Makes class fun. She always cheered us up. I learned so much about me and the world. I'm not a psych major, but I'll take her again. Test aren't bad. She does a great review and covers everything we need to know. She is a force that is much more than a good teacher, she is a spiritual inspiration.

Professor Powell was absolutely wonderful. She always offered an inspirational thought of the day and made me feel so comfortable in her class. She gives excellent reviews for the exams which are fairly easy. She is also understanding when it comes to emergencies. I will definitely take another one of her classes and hope the university keeps her.

Janie was such a sweetheart. Very optomistic, and always tried to cheer the class up. Some of the material was boring, but she tried to involve the class. Easy A, don't bother with the book, she spells out the tests in the reviews.

great class

Janie is awesome. A really great class. She was always trying to get us out early, she never gave homework, and told us exactly what we need to know for the test. Overall, a really laid back, interesting class. There are 3 very, very easy tests. I got an A!! (I don't see how you couldn't)

Janie teaches a few classes at unlv, and she tried to make sure you learn the material but is very very easy when it comes to tests. As long as you come to class, you should get an A.

I took her for SOC PSY, which was great, but this PERS class is boring. She is cool, but the class sucks and I hate the book, so I've refused to read it. Still got a 82 on the first test. A real nice person.

Very clear, sometimes repetitive, tests are fair, throws out all "unfair questions" Very happy positive and character

Dr. Powell is a wonderful instructor she is always looking for feedback, and is very helpful when studying for exams. She gives 3 exams each worth 1/3 of your grade, non-cummulative, multiple choice exams. If you read and show up for class you'll do great!

GREAT PROFESSOR

Janie is a really nice person who is very cheerful and a joy to be around. She makes the material easy to understand and is always trying to help out the class by dropping hints about exam questions. I would definately reccomend her for personality and social psychology. Excellent woman.

great teacher

3 Exams.. thats it. Very easy tests because of the extensive review she gives. Don't buy the book, its useless. Prof. Powell is VERY positive & happy all of the time. She must be on "happy pills". Totally take this class if you can use it!!

It is a positive experience to take her class. If you attend, it is easy, but you do actually learn something too. Highly recommended for both Personality and Soc. Psy.

She was always very optimistic and funny. Always tried to accomadate her students with regards to missing classes. Hardly need the book so you shouldn't buy it. She goes over everything on the tests in class and makes the class interesting and thought provoking. There is a lot of material she wants you to personalize.

Easy class. Janie is probably the nicest, most optimistic person I have ever met. You don't need to buy the textbook... she knows you're not going to read it and bases the tests off her lectures. Grade based on three tests. I would take her again.

Janie is such a wonderful, intelligent, optimistic person. The lectures are interesting as well as fun. Her character and teaching methods are such a valuable asset to UNLV. The only class I've really ever looked forward to every week.

What can I say? Her name is Mary Jane, characteristics are the same too. Funny, ejoyable, an "natural" high. Shes a great professor, learned through lecture, and the book is not necessary...need I say more?

What can I say? Her name is Mary Jane, characteristics are the same too. Funny, ejoyable, an "natural" high. Shes a great professor, learned through lecture, and the book is not necessary...need I say more?

best psy. class ever and best professor!take her. She's wonderful!

The class is very straight forward, she cares a lot about her students and emphasizes applying the class material to life. A good professor.

Very energetic

She shows such passion for her students and she is extremely hilarious! she will actually make you learn your material and you will look forward to going to class =)

Easy class 3 multiple choice exams thats it. Really nice lady classes are enjoyable to go to. I would highly recommend.

hands down, one of my favorite professors ever. take her as much as possible. she teaches a few psych classes. they're enjoyable and amazing for your gpa.

she is a great teacher I took over the summer Highly recomended!! She gives you the best study review for the exam it would be hard not to get a good grade

I've had Janie for PSY 460, 435 and 412. She's awesome. There is just 3 multiple choice exams and she gives a full review before every exam. Really easy and nice...allows you make up exams and is very understanding about missing class, etc. Easy A and a cool lady. How can you not grade fair when there are only 3 MC tests? Highly recommended.

Best professor at UNLV! Take her.. you will look forward going to her class. She's funny and motivational. Awesome awesome awesome..need I say more?

This class has a little different setup than the other ones. There was a motivation portfolio (which we graded ourselves) instead of the final. You don't need to read the textbook but do read the small book (it is worth the read anyway). There are also more videos and less formal class time in this one. I would definitely take this class again.

