3.1

Erin Schuenzel

Biology - University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (all campuses)

3.1
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
43%
Would Retake
112
Reviews
3.1
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
3.1
Helpful
3.1
Clarity

43%

Would Retake

112

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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30

What Students Say

When you read this in the future during registration, i am actually begging you not to take her, she really is that bad and shouldnt be "teaching" a college class

BIOL1407 - 2.0 rating

This lady is whack, her lectures are all over the place

BIOL1407 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

85%

Textbook Required

10%

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Based on 90 reported grades
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A+: 10
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Tough grader (26)
Clear grading criteria (20)
Participation matters (20)
Lots of homework (17)
EXTRA CREDIT (15)
So many papers (15)
Lecture heavy (12)
Skip class? You won't pass. (10)
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Reviews (112)
5.0
4.0
BIO1401
Oct 12, 2011

Great teacher, very helpful and very concise when teaching.

5.0
3.0
BIO1401
Nov 4, 2011

she is the best teacher ever!! she is brilliant and and adorable, i love her! i learned so much

5.0
2.0
BIO1402
Nov 10, 2011

She's a delight! I'm an English major and suck at Biology. I recommend this professor. She had problems controlling the rude freshman, they would be eating and all she did was make faces. She loved discussing off subject (still biology) questions from her students. I was often overwhelmed but she was comforting. TALK TO HER.

5.0
1.0
BIOL1402
Dec 5, 2011

She's clear, fair, nice, helpful, and funny at times. You can get an A if you're a Bio major or non-bio major. She mostly gives quizes, but they're not too hard, and she gives your a chance for a re-grade. If you don't make an A in her class, then you probably aren't a very good student.

3.0
4.0
BIO1402
Sep 19, 2012

She explains herself but is still a hard class. She uses words i dont understand and the outside/inside essays are diffcult. I reccomand that if your ok in bio take her but if not....You NEED to study

2.0
4.0
BIO1401
Oct 9, 2012

Hard Class if you dont study!

2.0
4.0
BIOL1401
Oct 12, 2012

Don't rely on her lectures. Although you need to attend her lectures, reading the book is the only way to actually understand. My advise: Act as if the lectures are just for testing and seeing the flow of the class. Her quizzes are hard and her essays are even harder.

4.0
3.0
BIO1402
Nov 30, 2012

She is a hard professor but does want you to pass. Essays are hard and the quizzes will make you go "what the?!?" but if you show her you want to pass she'll help you. To boost your grade there are re-grades so don't loss hope.

5.0
2.0
BIO1402
Dec 11, 2012

Im not a bio major and i found this class pretty cool. Her lectures are a drag but if you are doing good in lab and do a little extra reading you will be fine. 10 quizzes. 5 in class essays and 5 outside essays. she is a nice lady. no midterm or final. take her!

5.0
1.0
BIOL1401
Jan 29, 2013

This professor is cool and professional. She is friendly, passionate about her subject, and enjoys a warm character. I was there at her class even when I was barley able to walk due to illness because I loved her lectures. She wasn't on the list next semester for 1402. I would have registered for her class.

3.0
3.0
BIOL4408
Mar 25, 2013

Not that of a hard class, but requires to do alot of studying. The lab is very tedious. Her powerpoints are very vague, so you might as well just read the book. Her class is based on essays and quizzes. If you're a senior and don't want busy work, dont take this class.

4.0
3.0
BIOL1401
Sep 27, 2013

I really liked her teaching style. She wrote everything on the board and used powerpoints as reinforcements. Your grade is based on quizzes and essays which require the book. The good thing is you can get partial credit for the essays. I would definitely recommend this professor.

4.0
2.0
1401
Grade: A
Nov 11, 2013

You do not take test or finals in this class. Its all about essays, and quizzes. The quizzes are very easy since its basically the notes that she writes down on the board. The outside essays are easy since you get to use sources and the in class essay is not that bad. I barely read the textbook and got an A. I highly recommend this professor.

