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“Orech is one of the best professors I have had”
BIO202 - 5.0 rating“Orech is an amazing professor”
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Reviews (134)
He is cool with you as long as you come to class.
If you miss class you will miss what is on the test
He is an amazing professor and I will recommend anyone to take his class. You will get an A as long as you come to class, take notes, study and pay attention.
The lab book for his course is all you will truly need for a resource. Make sure to pay attention and be respectful! Write down everything and you will pass. He doesn't give pop quizzes or put material that was not taught on exam or quizzes. Its all black and white!
Great professor & great teacher. Go to class and you will have a successful semester.
Great teacher and very helpful. Recommend you take him. Be ready to study and work
Dr francis is a respected instructor who gives more explanation in class every time.
He is a good professor he gives very good feedback takes his time and explains the material. If you miss once class then your likely to fall behind. His test are hard they make you think and apply the information
Dr. Orech is my guy. He makes the content easily understood. He also makes you work harder, compelling you to optimize your potential.
Very helpful and nice professor
He is one of my favorite teach on this school. He really knows how to teach everything he gave during his lecture you will find it on the exam make no mistake about it. He did not take the attendance for this class, but he knows everyone on this class.
He's the best bio professor on the campus ! Not even exaggerating! as long as you come to class and take the notes and actually study them you will pass , absolutely everything he writes on the board is on the test & he doesn't give homework
Dr. Orech's tests are never a surprise. You always have to study and go to class but he is a great instructor.
Orech is a great teacher. Most challenging teacher I have had so far too and I'm a Junior. There is no homework but your study time replaces that because if you don't study, I highly doubt you're passing his tests. He expects the best out of every student and brings out the best as well. I would take his class again.
Dr. Orech is a great professor. He's clear about what you need to know and when there will be exams. If you attend class everyday, take notes, and STUDY you will walk out of that class with An A. He's easily one of my favorite professors on campus.
The best professor I've had at umes! His teaching is VERY clear and understanding. You will learn a lot of interesting things in this class. I strongly recommend this teacher to any students that is planning to take this course in the future. You will definitely leave that classroom with a lot of knowledge!
The tests you take are very equivalent to the tests being taken.
He is a great teacher, you will do good as long as you put in effort and study. If you don't come to class you will not pass.
I would take this class again if he taught it. I really learned a lot in his class. Great instructor!
Tests are literally word for word what he writes on the board. If you fail it's your own fault.
He was amaing. I took this class before with a different professor and didn't learn anything. I went to his class and learned everything I need to go on to the next level. Def would take him again.
The class was challenging but it was very straightforward. The tests covered everything that we were assigned to study.
Great professor help me realize Anatomy more and in details.
Great professor. Very helpful and clear of what is expected. Take notes & study
Dr Orech is an amazing instructor. On the first day of class he stated in order to pass you have to come to class, copy everything that is written on the board, and study. I did exactly that and I didn't have any issues passing the class. The way he taught the material was easy to understand.
Dr. Orech is by far the best professor that I've encountered. Not only does he care about his students, but he is passionate about his filed of study. He wants his students to learn and take his class serious. Not only did I pass the course but most importantly I gained a better understanding in AP 1 and AP2. I definitely recommend Dr. Orech!
Dr. Orech is one of the best professors I have had. I took A&P 1 at Wor Wic with him this semester and he was awesome. If you come to class and listen you will have no problem passing. He genuinely wants each student to do well and will always help you out if you have questions. I wish I could take A&P 2 with him!
Dr. Orech is an amazing professor! He has a passion for science/biology and wants his students to succeed. He expects a lot from his students but he is also willing to help in any way that he can. I wish he was teaching A&P 2 at Wor-Wic. Thank you, Dr. Orech!!
I am very satisfied with what I had learned this semester. Such a big change in my education. I have not even thought that anatomy could be that interesting. Dr. Orech is very helpful and he knows what is the most important part for students to know. Always helps with any concerns and wish his student to pass with better grades. I enjoyed it!!!
Dr. Orech was my teacher at Wor-Wic for A&P I , he makes it clear throughout the semester what he expects from you and that he does his part but you have to do yours. His tests were slightly challenging but it's to make you fully understand the concept and he's always willing to help further explain things to you. Makes you work for your grade.