This is the best professor on the planet! She cares about her students, and about them suceeding in her class. I can't say anymore because there is no way to describe how well she does at her job and how great of a person she is.

I loved this teacher! She is very nice and really cares about her students. The class is very easy. Only 3 tests which come straight from the notes so there are no surprises. Also gives everyone credit for the questions that the class missed the most overall. Awesome, will definitely take her again!

Very good professor! There are only three tests in a semester and all information comes from the book. You don't need to take notes, just put a check mark next to terms she mentions in class and you will do fine on the tests. Grades fairly and has a very upbeat attitude about life. I would take her again.

Dr. Powell is a wonderful instructor who keeps the class interested in the subject. I really find her very interesting and keeps the class motivated. Janie shows video clips in order to enhance our learning potential. She is very positive and motivates us to do our best. She is one of the best profs. around!

Very fun class! Professor Powell makes the material very easy to understand. She gives lots of real world examples and scenarios. I took notes, and got an A! I had fun and learned a lot. I strongly recommend her!

Dr. Powell is extermely helpful. She is very fun and animated which makes calss fun. I love her organizational style, and her fun loving ways. I love the film clips that she shows in class. She really gets the class motivated. I would take another class with her in the futurer.

She's awesome! I never used my book and I still got an A. She has the ability to connect with students and is always so happy about life!!! I want to be just like her in the future! Plus, she gives you "gifts" for the tests which can really help you if you're borderline between grades. Take her!!

Motivation & emotion, very nice professor, easy class, don't need the book, 3 mc tests that she gives a review for, final project very easy ... definately take whatever class you can with her

Classes I took with her: Motivation and Emotion, Personality, Social Psych. All were amazing classes, extremely helpful and enthusiastic person! Best teach I have ever had in college, hands down! Has a real passion for teaching

Powell is the most engaging teacher I've ever had. The textbook is hardly used, but note taking is your lifeline. Study the notes, and you've got the grade. Although attendance isn't mandatory, just being there was the best way to remember what was taught. And Powell's teaching style isn't something one forgets easily--in a good way.

Dr. Powell is easily one of the best teachers ever. She has a zest for life the is contagious. She loves teaching and it is evident during class. While class isn't mandatory, many students show up anyway since she is so great at what she does.

Every teacher in UNLV should be like her!!! Hahaha.

She shows you a different side of the world to get you motivated in life.

It's too bad other majors can't experience her teaching style, it's awesome!!!

Her attitude towards life is somewhat refreshing at first but slowly becomes overwhelming: she's almost too positive. She's a huge fan of Opra, a hippie, and a tree-hugger (Literally. She admitted to hugging trees while living in Canada). That established, she's a decent professor. Attending class definitely wasn't a chore. Recommended

This is my 2nd class with Dr. Powell and it was just as much fun as the first. In fact, I like her so much I'm taking ANOTHER class with her next semester. Her classes are always entertaining, she's a great person, and it's an easy A. You will not need to buy the text book. You will need to buy the supplementary books if you take 412.

Fun class easy grades.

She is incredibly sweet and positive. It's an easy class. She just makes you feel better about yourself and harbors the feeling of wanting to create change. She's so personal which oddly, is rare in psychology classes today. Don't buy the book unless you are a book fiend.

One of the most unique/happiest professors out there. She's worth taking at least once for any major. I don't feel like I learned the most I could have from a social psych course, but I am incredibly grateful I had a class with Powell. Easy tests, no paper, but some of the test questions come from the book (you need to read).

You don't really go into detail with Social Psychology, but it's an easy class. If you are interested in this area, I think taking another teacher would be more beneficial. If you want a free ride, take her. She's bubbly and spunky... and makes college feel elementary.

Dr. Powell is the best professor. She is passionate about what she teaches and teaches it in a fun way. Highly recommend this class for any major.

Easy A. Life can't get any easier than psychology classes.

Dr. Powell is the most incredible person in the universe. Her teaching style is unprecedented! No one has ever shown as much care, concern, to help students. I wanted to work hard to impress Dr. Powell. Got an A. Most rewarding "A" I have ever received. Works cannot describe the way she makes students feel about themselves. CLASS WAS FUN too!

Janie is a SAINT! she is the most interesting and unique teacher at UNLV, possibly the whole state of Nevada. makes class fun, very easy stuff. Take her at least once! This woman has a heart of gold. I would give her an A for amazing!

She really does teach. Not just an easy A. I love her. She is very positive and sweet. Great role model.