5.0
2.0
BIO1401
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 14, 2014

I think she was a great teacher!!! Her powerpoints are just pictures, she writes everything on the board. The quizes are 5 questions and then she has you take the same quiz but in your group. The essays are easy, 2-3 pages, and she isn't a hard grader. Overall it was a very easy class. She does take attendance though. Doesn't care if youre on phone

4.0
3.0
1401
Grade: A
Oct 27, 2014

No tests; her tests are essays (2 in-class and 4 outside) and she doesnt grade hard at all! What I like is that she gives you alot of opportunities to make up grades: for example, she gives 10 quizzes,5 questions each, but lets say you get a 60, she gives you up to 30 points if you submit a short statement on why you got a certain question wrong

5.0
3.0
1401
May 16, 2015

She is one of the best biology instructors I've had. She gives in class and out of class essays instead of a final exam. Also, expect a lot of tests. Although her class is a bit challenging, her grading structure makes it easy to make an A. Turning in an essay gives you extra points if on time, tests are done in a group, and there is extra credit.

5.0
2.0
BIO1406
Grade: B+
Dec 21, 2015

Erin Louise Schenkel was the most amazing Bio 1 professor I ever had! Yes, her lectures may be long but it's worth it. She gives out no exam! Only In Class (super easy) and outside (most easiest assignments ever!) exams. There is little quizzes of 5 questions and you are in groups to answer them (so be wisely on who you choose). PICK ERIN FOR BIO!

3.0
3.0
BIO1401
Grade: B+
Jan 12, 2016

This was a good class but definitely I would prefer another professor. Yes! You don't have tests but instead you have to write essays inside and outside . Those essays are not going to be like in high school ! Be aware of that! Quizzes are easy only if you know the material, if you are the student who expect to pass without notes forget it .

4.0
3.0
BIOL4408
Grade: B
May 23, 2016

She was very nice and made such an advance class easy. As an undergrad (grads were also taking this class), you had to do 3 very easy presentations and 1 review paper. Your "exams" are 2 essays. Your "finals" are basically 3 lab reports due within a two week span. Make notes on every lab you do, even if it seems insignificant!!! Beware quizzes.

4.0
3.0
BIO1402
Grade: A
May 24, 2016

Her class seems intimidating at first but it's actually not that bad. There are many quizzes in her class but she gives extra credit on each quiz! And be ready to spend time for her class! She gives you outside exams and they take a while to write but she still accepts it until the last day of class so it's plenty of time.

4.0
4.0
BIO1401
Grade: B+
Jun 2, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Here's the thing, there are several essays that have to be written outside of class; if you turn them in on time you can redo them. If you don't turn them in by the deadline you are not penalized but you can't redo them. That being said, if you know you're the type of person to put things off til the end - don't take this class! Lots of quizzes too

5.0
2.0
BIO1401
Grade: A+
Jan 4, 2017
Would take again

Easy A. She gives 10 quizzes and 4 essays and a lot of extra credit. You can do regrades on all of the quizzes and the essays (as long as their turned in on time). She's a really wonderful professor and really helpful. She also grades leniently so I don't see how someone can fail unless they really aren't putting in the effort.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO1401
Grade: A+
Mar 31, 2017
Would take again

Easy A. The exams in this class are outside of class essays. There are only 2 in class essays (study and they are easy) There are group quizzes as well, just join with the smart people. write everything she says in class, you will need that info for the essays, as well as the book. super nice teacher, i recommend!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
2.0
BIO1402
Grade: A
Apr 25, 2017
Would take again

Awesome professor. She gives really good lectures and her expectations are straight-forward. She's organized! Not hard at all if you are willing to try on the essays. She gives lecture-based quizzes and gives you opportunities to raise your grade on those. There is also a chance to raise an essay grade. Would recommend! Got an A in the course.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
BIO1401
Grade: B
May 11, 2017
Would take again

She's a really good professor. Just do your work and show up to class and you'll be fine.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
3.0
BIOL1488
Grade: A+
Oct 18, 2017
Would take again

Gen Bio II HON. Test portion of grade is based on 4 essays on topics covered in class. You get a week to write them, and she more or less outlines everything you need to know for them in lecture, after which some extra things from the book land you an easy A if you're a good writer. The rest of the grade is quizzes and in-class stuff.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BIO1406
Nov 1, 2017
Would take again

She doesn't give extra credit but does give a regrade, where you can correct a question you got wrong.

Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
BIO1401
Grade: A-
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

Her lectures are based off PowerPoints, every week we would have a 5 question quiz over the topic we discussed in lecture. She assigns essays in class and outside class essays there are 4. They aren't too difficult. Make sure you just understand the material taught in class and you'll be fine!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIOL1406
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

Ms. Schuenzel is a great professor, she loves wbat she does. She made me love Biology agyer hating sciences. You do write essays instead of test, she gives you a week in advance, they are tough if you leave them to the last minute. But these essays help you learn alot and love the material! She also gives afew quizes, on your own and on groups!

Tests? Not many
EXTRA CREDIT
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
2.0
BIOL1406
Grade: B
Dec 20, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Schuenzels class is actually pretty easy, even if you did not study much (me). Instead of a midterm and final exam we had 3 essays which are around 2-3 pages, and instead of a final exam we took a final essay. Also, you are grades on 10 quizzes and blackboard quizzes where you have multiple tries for the highest grade!

Gives good feedback
Tests? Not many
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
3.0
BIO1406
Mar 5, 2018
Wouldn't take again

boring professor you essentially only have to show up on mondays for quizzes. there a lot of group work that no one seems to mention, don't take her if you dont like working with others. Exams are essays instead of actual tests

5.0
2.0
BIOL1406
Grade: A
Mar 28, 2018
Would take again

Attendance is not mandatory but the are in class quizzes so as long as you show up for those you are fine. There are 5 essay exams about 5 pages long but she gives you a week to turn them in and as long as you read the chapter and quote correctly you'll do fine. She also lets you do regrades to for the quizzes and the exams.

4.0
3.0
BIO1406
Grade: A
Apr 4, 2018
Would take again

Took her for Bio 1. Essays instead of exams. Group work. 5 question quiz every week. It's not that bad and I learned a lot from her. She grades hard on the essay exams but you can re-do them as well as 1 question you got wrong on the quiz. She knows her stuff and her class is structured to help you pass. I would take her again.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
4.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dr Schuenzel makes you work for it, but you will learn in this class.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
BIO1406
Grade: A
May 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

You can get an A, but lots of busy work, quizzes, and essays. Need to go to class to get participation points, take quizzes individually and in groups, and notes to take in class each lecture. Dr Schuenzel is nice and loves what she does. Between lab and lecture, can be a high maintenance class.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
SO MANY PAPERS
3.0
5.0
BIO1401
Grade: A-
May 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

4 Outside-Essays; She grades tough on those. If you're not good at writing, don't bother taking this class. You can only re-do 1 essay if you turn it in on time. 10 quizzes; She lets you re-do all of them. 2 InClass-Essays; Good luck on those, seriously you'll need it. Attendance isn't mandatory but I HIGHLY recommend you go to class. Lots of work!

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
SO MANY PAPERS
4.0
3.0
BIO1401
Grade: B
May 16, 2018
Would take again

So there are 4 outside essay exams instead of actual exams which are not as difficult as many say. Just write down the notes she gives you and use your textbook. There is quite a bit of group work. The work is not difficult, it is just quite a bit of work.

5.0
3.0
BIO1406
Grade: B
May 25, 2018
Would take again

She is a wonderful professor! Gives many extra credit opportunities. She even allows you to regrade everything except the in class essays. Her exams are in essay format. I found the biology lab class difficult, that was the main reason why I did not receive an A in her class. Other than it being an 8 am class, it was great.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
BIO1401
Grade: A
Aug 18, 2018
Would take again

This professor was awesome! Her lectures are clear but long and the essays have clear instructions. The book is needed. Re-grades on everything except in-class essays. Quizzes are really easy if you write the notes down that she provides by writing on the board. I got an A and I would take this professor again

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
20481
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Schuenzel is a great professor for lecture. Her exams are all essays and students can use their notes, and the book to do them. There's two in class essays and one quiz per week. There are online quizzes to take. She gives the opportunity to regrade your assignments.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
BIOL1406
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2018
Would take again

Really good and passionate professor. In replacement of tests, you are required to do 4 outside essays and 2 in class essays in the span of the semester. MUST go to class for lectures to pass her weekly quizzes and attendance, but overall you should be able to get an A/B in her class. There are regrades (basically extra credit opportunities) too.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
3.0
4.0
BIO1401
Dec 19, 2018
Wouldn't take again

A knowledgeable professor who displays passion for biology- but what a lot of reviewers dont tell you was how harsh she is at grading essays. If you arent the slightest bit great at writing essays I would recommend another professor. Her weekly quizzes were difficult too as a lot of students would fail them. Just be advised!

