This is without a doubt a difficult class. Prof. Holland's tests are not easy but manageable. Her grading of essay questions is fair but her multiple choice questions are tricky. Overall she is a good instructor who realizes that most of us will not become Microbiologists but health care professionals and therefore don't need to know everything.

I really like the way she gives us the lecture notes so that we don't have to spend all of our time struggling to write. She's really organized, and tells it like it is.

Gina was concise, organized and helpful. She covered all of the material that was on the tests, and made sure we understood the material we would be tested on. She was funny and engaging, and always willing and available to help with problem. That being said, she was VERY thorough, and the material was challenging.

Yes, she's a nice person. HHOWEVER, she does not know what a QUIZ is. Her quizzes consists of more than 30 questions, and we have to complete it within 25 mins! In addition, her labs will make you want to jump off a cliff! Trust me, you have a better chance of winning the lottery than studying hard and getting an A in her lab.

At first, I thought she was a horrible teacher, but once I started reading the chapters prior to the lecture everything became clear. Her lectures are entertaining and informative, but her tests tend to be tricky. She has really lightened up towards the end of the semester. You just have to do your part and stop blaming her if you're being lazy.

Interesting class I admitt, but do not even trying taking this class if you have absolutely no background knowledge on different diseases and biology information. The lectures tend to get a bit more repitive than other courses offered, but in the end, she really knows what she is talking about and has some really hilarious comments.

Her bio 321 class is by far the hardest class i have taken in my life. Her tests are very very tricky. Its multiple choice, but she incorporates letters a-e on the scan tron. I had all A's this semester, except for this class. I failed her class. I am NOT looking forward to retaking this class again.

Because of all the negative ratings on against Prof Holland, I was very worried about taking her but I had to for my schedule. What I found was that she is great. She is very clear about what to study, she covers it all in class as well. She does expect that we are in class to learn though so if you don't want that, enroll with an adjuct and chill.

I don't know how Professor Holland got bad ratings! She is an amazing teacher who really knows her stuff and cares about her students. She answered everyone's questions all the time. Her class is hard and so are her tests, but she gives you all the tools to succeed. It is entirely up to you, but if you are lazy, you will fail!

I had microbio. Dr Holland is hard to get to know....but once you do she pretty charming and funny. She knows her material and knows her material. She is a bit opinionated about certain things and will let you know how she feels. I had an enjoyable experience in her class...but I can see how she would rub some people the wrong way.

Professor Holland was great. She is very clear about what she expects from students and their work. Her tests were easy because she tells us exactly what to study for. If you study, you can't fail. For Bio 342, there's a research paper and one group presentation. It's not hard.

Weekly quizzes that are exactly what is on the Powerpoint that she reads from in class. You can just download the PP and take all the quizzes and get an easy A. Some very easy presentations here and there. Grades generously. Curves lightly. Loves answering questions. Unfortunately, she lets people have private conversations in class.

Prof Holland is amazing. She is kind, funny, helpful, and knows her material. If you want to be a slacker, don't take this course. But if you want to learn and are serious about it, I would recommend her. The class is VERY challenging and you have to work hard, but if you put in the time, you will be rewarded. Highly recommend!

This class was easy! Weekly quizzes and exams are straight off her powerpoints. No need to get any of the textbooks - I didn't open them once. There is one group presentation, one individual presentation and one research paper due. Just study the powerpoints, do your work and you'll get a good grade.

You must attend every class and expect to study apx 20 hours a week for a good grade. Do not slack off! Tests are based on the lecture slides and the notes you take in class. There are lots of bonus questions, so getting an A is possible if you study! Prof Holland is very nice and approachable, has a great sense of humor and knows her stuff!

GREAT MICRO TEACHER! YOU WANT A GOOD GRADE? STUDY OF THE POWER POINTS, WRITE EVERYTHING SHE WRITES ON THE BOARD, TAKE PICTURES OF THE MICROBES, MAKE FLASHCARDS, AND STUDY EVERY NIGHT 3-5+ HOURS. USE THE BOOK ONLY AS A REFERENCE, IF YOU DONT UNDERSTAND THE NOTES. IT IS COLLEGE, WONT BE EASY. GOOD LUCK AND STUDY HARD!!! ITLL BE WORTH IT AT THE END.

I took this course 2 semesters ago, so it's been a little while, but I remember Prof. H. was a kind lady. Any BIOL class can be a little hard to grasp, but the tests & HW weren't very hard as long as you put in some effort & study. She gave us study guides for quizzes/tests. Overall, pretty easy B, & an A shouldn't be too hard either!

Simply put Dr. Holland is the best teacher I have ever had. She is very passionate about Micro and it shows. If you want an easy A then she is not the teacher for you. BUT if you want to acquire the techniques needed to succeed in college and career, then she's it. You will learn to be thorough at everything. An A is all up to you not Dr. Holland.