He is a good professor but the class is very difficult and tedious. You will have a test at least once a week. You HAVE to study for the class or YOU WILL NOT PASS! There is no homework or extra credit. You must attend class to get the notes as well. Do not trust anyone's notes but your own. Everything he writes on the board will be on the test.
you have to go to class, you have to study. you have to prove what you know on all tests
This lab seems like a chilled lab compared to the lecture BIOL 231 but do not let the fool you. Get the textbook ASAP so you won't fall behind on the exercises that you have to do as you move along in the lecture. If you wait until the night before to try to do all the exercises than you will be up ALL NIGHT! STUDY HARD! GO TO THE LAB, DON'T SKIP!
Great Class!
Dr. Orech is a great professor. He expects his students to be great. If you need help he is there to help. He is clear about what you need to know and what will be on the exams. There is an exam once mainly due to no homework or quizzes. All you need to do is show up, take notes, participate in discussions, study your notes and you will pass.
Dr. O teaches in a very systematic way so that his students will have a higher advantage of grasping the material. He does his part by instructing and not just reading from the power-point slides. As long as you study and do not miss any classes you will past the course.
Exams only. If you miss class then your missing important notes. He's respected and easy to get in touch with.
He is fair and reasonable. Hard to do well if you miss class. The class will be easy if you study regularly.
He is a great professor but your grade will not come easy! You will have to work for it!! He makes Anatomy & Physiology relatable and very understanding. You have to study and attend the class regularly you don't want to miss a day o lecture!
Nothing specific.
Dr. Orech, is a very good teacher who cares a lot about his students whom care about themselves. He loves what he does and loves to share the knowledge that he has with his students. Although the course is very difficult Dr. Orech prepares his students for the next level and what we should expect moving on in our education .
Great teacher. Love his teaching ability and personality. Very committed to his craft and level of intelligence. -Antonio
Picking doctor oreach had to have been the best decision I made. he is a great teacher he lectures differently than other professors taking this course you need to be prepared to study hard and come to class every day. He cares a lot about his students he's a very understanding man.
He teaches and explains every chapter in Anatomy in-depth without relying too much on PowerPoint. Also ensures that you understand what he is teaching with lots of diagrams. He wants student to read and learn so his exams only cover what he talks about in class. He's a fantastic teacher that treats every student with respect and very jovial too.
He is a great professor
Great Professor! There aren't any surprises on the exam if attend all classes. Very personable and tries his best to help you understand the material.
Dr. Orech is probably the most unique professor you can take at UMES. He puts in the work to break the infomation on a white board so that you won't be staring at a powerpoint the whole time. He grades tests hard so you better take excellenct notes and read hard. Overall, he is a cool and funny guy but at the same time you better respect him. -J.P.
Class is straight forward information. Therefore, it is easy to understand with proper preparation.
Good professor, makes you work for your grade but with his teaching style you will understand. Doesn't read off of notes, everything is from the top of his head.
Dr. Orech sets the standard for lecturers, and he sets the bar high. He has a unique way to make a class like A&P relate to every day life. Dr. Orech has a clear and concise grading policy, and is easily accessible outside of class. Dr. Orech lectures purely from memory rather than a power point, and it is clear he practices what he preaches.
Dr. Orech is very enthusiastic when teaching Anatomy & Physisology. He doesn't teach from powerpoints and everything that he teaches is on the test. His accent may be heavy but he makes sure the information is understood. Missing one class WILL set you back. Exams are hand written meaning 99.9% of short answers. BE PREPARED TO LEARN!
Awesome teacher. What ever he teaches in class is more than 100% on the final. Come to class, study for the tests and you'll get a well deserved A or B depending on how much you write.
He's a great professor
great teacher. amazing lectures. don't miss class. exam heavy
Orech is a great professor. You never have to guess what will be on the exam. Come to all lectures Take notes,Because everything noted during lecture will be on the exam.
Dr. O is one the coolest professors on this campus, he'll push you to your full potential because he knows what you can do. He just wants to see you work hard and you'll recieve the grade you earned.
Dr. O is one of the best professors on campus. He really works with you and if you need help on anything, he'll take the time out to help you. The way he teaches makes you remember information easily and it helps you in the long run.