3.0
5.0
BIOL1406
Grade: B+
Dec 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT take this class if you are bad at writing essays! All the 2 in-class and the 4 outside-class exams including the final are essays, ONLY use the text book for them. Anyways, she's always smiling with a positive attitude and gives good lectures. Always copy her notes, will be useful. Study hard because there's a quiz every Monday.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
3.0
4.0
BIOL1401
Grade: C+
Feb 14, 2019
Wouldn't take again

You will do many essays in this class. About 6 essays, 2 inside essays and 4 outside essays. She is lecture heavy professor and for me it was very boring. Almost always fell asleep. (maybe because im a high school student though) Writing down everything she has on her powerpoint and what she writes doesn't always help. Look through the book too.

Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
4.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A
May 13, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Schuenzel's BIOL1406 and BIOL1407 classes are essentially the same criteria. Writing down notes during her lecture is an important aspect to passing her almost weekly quizzes. Essays replace tests which I personally enjoyed. She is a great professor and there is much to learn with her!

Respected
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
BIOL1401
Grade: A
May 19, 2019
Would take again

She is a good professor she writes all the notes on the board during class. All the notes are exactly what you need for test, quizzes, and lab. She doesn't do test instead she does essays, she is lenient with formatting however she grades them harsh. Overall I think she is one of the better professors at the school.

Skip class? You won't pass.
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A-
Oct 28, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Took her for Bio lab but never once met her. Whole lab is taught by a TA who incompetent, rude and entitled. TA will show up to lab 10-15 minutes late and makes sure the class knows her time is more valuable than yours. Always has prior commitments that restrict her from grading or having office hours. Not the TA's fault the prof could care less.

1.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B
Oct 28, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Prof is never in lab and whole class is taught by a TA. One TA could honestly care less about you or the class. She regularly made it clear she had no time to deal with emails or office hours. Guidance in the lab is non existent and she never comes prepared. Once she showed up 10 minutes late had to call campus police because she lost her key card.

1.0
5.0
BIOL1402
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Shes never in class and has ridiculous grading criteria. Refuses to fix problems she has created and throws her TAs in the deep end. Class is taught by her TAs. Avoid Laas at all costs. Both she and her TA are incompetent. Dont take this class if you dont have to. Consider taking it at STC.

1.0
5.0
BIOL1402
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Cant talk about her objectively bc shes never in class. Her TA is an extension of her and its absolutely tragic. Disrespectful. Constantly tardy, but has the audacity to take points off students for being late. 20 mins late to midterm and 30 minutes late to class. Unprofessional. Doesnt even wear proper PPE for lab. Dont take this class. Ever.

1.0
5.0
BIOL1402
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Dont even bother, this teacher doesnt care about you and just collects the checks. Doesnt even show up to class. Save yourself the time and money and take this with a different professor. Her TAs teach the whole class which is sad bc they dont know what theyre doing. Please dont take this class.

1.0
5.0
BIOL1402
Grade: D
Aug 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

If a person can do a MidTerm & Final Exam in 30 minutes, 40 questions, & having to type in most levels of phylogeny tree with scientific names. Most in the class couldn't do it. I did 36 on MT & 32 Final. Usually am an A & B student barely got a C! Don't take her she don't belong teaching!!

Test heavy
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO1402
Nov 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor ever, she is super rude. During this pandemic shed assign a bunch of HW that took 3-5hrs for an hour Lab class, apparently unaware that we have other classes and lives outside the university. She doesnt teach at all, you basically do it yourself but retain nothing. Midterm and final are open ended just to make it harder on us.

