She was great (still is) because she understands that learning is something each individual must attempt in order to fail and gain knowledge. Class was about having fun and exploring anything we wished as long as it related to biology.

Heidi is tough, but fair. A lot of my classmates were whiners! who didn't do the work they needed to. I thought it was interesting and I learned a lit of good stuff.

I really liked this class. We got into a lot of interesting discussions. She doesn't use a lot of powerpoints but posts them online. I thought I would get a higher grade but I learned a lot.

Awesome engaging teacher. Passionate and well informed.

Class is fun, not too tough, and the prof is nice.

Great teacher, grew to like her, bumped heads at first because of things that were not class related but very great teacher!! Who has a passion for what she does one of the few at Bellevue, very funny, and entertaining as well as helpful!! Made me have a greater appreciation for science! Recommend this class if you want to learn more about science

I liked Ms. Richter as a teacher and a person. I would take any class she teaches because she's actually really good at giving feedback and keeps the kids engaged by being funny as well at appropriate moments.

She's the best Bio 100 teacher ever. Very clear on expectations and clear on the material

This class was a bit tough, you have to work for the A, but Ms Richter is there to help. She makes class a fun experience and an easy learning environment.

SHE IS AMAZING WTF YALL NEED TO STOP WHINING I enjoyed her classes, and she didn't LECTURE, she TAUGHT. I was so scared of this class but honestly, she made biology fun. I'm probably going to get a degree in Bio :D AMAZING TEACHER YOU GO HEIDI YAAAAAASSS

I enjoyed this class, teacher, and classmates. I was worried about hard grading but I actually started paying attention and detailing my work so grading got easier. It isn't a hard class, neither are the labs but you need to pay attention and keep up on the quizzes.. Keep up with those and you'll be good to go! My attendance & quizzes got me the C.

Learned a lot of new things in this class. Great teacher . Really chill. Come to class on time and everyday and you'll be good . I would take the class again

At first, I thought the class was going to be extremely tough from reading these reviews but if you work hard, you can definitely get an A!! She is so helpful if you email her (she reviewed me essays before I turned them in) and gives a lot of extra credit! Just actively participate, and do the work, and you will do well! Trust me!

Hard course because you study lots by yourself, outside class, besides hw. Heidi's there for questions, but you basically have to memorize a lot of info yourself. Caution if not majoring in it. However, this was a truly fun class, extra credit to save your grade, and was super engaging. Take if you want great friends. Heidi cares if you do :)

I loved this class! We had to participate in activities and discussions a lot but it made it more interesting. Exams were right off the study guides if you looked at them. You have to go over the lecture slides and readings outside of class but can ask questions in class.

I really enjoyed this class. She cares about you and wants to make sure you do well in the course. I don't like biology much but the class was good.

Loved Ms Richter's class! She taught a college course at the college level. As college students, we shouldn't have any problems writing college level papers or following clear instructions to be able to pass the class. Not saying that is all you have to do to be able to pass, but pay attention like you should and you will get back as much as you put in. She has a lot to teach us, unfortunately there just isn't enough time. I am going to college to learn everything I can and prepare myself for a real career, and she helped me learn what I needed to know to get me to my goal.

I loved Heidi! She really knows her stuff when it comes to science. Her test are difficult just like any other college Biology course but she offers many options throughout the quarter to help improve your grade. I learned a great deal from her. It's not an easy A but possible! If you apply yourself you will do well in this class. I recommend her.

I really like the way Heidi explains things. The comprehensive study guide has everything you need to know in the class. If you go to office hours she'll help you out and give hints what you need to know for the test. This was a hard class, but I learned so much!

This is a tough class but she really wants you to do well. Offered a chance to make up points on the first exam and lots of extra credit. It was a hybrid class so I had to do a lot of work outside of class but it really helped me on the tests. She was always willing to answer questions and work with me when I needed it.

Love Heidi! She truly does care that her students succeed. Your success in her class is directly related to your work ethic, so what you put in to it you get out. She is available for extra help and visiting office hours was really helpful for me. She provides study materials and real-world settings to help course topics stick.

I loved Heidi. She was one of the best teachers I've had in college so far. Although, her tests are pretty hard. I think if you need to take biology you should take it from her because she makes coming to class fun and not very many teachers are like that.

Marine biology was a great class. The tests were based off the study guide and labs. Do those and youll be fine. Had some great field trips and saw some neat animals.

Heidi was a great professor! She was always availble after class if you needed help or just wanted to chat about bats. Her tests were incredibly hard, I would be understanding everything in class, but when the test came I would struggle so much. Compared to the other bio profs she is the hardest one, but I learned alot. Overall great class!

Loved this class! My favorite part was going to the beach and learning about the animlas that live here. The tests were based off the studey guides and if you had questions they were answered in class.

Any science class is hard but Heidi is so personable and caring! She makes the class fun and interesting. Honestly not much homework I can't complain about that. Hardest part is her tests-4 in a quarter, the class averages were always a C or lower. If you're a bad test taker, you must do ALL the hw/labs with best effort and you will pass

My favorite class, 10/10 would recommend. Reading material: online with most 'lecture' learning being done yourself (hybrid class) + through the lab manual work(in class). Class time was used effectively; discussions a/b material, conducting lab work, or review for tests. Definitely talk w/her outside of class with any questions or just to discuss!

