work though, and have the groups teach the class. She also loves field trips. Overall it was a fun class and I learned a lot. I would definitely take a class of hers again.

She is a fantastic teacher and I really enjoyed her class, though if you are lazy and expecting an easy A I do not recommend taking her class(es).

She's great! Keep alert and on top of assignments yourself (she's not a babysitter)! Be ready for sudden random assignments and stay organized. That said, she's a great and reasonable prof, right on base and up-to-date in her field. Take this course, you'll learn and accomplish more than you think is possible in 1 semester! Highly reccomended prof.

PCC is letting Biology teachers teach kin 003. We dont have a text book and have barely done anything related to the curriculum. All weve done is print out a bunch of studies and wrote notes all over them. If your major is kin dont take this class. Everything covered is going to be in your BIO, Chem, and Anatomy classes. Easy A if you study.

catanese is a great prof, there is no way you will walk out of there and not have learned something new. it's refreshing to have a passionate teacher. She does lack organization expect to check your canvas every hr. test & quizzes are hard. don't ever be absent, it's crucial bc you'll miss info. i highly recommend her regardless. she's great

no boook you make your own out of articles. always print and read your articles!! I dreaded science and this was the perfect science class you learn without even trying shes a great professor definite recommend loved the field trips mid term and final make a huge difference on grade go over notes and articles!!! with that easy A OR B

I love her! She's a great soul and awesome to be around. Her material gets us to question our daily activities and our impact within our environment. This isn't a class for anyone who refuses to break out of their capitalistic shell. This class aroused my wonder of the universe around us!

Cat is an amazing professor. She is full of knowledge, enthusiasm, and heart! Her lectures are engaging and fun- I don't think there was ever a class when we didn't have a good time! You'll walk away with a newfound awareness of your impacts on the environment and will want to make changes in your everyday life/educate others. Best class ever!!

Do yourself a favor and take her class!!!! She is so understanding and lenient. She's also full of knowledge and loves science! Be prepared to study, but if you put in the work, you'll get an A.

This class will change your life. I strongly recommend it, you'll leave this class filled with tons of new knowledge. Cat is very passionate; she transmits all of her enthusiasm to the class. You'll make new friends (lots of group work) Field trips are awesome, readings are a bit hard but important! They're in the final. Just take her! She's badass

One of my favorite PCC teachers, she is so passionate about the material and works hard to engage students. The class gives you lots of practical knowledge and makes you more aware of important environmental issues.

Professor Cat keeps it real and is a great mentor to have during your time at PCC.

Need a physical science class but scared of physics/chem? Interested in knowing where all your stuff comes from/where it goes when you throw it away? Heard about climate change but would like to know more? Want to get an idea of the problems we will face in our future? Prof Cat talks the talk and walks the walk. Class is easy if you want to learn.

Thank you professor cat ! For a fun biology class Ill never forget !

Professor Cat! She is by far one of the coolest teachers within the science departments. I took Cat for bio 11 during spring semester 2018, & the experience was phenomenal. Professor cats enthusiasm & chill demeanor made biology fun, & easy to understand. Although I slipped in the beginning, Cat was understanding and helped me to turn it around :)

Prof Cat is great, she gives a lot of articles to annotate but they're never hard and assignments on Canvas are super easy to do (as long as you take notes). You'll go on multiple field trips to cool hikes and the only things you need to know to pass this class are to ask for help, do your homework, and take notes on everything.

I took her for Field Botany and she was ok. It was very easy towards the beginning but after midterms she becomes very test heavy. It was kind of unclear on what we should study for test and lots of material on test weren't in what we learned. Must go to all field trip which we have once a week.

I love prof cat! She is super inspirational and passionate about what she teaches. This class helped me figure out what I want to do with my life. Her class is not hard but you do have to put in the effort. You get out what you put in; you need to do the work and participate. If you do that it is not hard to get an A.

Prof. Cat is the best professor I've had thus far. She really cares about her students and exerts so much passion throughout every lecture. There is a lot of assignments that you must complete but they are doable and very helpful. Also you get to go on really amazing field trips that will change your perspective of the environment.

Best professor I've ever had. Genuinely good human, who wants to make the world a better place. Wants to inspire you to make changes in your life so you can inspire those around you. Don't take this class if you don't apply yourself to the material. A few field trips and can be a lot of work, but I left this class feeling like a better person.

Professor Cat is an awesome individual who cares a lot about the students succeeding and loves her job. Lots of articles to read and annotate. Homework is not hard, but tests are challenging. She is very approachable for extra help and makes learning the topic interesting. Study everything she goes over and take lots of notes.

Professor Catanese's class was pretty easy and not confusing, despite it all being online. There are clear instructions for guidance that I really appreciated. There are many assignments that are easy, but rather tedious. Overall easy class, but lots of short assignments throughout the weeks.

Professor Catanese is the sweetest teacher. If you take her class you will learn a lot and the material is mostly very interesting. BUT the amount of work you have to do is ridiculous. Not even a 6 unit course compares to this.

There is a lot of somewhat tedious homework. Do them on time as much as possible, or it will snowball. She is a very forgiving grader, and responds quickly to email.

She's a nice person but her online course was not enjoyable. Her module is pretty messy and random and there were A LOT of assignments at the start of the semester, but eased off towards the end. Uses metacognition as a way to get students to do more self-studying. The assignments overall are pretty easy though.

Prof. Catanese definitely strives to make you a better student. The assignments aren't too hard, but you need to put in the effort to get a good grade. Sometimes, she does dock points for not having the absolute correct answer, but she puts in feedback, and you can resubmit them. She is very accessible outside of class, which is nice too. Take her!

Prof. Cat is great. There are a lot of modules in this course, and sometimes it's a little all over the place, but get Task for Canvas, and you'll be able to see what needs to be completed each day. She is very accessible outside of class too and super understanding if something comes up. Take her class if you need a science GE.

There is a lot of homework, and challenging quizzes, and metacognition is the norm, but it eases around the last weeks. She's nice and replies to emails fast, but the course can sometimes get overwhelming and confusing, with many assignments having a lot of confusing requirements. It's an alright GE lab course with no midterm or final exam.

This class had a lot of modules, and many of the quizzes were challenging. Sometimes, it wouldn't be in the module, so be sure to read through them carefully. They would also be all over the place and Prof. would take points off for super minor things. However, you learn a lot in the course, and Prof. is there to help when you need it.

Great professor, makes the class engaging and interesting. However theres so much work for her online class. Took it over the summer. Her work load was basically the same as my other 3 summer classes combined. Not too difficult just a lot of work. Final was a group project.

Prof Cat's class has a lot going on, but using tools like unstuck study can help stay organized. She's understanding and accessible, so put in the effort and you'll learn a ton.

Honestly loved this professor so much. Sure she assigns a lot of work and her modules are a little disorganized, but use the Canvas calendar and you'll be fine. She is tremendously knowledgable and will take you on the coolest field trips. Her class is really engaging and the material is often super interesting. Love prof Cat!