Lots of homework
So many papers
3.0
4.0
BIO1401
Grade: B
Jan 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Prepare yourself to do A LOT of homework. Her test grades are based on essays you'll write. The essays are graded ridiculously hard. You'll have timed essays also where you don't know the topic, which I find ridiculous too. Her class is manageable, if you choose her, make sure stay on top of things and look at the lectures.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO1402
Grade: A
Apr 1, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Don't take this class Extremely ridiculous the work load 5-8 assignments each week and its just busy-work that takes for ever. I had to draw 30+ organisms and for what? I didn't learn anything. Requires Smartbook. Some assignments don't make any sense but if you mess up it's your fault Pray you get a good TA if you take this class

4.0
4.0
BIO1401
Grade: B
Apr 12, 2021
Would take again

Ok, so even though she gives like 6-8 assignments a week she does it in the hopes that we retain the information in intervals. I took biology 1 lecture with her and she is really nice! Her essays are tough, need to be about 3 pages. Quizzes are so tough, but she will add points at the end of semester. Honestly, she's not as bad as people say she is

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A-
Apr 15, 2021
Would take again

I had this professor for biology 2 lab and the workload is the usual lab exercise, prelab, post lab quiz, and participation points to do. there was a set date before the midterm and final to turn in assignments so we could work on it at our own pace. overall a very good class you can learn a lot of stuff midterm and final are open ended so STUDYY

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
4.0
4.0
BIO1402
Grade: A
Apr 21, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Scheunzel is a tough professor, her exams are open ended but the questions are fairly easy if you study her reviews. She gives a lot of homework, but it is doable. It is given that would have to study for this course, and if you study well you are guaranteed an A. I did take her class asynchronous so attendance was not mandatory.

Respected
Lots of homework
Get ready to read
1.0
4.0
BIOL3401
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 2, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I would truly not recommend this professor to anyone that is taking multiple classes or anyone who likes a professor who is responsive. She never replies to my emails and has never gone to a lab to even introduce herself. Her class is definitely not impossible but I would rather have a tough class with a professor who cares.

3.0
3.0
BIOL1401
Grade: A-
Oct 31, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Her grading and the way she operates the classroom is so odd. She talks to undergraduates like they're Phd students. She'll talk about enzymes and somehow turn enzymes into a military conversation. Such an odd professor. However, if you do bad on the quizzes, you do have a redo. Same for the exams (if turned in on time).

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
4.0
3.0
BIO1401
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Schuenzel is a really good professor. she gives you a total of 4 essays on fairly easy subjects if you understand your notes and do a little background searching on the topic. she is fair and allows redo for everything. if you simply do your work and try you can get a B but if you push yourself a little extra you'll get the A

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2021
Would take again

Had to show up to lab to receive your weekly participation points. Quizzes and lab assignments were easy and the lab TA would give answers, usually. She only graded the literature review and bibliography, plus the 2 exams. Class was attendance points, participation points, quizzes, exercises, midterm, final and literature review. DO PRACTICE TEST!!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
2.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B
Dec 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Class not taught by Erin but by a TA, so your experience is pretty much dependent on who your TA is. This lab was structured like any other one, with pre-labs, post-labs, weekly homework, and participation points + a bibliography project. Instructions were sometimes unclear for participation points. do the practice tests for midterm and final!!!!

Participation matters
5.0
2.0
BIOL1402
Grade: B
Dec 30, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Schuenzel is great. I had her for lab, so we never saw her. She would do lectures on zoom before going to the lab which helped a lot. She would also do an additional lecture on Fridays which helped on assignments. Mid-term and final was in person.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
BIOL3401
Grade: A-
Jan 18, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Professor was never in class and was never available. It seemed like she almost ignored students emails? Luckily the TA was very helpful and motivating. She does not like to give feedback either. Everything you really need will be on blackboard, so the class was not impossible, however she failed as a professor

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Feb 16, 2022
Wouldn't take again

Terrible! Just chose another one. Her quizzes are the hardest and you are expected to learn all terms and bacteria's names and domain and kingdom and everything. She was never in labs and just had TAs. Its too much work for a lab and you have pre lab zooms and post lab zooms. She makes the class harder than it is.

1.0
4.0
BIOL3401
Grade: B-
Mar 21, 2022

AVOID THIS PROFESSOR AT ALL COSTS. She is insensitive about family deaths, serious illness, etc. She is rude and grades harshly.

So many papers
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B
Apr 1, 2022

I took her for bio 1407 lab and man was it bad. She was never there. She would work from home and have her TA's do everything. The class was easy and rating would be better if I could rate the TA instead. She didn't care for excuses at all so don't bother with deaths or covid.