DR.O is one of a kind professor. He has amazing work ethic and wants you to excel. He wants you to study every week. At first you are like what why you doing to much but then you understand why. If you pay attention in class that's literally the exams. STUDY ALL OF THAT I PROMISE YOU WILL GET AN A! you remember everything he teachers you as well!!
Dr.O is great. I appreciate him trying to make it easy for us to connect the notes to real life. I also appreciate when he would tell us what would exactly be on the exams, leaving no questions unanswered. He actually cares about our success.
The best professor i have had at this university, he's understanding, makes you work hard to earn a good grade in the course ,while also helping you along the way so that you actually learn and understand the material that is being taught.
If Dr. Orech really sees you trying he will help you the best he can. Great professor and cares about his students. I would define take him again.
Very knowledgeable and you can see his passion for teaching, which makes learning enjoyable. Great lectures.
One of the best professors in the University, if not the best instructor! very clear, understandable, and knowledgeable about the material he presents.
One of the best professors I've ever had. He takes time to explain material/concepts. Doesn't just read PowerPoint, actually TEACHES! Pay attention, he'll cover everything you need to know on exams. Exams aren't easy, no T/F or multiple choice, know the material. Just pay attention and show up! He has an abundance of enthusiasm/passion.
BEST TEACHER AT UMES!
Very amazing teacher. Very difficult class but he gives you the information to pass. The most I've learned in a college class happy I've taken it.
I love they way he teaches. There was a lot of test but I like that because we went over a lot of material. Finish one chapter take a test. Study group is key in this class. Plus you need good notes.
Be prepared to learn. The class is fast paced, but understandable. You will not be tested on anything that you didn't write down or was said doing class. The lab reflect off of class which gives you better understand of what was taught in lecture. The most important part is to do your part and show up because he will do his part and teach.
Amazing professor. You have to pay attention in his class and whatever he writes you write. There is a test almost every week and it is all short answer. You will be tested on everything he writes and usually the exam is in the order he taught . He is fair and will give you respect if you give him respect. Just show up for class and pay attention.
Dr. Orech is the best teacher I have ever had before. He scared me at the beginning of the semester because he expressed that the class was going to be tough... That was not a lie. Please attend class. Skipping class is a big NO NO. You have to study A LOT. But overall, He is a great teacher, funny and a little crazy(lol). Would take again!!!!!
Takes time to actually teach the information, and makes you learn it not just to pass the test but so that you can know the information and apply it in real life situations. Also, accessible outside of the class if you need help grasping the information. Passes back tests quick so you can know your grade and see mistakes. Great teacher.
Great Professor. Very caring and he wants to see you excel and understand the material. By the end of this class you will know so much information! Be prepared to study hard because there is a test almost every week but if you study all the notes it will not be that difficult. Overall Great Professor!!
Great person and a great professor. The class was worth it. Go to class everyday and take notes. This class cannot be taken lightly. My personal advice would be to not take this class if you are already taking challenging classes that requires a lot of attention. If i had been in better circumstances, I would take this class again and get an A !!
Outstanding professor. You should be able to pass the class with flying colors, as long as you take excellent notes and study everyday. Be sure not to miss any class because each class is important information you should never miss. You have to pay attention!
Dr. Orech is a great teacher. He puts the information in its simplest form in order for his students to better understand. His class was one of the highlights of this semester because it was the first I actually understood the content and did well on the tests and I am looking forward to taking his class again next semester.
Show up to class, He breaks things down for the best comprehension and is more effective then reviewing the material individually.
Hes a great teacher. Breaks everything down, makes things relatable. Doesn't drone on and on like most teachers.
What you put in is what you get out. Best instructor I had at UMES. A man of great passionate not just for teaching, but for the subject itself. On top of the lecture, he provides us with News on what is going on in the world of science and how we as students should look more into it. A wise teacher and I'm grateful to have him as an instructor
Great professor! Force you to learn. One of my favorite professor
best teacher at umes!! very dedicated and wants to see you win
Has lots of knowledge, great teacher, understanding
Great professor! Makes you work for your grade! All test are made exactly from what he teaches. Miss 1 class and youll miss an entire section on a test.
Study your notes and you'll be fine
Great professor! Makes you work for your grade! All test are made exactly from what he teaches. Teaches straight from his head. PowerPoints are rarely used.
He will do his part its up to you to do yours.