She was intimidating at first, but it was clear that she wanted all of us to succeed. She fostered the best learning environment I've ever had. I have a hard time making friends, but by the end of the quarter we were all close and there was very little clique-ness. Do the work--ALL the work.

Great teacher, did lots of group labs and online learn smart assignments. For tests, just use the review materials online and notes in class.

Heidi was an awesome teacher. Focused more on rewarding what you did know than punishing what you didn't. If you did the homework and lab work, it wasn't difficult to pass the tests. Lots of varied assignments and in class assignments. Don't wait until the last minute to do the plastics project. You can bring her any questions you have on ANYTHING.

Heidi was a great professor. If you try and are a good student you will like her. She doesn't put up with students that show they don't care. I thought the class was overall very interesting. It was a bit hard at times but it was also manageable-just keep up with all the work.

Professor Richter was a treat to have. She was always willing to help me and change due dates, as long as I let her know in advance. She would always try to respond to my questions in a short time span, even if it wasn't her office hours. Overall, great teacher, 10/10.

Great teacher, always approachable and is very flexible with due dates when you reach out to her. She believes in second chances and is one of the best teachers at Bellevue College. Love her lectures!

At the beginning of the quarter, I was pretty appalled with workload she gave us, but after getting to know Heidi throughout the quarter, she really does care about you doing well. Yes you will have to do a lot of work outside the class to do good on the tests, but Heidi provided me great resources and encouragement to succeed in this course

Heidi is the kindest and most inspiring professor I had the pleasure of learning from during my time at BC. Biology is a hard subject to grasp, and she will prepare you for higher level classes. She is a genius and will make you one too. She does an amazing job supporting her students & cheering them on. She is approachable & wants you to succeed.

I took her Fall 2022, looking back at first I didn't like her, but over the quarter I realized she's hard on us because she cares that we actually learn the content. She prepared me SO well for BIO260. There's a lot of work, but use each assignment as a chance to learn. When we run into each other in the halls, she asks how I'm doing in my classes

This class was definitely very difficult especially because I took it hybrid and had to do lots of work at home, Heidi was very caring and kind and one of my favorite science teachers ever, however she was a very tough grader and had high standards on exams + labs. Despite that, I learned a lot and enjoyed the class. Be prepared for lots of work!

Professor Heidi is an awesome person. She really wants you to be successful, so she grades hard and puts the pressure on to prepare you. Use her study materials/modules and read the textbook! As long as you put in effort, you'll get somewhere. EFFORT DOES NOT EQUAL A 'GOOD' GRADE (I am a good example). Take this class in person if you can!

Heidi is v. caring & kind but grades tough. Go to office hrs at least once & ask ?'s,she considers how much she saw u try for if she round a bit.Complete, study & KNOW study guide answers.Seriously,don't wait day before exam to complete them, they're long!Gives end quarter EC if u finish SmartBooks on time.GET THEM DONE,it can boost ur grade a lot.

DO THE SMARTBOOKS!!!!!! this is definitely a "weed out" class for marine bio majors too see if they really want too do it dont rec if u just need a science credit, she is a lovely woman and a great teacher class is incredibly difficult

Great teacher overall, good person and will make time to arrange meetings with you to help you. Overall the bio160 course IS VERY FAST PACED. And im sure this goes for every professor teaching this course. THERE ARE LOTS of online homework. You cannot miss a day of class imo, missing 1 day is about 3 chapters behind.

Professor Richter is very knowledgeable and has a really cool story. Her class was very top-heavy. It was completely overwhelming at first, but then it got a lot easier when other classes started to get harder. She was a bit of a tough grader but would always have time to tell you exactly where you went wrong.

Great prof. I don't understand the low reviews.

Best Biology professor ever!

Rigorous + lots of work. I took her in person and I can say that showing up to lectures was the best way to succeed, especially attending her review lectures before the exam. She is a tough grader on labs. Exams are tough but I got high scores for mine by just using the study guide and paying attention to her lectures, so make sure to study!

Heidi is an extremely tough grader and expects a lot of her students but is willing and able to offer all kinds of support. I am glad I took her class because if I feel prepared to take Anatomy. She is knowledgeable and interested in biology and you can tell she cares about her job. I would take any other class with her as an instructor.

Heidi is a great teacher and cares a lot about her students. She is super knowledgeable, but her class is hard and requires a lot of dedication. In her hybrid class she doesn't do any lecture or teaching and just assigns lecture videos from a different teacher on YouTube. The class is tough but better prepares you for A&P.

Lectures were clear and effective. Labs were well designed and professor was willing to answer questions and help. Chatted with the class and showed a lot of care for students. Knowledgeable in biology and overall a great professor!

You do have to put a lot of effort in this class but it is worth it. I currently have an 97% in the class before the last test and I feel that Professor Heidi provides so many resources if you are willing to take them. You have the time to study the concepts and you have the resources to get a good grade. plus she give extra time to finish tests.