Participation matters
Group projects
1.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Apr 10, 2022

She is the worst! I have her for Lab and she does not even know her terms right. Her class is all over the place and every week you have about 7 items due. Her exams are a nightmare. You have to memorize every class, phylum, subphylum, etc. and she just laughs about it, like it's either you know it or you don't.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO1402
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2022
Would take again

I had Dr. Schuenzel for 2 labs, this course and also microbiology lab. She is an awesome lab professor. Her lectures and reviews prepare you for midterms and finals to a T, which a lot of other biology professors unfortunately don't do. She gives a lot of extra credit opportunity at the end of the semester also!

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B
May 13, 2022

This class was a little difficult, lots of homework and class but all given a week to do, so plenty of time. Very blunt email replies but nonetheless she was accessible outside of the class. The TA made lab super enjoyable. Tests were super difficult if you didn't study, she does give study guides. Extra credit given at the end of the semester.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
3.0
4.0
BIO1401
Grade: B
May 15, 2022
Would take again

Don't take her if you're not ready to put time aside for her class. I did fairly well in her class for not 100% understanding the concepts. She was funny and would try to keep the conversation going. The work load is manageable She gives 4 long essays like 5-6 pages.

1.0
5.0
BIO1406
Grade: C-
Oct 24, 2022

This lady is so difficult. So many notes and so much material. 5 question quizzes. Tough grader on essay exams. She teaches in layman's terms but tests you in scientific terms. Only her and the textbook are correct!!!! No one else! She is making this very challenging for no good reason and she makes you do group quizzes. The labs are worse.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Grade: C+
Nov 18, 2022

Horrible professor. Extremely hard to get in contact with and does not care when it comes to family matters and not being able to show up for an exam or class in general. Never once did she show up to class, everything was taught by the TA. I would not recommend taking her at all.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
3.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B+
Nov 23, 2022

She wasn't really ever in lab, it was run by the TA and she was okay, kind of monotone. Dr. Schuenzel does post video lectures that you are expected to see outside of class. There is a lot of lab assignments some easy but the drawings are time consuming. Her lab practicals are a nightmare and require a ton of memorization.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Test heavy
4.0
2.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2022
Would take again

I took Professor Schuenzel's lab for 1407 but I had a TA. I think the TA you get is important. My TA was pretty fair. Sign-in sheet for attendance, lots of specimen drawings, prelab & post-lab quiz for each class (no lockdown). Midterms & finals aren't weighted heavily instead lab & bibliography assignments (5 summaries of published papers).

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
2.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B-
Dec 22, 2022
Would take again

She is not teaching the lab, for us, there was a TA. Each Monday and Friday a zoom meeting was organized to discuss the prelab and post-lab. I recommend you watch those since the meeting is detailed on what to do and also read the PowerPoint.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
4.0
3.0
BIOL1406
Grade: B
Jan 4, 2023
Would take again

I was so scared to take Bio, but schuenzel was straight to the point and super organized. ALL the assignments and tests are in the syllabus, she won't surprise you with pop quizzes or anything. She allows regrades for essays and quizzes which helped a lot and aren't due til the end of the semester. She grades fairly and is not too strict on it.

Group projects
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
1401
Grade: B+
Feb 1, 2023
Would take again

I had her for Biology 1401 fall semester. She assigned a fair amount of work it wasn't overwhelming. Her grading was fair and she was pretty clear about what she wanted when it came to the assignments and essays. She offers lots of extra credit opportunities and even drops your lowest grade at the end of the semester. I recommend taking her class

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
BIO1406
Grade: B+
Mar 7, 2023
Would take again

SHe was very straightforward with her lectures and always gave the opportunity for regrades.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B-
Mar 30, 2023

This class is not as hard as people make it out to be, however, the exams are very difficult. Some days you might have 6 items due on Monday, but its not too hard. This class shouldn't be your first option but if you have no other options take this class. The whole class was thought was a TA and Dr. Schuenzel was never available outside of class.

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
4.0
4.0
BIO1402
Grade: B+
Apr 26, 2023

I took her for Biology 1 and 2 because she is great at lecturing. Her notes are super helpful and she makes sure you understand difficult concepts but there are NO tests only quizzes and 4 major essays. The essays have long criteria but are not due right away you have mostly all semester to work on them but they are super time consuming.