He teaches differently from other teachers. Dr. O actually cares that you not only know the material but understand it
Hes passionate about what he teaches and thoroughly explains what hes teaching. Taking notes is the most important key to passing his class. His notes are exactly what they test is on. There are frequent test on each chapter, but he cares about the students and finds it important to know the material at your fingertips.
Orech is one of the very, very few teachers that I like on this campus. He actually shows he cares about his students and sincerely wants us to learn. Hes a challenging teacher, but wants us to succeed in the future. Best teacher Ive had in my whole duration of college.
Dr. Orech is by far the best professor I've ever had. He teaches with passion unlike most professors. You will learn a lot so make sure you take notes everyday. He's very understanding, If the course is getting a little hard you can always talk to him.
Dr. Orech is one of my favorite teachers here at UMES. I would definitely take his class again. As far as his grading goes, it can be tough but you get what you deserve. Study, attend class, participate in lab and you pass! As simple as that.
Dr. O is hands down the best professor at UMES. He truly wants you to learn something. He is fun, and makes class interesting- and I consider him a friend. A lot of tests and studying- but you learn so much! I missed class for a conference and he scheduled time outside of class for me to learn the material. He is awesome, & you will love anatomy!
My best professor so far
Dr. Orech is the real MVP. He engages in conversation in class and sincerely wants the best for his students. His tests are extremely straightforward and he doesn't give homework. He tells you what to study and you do Just that. He's a guaranteed pass in his class. He loves to have conversations and tells stories that relate to the lecture. Awesome
Dr. Orech has been a life-changing professor for me. Through his genuine help and concern I was able to develop a stronger work-ethic. Compared to most professors he's certainly the professor to remember. He's quite knowledgeable and he tells stories that are both relevant and hilarious. An all-around great professor. Remember: work hard!
Really good with students and really wants you to try your best. Will grade accordingly so make sure you study! Very funny and can make the class a lot more enjoyable!
Great Teacher, however you miss class your missing a numerous amount of material . Must study for test or you won't pass!!!
He make sure you learn everything you need to know while making it easy to understand
The notes from the lecture is exactly what the test will be. Clearly explains topics and helps students get a better understanding if still confused. You will have to study but its to make you a better student. Really helps you in the long run. A teacher that truly cares about the students and easy to talk to/ understanding of outside problems.
Be ready to study hard cause there are no extra credits. If you fail in some test, he gives you a change to redeem your self with the other upcoming test and you don't have to fail any of them if not he will consider the failing grades. There are no make ups or retake test. "DO NOT MISS A CLASS" he doesn't like it. He is the best teacher.
TAKE DR. O!! If you fail its your fault! He is a great teacher!
Dr. Orech Is an amazing professor. He definitely makes you work for your grade. However, he makes learning very fun and understanding by relating his lecture classes to everyday life. He is one of the professors who come prepared to teach. He don't use power points,but instead he utilizes the board. He comes mentally prepared to teach the class.
Dr. Orech is one of the few professors who care for their students. He makes sure we understand all material before and exam also. I wish I could have him as a professor for every class.
Dr. O is the best teacher at Umes in my opinion. He actually helps his students understand the content and you will always recieve good feedback on exams. If you are absent in class alot you wont pass because you honestly need to be there so you wont miss anything.
You know how long long ago we had teachers who actually cared about students learning now we have teachers that clocking and clock out ... they only ... well this is one of the only few teachers that we have left here on earth that actually cares. Take the class!!!! you won't be disappointed.
Dr. Orech is THE BEST . I REPEAT , THE BEST professor on this campus. People in this profession just don't hear often enough, but he does. He prepares you for life...... the things I've learned in his class even years from now I will still remember then... His teaching allows you to learn and understand , not just to memorize information.
Dr. O is hands-down the best instructor I have ever had. He is passionate, funny, and extremely smart. He teaches straight from his brain. He has never once used a powerpoint during his lecture; I applaud that greatly b/c PP's can be borrow. If you are interested in the human body, which everyone should be, take his class!!
Dr. Orech is an amazing professor. In fact, he his the superstar of the Department of Natural science. He cares about the success of his students, very funny and loves to converse with his students. He makes learning very fun, understanding and interactive. Make sure to come to class and take good notes and you will Succeed SIMPLE!