Dr. Holland is a great professor. Granted I took this class after receiving my BS, but she is more than fair. Plus she offers up to 10 extra credit points on each lecture exam and 20 extra credit points on each lab practical. Study both the lecture powerpoints and study guides she posts online and you will get an A no problem.

Take her!! One of the best biology teacher I have ever taken. Provides study guides for all the exam. Gives you hint on what will be on the exam. If she writes something on the board, that means it will b on the exam. Esp the tables. Multiple choice questions n short answers on lecture exam. She curves all the exams. Very helpful and understanding.

Easy class, easy pass. Just study the lecture materials and attend class everyday. Lots of extra credit too, so don't let those them slip by.

Dr. Holland is great and cares about how well you do so long as you do too. She is very helpful, available, and offers a ton of extra credit (you will need them). Plus, she is funny! Some things could be clearer and labs could coincide with lecture a lot more but I def recommend her. Just study, study, and study some more.

Do not take this professor if you are looking for an easy A. Professor Holland is demanding and at times, exhausting. Study groups are a must if you want a good grade. That said, you will learn a lot from her and she is passionate about the subject. She is engaging as well and had us laughing throughout the semester. Extra credit on exams :)

This class is hard and you will need to put in a lot of study time. Not an easy class but if you study, off her PowerPoint lectures, student notes, study guides, and book, you should do okay. She's a great teacher but it's a very hard subject! Study!

Now that I'm at UC Davis, I really appreciate professors like Dr. Holland! She is willing to help you understand if you're willing to take the time. If you think her tests are too hard, transitioning to a university is going to be tough.

Professor Holland is an amazing teacher! She is knowledgable, intelligent, cares about her students and tries to make this hard material as clear as possible. She tells you what you are expected to know, very organized with lecture slides, students notes, practice tests she provides. Lots of extra credit on every test, and did I say HILARIOUS?

Nice and funny lady! She answered all questions that I had. I got an A in her class and all I did really was read through the labs. Lab practicals are a little tough, but just go through the labs and the notes and you'll do fine.

Good class. If you've already taken a hard class like Bio 430/431 and did well with good study habits, then this class will be a piece of cake. Not the most engaging lectures, but you'll learn some interesting things.

This professor is funny, her class was very easy for me being a biology major. She doesn't require a book and all the information need is in the PP lecture so make sure you show up and you should do very well!! She make the class fun and goes off topic that are fun, but will defiantly turn you into a germaphobe by the end of the semester.

Easiest of the bio classes I've taken at SCC, but I still suggest ramping up your study habits before you take this course. I suspect that the students that didn't do well need to be spoon fed the info. Seriously, just read the book, lab manual, and your notes. Study and quit crying. This is college :)

Prof. Holland was one of the best professors Ive had so far. She covers a LOT but gives you everything you need to succeed. If you understand how college works, put in the study time, and ask plenty of questions, she will help you and you can easily get an A. The class is HARD but doable. STUDY and take notes. She wants you to succeed.

Lots of material, but not difficult. Don't expect to be spoonfed. Expect to study. Easy to get an "A" if you do the work. Seriously, easy class if you keep up and do the work. Read all of the material, read all of the labs. Not as difficult as these whiny babies below say she is.

Just keep up. You don't need to study everyday, but start studying a week before the lab practicals and exams. Labs are easy. Content is easy. Lecture is easy. I just studied on the weekends, and not every week. Gina is cool and will answer your questions. Don't be intimidated. She's nice.

Biology with any proffesor is go hard or go home,test were bases on material no suprises, i could have easilly gotten them all right if i studied extra, Had Holland for Lecture and Lab and passed with an A, everyone that is complaining will probably complain about the next class, study Hard that simple and you pass especially with lots of E.C

I took Microbio with her this past summer 2019 and it was the toughest class I ever took in my entire career as a student. (already have a BA from a UC) However, Prof. Holland was super kind and polite and did everything she could to help out the class. She offered A LOTTTT of extra bonus points on every single exam and lab prac. Very nice lady.

Her lectures are really interesting. Really amazing professor and this is the best class I have ever taken. Hands down the quality of the lecture are SO MUCH BETTER than the classes at UCD. For this class: IF YOU STUDIED HARDA, you reap what you sow. Stop expecting an A without putting work in. This is literally so much easier than classes at UCD.

Prof Holland made Microbiology approachable and the knowledge from this class is already paying off. Do not listen to the other negative reviews. Microbio requires putting effort if you want an A regardless. Undergrad UCD sci classes are harder than this (not to say this class is easy). Prof Holland's structure will prepare for that if you transfer

work heavy but gives lots of opportunity for extra credit. great teacher. pre-recorded voice-over powerpoints as lecture. uses proctorio. 3 lecture exams, 2 lab exams, lab quiz each week, and a comprehensive final. she makes it very easy to succeed in the class, it up to you to put the work in.