Lecture heavy
3.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B+
May 9, 2023

Her personality on zoom was nice but her emails not so much very straightforward and sometimes blunt so beware I would avoid emailing her had her for lab she will go over the pre lab and lab exercises to help make lab less stressful if you want to communicate and have the most pleasant experience please wait until after the end of your zoom meeting

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Online Savvy
4.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A
May 9, 2023
Would take again

I had her for lab and she goes over the exercises and pre labs over zoom which is super helpful. She gives you a list of everything that will be on the exam, so as long as you study that you'll be good. There is a mini paper that is most of your grade but it isn't hard. Notebook assignments were meticulous.

Clear grading criteria
3.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A+
May 11, 2023
Would take again

I had her for lab and it was really just about getting your assignments done. We had small assignments to do after every lab, a literature review, and a midterm and final. Biology is hard as it is but in this lab it is possible to get an A without even knowing what is going on. She also gives you the answers on a lot of these assignments.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A+
May 11, 2023
Would take again

CORRECTION:I had her for lab and it was really just about getting your assignments done. We had small assignments to do after every lab, a literature review, and a midterm & final. Biology is hard as it is but in this lab it is possible to get an A without even knowing what is going on. She also gives you the answers on a lot of these assignments.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO1406
Grade: A
May 22, 2023
Would take again

I took Bio 1406 and 1407. Four essays through the semester with the exact criteria. There are also 10 quizes and some participation quizes that will help you. So much extra credit you can use to pass. Although the textbook can be avoid it really help with the essays and quizs but it kind of expensive. Overall, a great and enthusiastic professor.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
5.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2023
Would take again

Took Dr. Schuenzel for lab. She does zoom meetings each Monday and Friday going over pre-lab and post-lab assignments and answers the questions along with the class so make sure to watch the recordings! Exams are like the study guides and practice test. The in-person lab can be super easy depending on what TA you get.

Participation matters
Accessible outside class
Online Savvy
1.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Dec 2, 2023

I took her for Bio 2 lecture, she gives 2 in class essay exams in which she gives the prompt and 5 minutes to read over anything to answer, after that everything needs to be put away. She gives 4 outside essay exams in which she does not clearly elaborate what she wants, and is such a tough grader. The only ones correct are the textbook and her.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 3, 2023

Expect lots of essays in this class for exams and Hw. Her instructions for the essays are not clear and she then takes off points for things that weren't specified. Tough grader gives little to no feedback on why she took points off. Attendance is grade, bc she'll do in class participation activities for grade. Avoid if you want to save your GPA!!!

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Dec 4, 2023

I don't know why she has so many good reviews, but please do not take her if you want an A. This course was beyond difficult. If you're working, even part time, and attending school full-time, you won't have the time to complete all the assignments nor the extra credit. She's a tough grader and the exams are all essays.

Tough grader
So many papers
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2023

Dr. Schuenzel is a good professor, her class consists of 4 essay written exams. However, she does allow you to use all lecture notes to write your essay AND you can use information from the textbook. The book isn't mandatory but it was helpful for a few essays. Attendance matters! This class wasn't easy but getting an A isn't impossible!

Tough grader
So many papers
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO1406
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2023
Would take again

Great biology professor, very passionate about what she teaches and includes some humor in her lectures. There are a total of 10 quizzes, 2 in-class essay exams, and 4 outside essay exams. You are allowed to do corrections for your quizzes and outside essays, and online lectures are available. Not hard to get an A/B.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
4.0
2.0
BIO1401
Grade: B+
Feb 28, 2024
Would take again

She was a great professor; she writes notes during her lectures. There are no tests in class, but there are 4 essays which count as the tests. The grading criteria for the essays are clear. If you turn in essays on time, she gives you a chance to submit a regrade. If essays are not turned in on time, there is no point deduction.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A+
Apr 17, 2024

Took her for lab, omg so much work its like 7 different items due every week plus papers. I would not take this one for lab; avoid at all costs.