If you are looking for an easy grade do not take Dr. Orech. However if you are looking to learn then Dr. Orech is the right person to teach. Anatomy and physiology is hard but if you follow along with him and actually try then you will pass his class.
Overall good teacher , easy understanadble lectures
There is all ways room for improvement, no such one is perfect. The professor showed up did his work and made sure that all of us as students are learning and understanding the concept of the course. He spend extra time after class to explain more one on one . I recommend that he continue teaching this course and to make him a full time professor
Amazing, you get what you work for -OSO
Orech is by far one of the best professors on campus. He teaches in a way that forces you to not only understand and learn the material, but in a way that won't let you forget what you learned even after you leave his class. As long as you go to class and make yourself known to him, he'll look out for you. You can tell that he loves what he does.
Dr. Orech has a passion for what he does and easily identifies with his students. His concepts and teaching methods allows for easy learning. There is no spoon feeding and opens up the student mind to analytical thinking. His role as a professor is not merely prestige, he has earned his position because he knows what and how to deliver his contents
He gives a lot of information thats specific. He looks for detail on tests. Theres no multiple choice. The class may be hard through the semester but at the end youll appreciate that he was very detailed. I did since I want to be a doctor. Theres no homework/extra credit. Hes upfront, and if you miss a class youll feel it at test time.
Good man
He is a great professor. Put the time in to study your notes and it should be a breeze.
Take notes Your notes an everything he says in lecture are basically your exams. I recorded the lectures and that definitely helped
He is a good professor and makes sure every student in class is focused. The professor want us to be more serious and engage to get in a study group with our classmates. I encourage future students to take him as your professor. The class is fair that he wouldn't mind to help you with anything with the course.
Dr. O is definitely a great teacher to take. I have this man for one of my graduate level courses and he has helped so MUCH!!!!.
HE IS A VERY HARD GRADER. Hes also late to class very often. Not to mention, he often rambles during lectures.
Great lectures!!
He makes his class extremely hard to pass! Not to mention hes very selfish with his students. He feels as though his class is top priority over any other class.
Great professor, very informative, specific, and intelligent. Grades fair, but exams are a lot of information covered. Hes also very funny... Ive had him for three different classes now and have enjoyed him each time.
Great Professor overall. He teaches very thoroughly and doesn't have any surprises on the exams. Whatever he writes on the board is on the exam. Makes class interesting and doesn't read off hundreds of slides like other professors.
Be prepared to study for this class, its for your own good. If you can write your notes on a blank piece of paper without looking at your original notes, then you will get As on your exams. Take advantage of using the lab; great way to learn concepts with 3-D visuals. Dr. O is always willing to further explain anything you do not understand.
Great Instructor
He gives a test every week. It sounds like a lot but it actually helps to learn and understand the material better. All of the notes he gives he writes on the board and that is what will be on the exam. He is an amazing teacher and cares about his students
Goes over the material and teaches it very well.
He was an easy teacher when I took him for A&P 1. He literally makes the test based off of the notes that he teaches on the board (he hates using the power point). If you take down every single notes and study them. You will pass in no time.
Love how the class was taught everything that Mr.O was on the test. Made sure that the test were pretty challenging and if you pay attention it like you not even in class
This professor is very understanding and will work with you if you need assistance. You will have to put in the work for this course and study hard because we take a lot of exams but no midterms or finals which is good. Overall 10/10
This professor is an amazing professor, he takes his time with his students and has a great connection with his students overall.
He's a really cool professor as long as you know the information you'll be fine.
He writes everything on the board in an organized way and we are expected to take notes. Everything he writes/draws you write/draw and the test are on eeeverything he wrote on that board so just study your material. He's really understanding so if you have any obstacles just communicate them with him.
Class Info
Online Classes
100%
Attendance Mandatory
85%
Textbook Required
14%
Grade Predictor
Your expected effort level
Predicted Grade
A-
Grade Distribution
Common Tags
Rating Trend
Stable
-0.04 avg changeRatings by Course
231
5.0
(1)BIOLOGY231
5.0
(1)BOIL233
5.0
(1)BIOL232
5.0
(1)BIO233
5.0
(1)Difficulty by Course
BIOL231
4.0
PLSC184
4.0
BIO232
3.8
AGSC691
3.5
BIO230
3.5