Tough grader
Participation matters
So many papers
5.0
1.0
BIOL1107
Grade: A
May 9, 2024
Would take again

She was only my lab instructor and had a T.A. for the physical lab but would lecture on Fridays via zoom. I actually enjoyed learning from her and wished I had taken the lecture too. Her course consists of a lot of homework and she allowed redos and makeups if you didn't get the grade you wanted the first time. She also offers extra credit :)

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
1.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A
Sep 11, 2024

This lady is whack, her lectures are all over the place. She thinks she's a scientist or something goes on rants about weird things. Boring class overall

Group projects
Beware of pop quizzes
2.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A
Oct 13, 2024

Horrible teacher. Do not take. She has a condescending attitude towards her students and if that wasnt enough, her lecture notes barely have any info so you have to search everything up. When you read this in the future during registration, i am actually begging you not to take her, she really is that bad and shouldnt be "teaching" a college class.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
1.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 20, 2024

I usually dont do this but i felt like i should warn prospective students who want to take her. Erin is definitely knowledgeable in her works but she is not suited to be a teacher. She isnt good at teaching and doesnt have enough content on her slides so going to class is a must. Overall, this class was definitely harder than a&p1 imo...

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A-
Dec 11, 2024

I love biology but this professor made me dread going to class ! She would mostly talk about her research works and made lecture unbearable. Not only that she's very rude when you try and ask her something whether in person or through email. Take someone else who actually wants to be a professor and doesn't just want the title

Participation matters
Group projects
So many papers
3.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B
Feb 9, 2025

This class has a heavy workload, with lots of essays and assignments due every week. The professor is a tough grader, but attendance is important, and the textbook can be helpful for some essays. Unstuck study proved a useful study tool alongside the lecture notes.

1.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 28, 2025

worst lab ive ever taken DROP HER DROP EHR LAB HER LECTUREEVERYTHING

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 28, 2025

DO NOT fall for these FAKE positive reviews DO NOT take her class DO NOT believe this propaganda i bet the professor herself wrote these FAKE POSITIVE REVIEWS report her because who ever hired her NEEDS TO GET FIRED ASWELL this isnt a lab THIS IS ENSLAVEMENT she had me working on a ESSAYS I DIDNTY KNOW I SIGNED UP FOR ENLGLISH INSTEAD ON BIO LAB

Tough grader
1.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A
Mar 3, 2025

This teacher cares for no one other than herself. She is here for the title of being a professor rather than actually doing her job yet somehow makes it ridiculously difficult to get a good grade. If you want an entitled "professor" then here you go.

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIOL3230
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 26, 2025

for bio majors, you will be forced through the torture that is Bio informatics lab, kicking and screaming. Three "exams" that take hours to complete with VERY specific requirements. If you don't do things EXACTLY her way, prepare to suffer. She is infamous for being a bad prof. don't bother trying to get an A. She also has a staring problem.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2025

Absolutely horrible professor. Extremely disrespectful inside and outside of class. Treats you like a first grader and is extremely arrogant since you don't know the subject. Never kept up with our TA, even they had a hard time ever being able to reach her. Convinced she's a professor solely for the title, not for educating. AVOID IF POSSIBLE.

Tough grader
1.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B+
May 7, 2025

It is extremely hard to contact her since she never replies to emails or her office hours.

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B-
May 9, 2025

Worst lab professor I've ever had the displeasure of taking. She never communicated expectations, only cared about herself, never EVER answered her emails, was rude in general, never even got to see her in person, among other things. AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!!!!!! Somebody fire her, please.

Tough grader
2.0
4.0
BIOL1407
Grade: B
Aug 27, 2025

I took BIOL 1407 Lab with her as the instructor. The in-class professor was pretty cool, but Ms. Schuenzel had us read a lot of papers and write reviews; she even had us write a review on our peers' reviews. Hard on grading grammar, spelling, etc (30% of grade). Lots of artwork, easy homework, and difficult exams, but they were ony 10% of the grade

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
2.0
4.0
BIO1402
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 16, 2025

This class requires so much and she is not great at giving clear outlines. I felt very lost in class and would constantly ask questions only to be answered in very passive aggressive tones, indicating I should already know what I am asking about. Quizzes are worth the majority of your grade and she structures them in very difficult ways.

Tough grader
So many papers
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A
Nov 8, 2025

Dont take this prof ever seriously worst prof ever , she makes us do so much research shes just upset that students dont want to go into research

So many papers
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIOL1407
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

There are 4 essay exams out of class and 2 in-class, with about 10 quizzes. All except in-class essays are available to regrades. Essays are very straight forward and easy A's. Lecture's do include lots of notes and attendance is taken. Class is easy as long as you aren't lazy.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
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