Dr. Powell is a great professor. She relates all topics of discussion to real life scenarios and personalizes everything. Her tests are very easy, she tells you what's going to be on every single one. There is no reason you shouldn't get an A. She's great at what she does, and one of the most generous/caring people I have ever met.

I don't have enough positive adjectives to fully describe Dr. Powell, she is not only an amazing teacher, but she is extremely motivational and inspiring and I honestly looked forward to her class each and every week if for nothing more than a self esteem boost. Definitely take a class from her if you can. I'm already registered for another of hers

Great class, not difficult for a 400 level class but there is no book so you really have to go to the lectures to do well on the tests. I found the tests could be a little tricky but she was very fair in grading them. Wonderful teacher, show up, do the work and anyone should get an A!

This was a difficult class with a LOT of information but Dr. Powell was an amazing teacher. When the whole class struggled with certain questions on the exam she would give everyone the points for them. She made the material relateable. I would highly suggest taking any of Dr. Powell classes!

Had this class a couple of summers ago. She is very high-energy and in a good mood virtually always. Very nice lady, and very helpful. Her class is pretty easy if you just attend. My only complaint is that she suggested political positions in the classroom when there was no need in this class. I felt a little uncomfortable at times b/c of this.

She's sooo awesome and fun and hates tests so makes them super easy since she's required to give them

I repeatedly referred to this course as my "Easy A" class throughout the semester. I crammed only about 30 minutes before each test and scored 100% with her generous grading curves. However, aside from the class being extremely easy, I felt somewhat disappointed at not really learning anything.

took her for Personality as well as Social Psych, shes so energetic, fun, and full of life. so adorable & very sweet, so she takes it easy on you and totally understands us college kids ;) I dont wanna say "easy A"...well, i guess it is, but its also interesting, deep, and you do learn alot, but psychology gets really repetitive thats all

What an absolute joy! I wish I would've been able to take more of her classes. I'm not a psych major, but took this class as an elective. She is such a positive role model and genuinely cares about each and every one of her students. Cannot say enough good things about her!

she is the best professor ever!! Super easy, guaranteed an A. She is the happiest most upbeat professor and she creates an environment that actually makes you look forward to going to her class.

It's my first class with Dr. Powell and I'm glad I got the chance to be in her class. her personality is just awesome. She likes to interact with her students before class starts. She does not provide powerpoints so you have to be listening well in class and taking notes as you go along. Highly recommend you take her at LEAST once while at UNLV.

Perhaps the class was easy, because many of her students were already interested in the course and she just made it a better all around experience. She does have a curved grading for her exams, but overall the professor makes it worth your while to attend her class. Full of positive energy and genuine care for her students.

Slightly disappointing. Her class was ridiculously easy and you don't get much from her lectures. The book is wonderful though! And she is one of the most enthusiastic and positive people I have ever encountered so she makes going to class enjoyable. I would like to see this course raise the bar a little bit though.

Took her personality and didn't learn a single thing about the scientific basis of personality. Instead we learned about right and left brained people (which is a myth...) and watched episodes of Oprah. She's a great person, but psychology is a science and she doesn't treat it that way... it was more like being part of an episode of Dr. Phil

LOVE Dr Powell! She interacts with the class, writes/draws on the board, shows videos and is much more interactive than most. What she teaches actually sticks. She is clear in what she expects from us, organized and considerate of her students. Psychological concepts that were once confusing to me are now clear because of how she explains them.

She is the nicest Prof you will ever have. Very knowledgable and Loves the subject. The only bad reviews she gets is from people not truly understanding why she uses so many videos and life stories. Its Psychology people! your supposed to think and look at the subject outside your own point of view. I love her class and loved her as a teacher!

LOVE this professor and this class. I took her for Motivational Psychology and always went to class for the lecture. She is such an amazing and nice professor that really cares for her students. This class is truly motivating for the soul as the final project is a portfolio you create about your own life and what you want to change. Great class!!

Dr. Powell is an absolute delight, and her class is seriously the easiest A ever, but if you're hoping to truly learn something about psychology this isn't the class for you. Inspiring lectures and projects, but the material covered is basic common sense. I was hoping to expand my psych knowledge, but this class did little for me.

this class is super easy and Janie is wonderful. the assignments are super easy and not really time consuming. you show up take notes for two really easy test and write some easy papers and do portfolio assignment at the end and if you do it you get an A. you watch a lot of film clips as well. take this class and get yourself an A!!!

Dr. Powell is the best profesor I've had, she is caring, understanding, and a true meaning of inspiration. I've taken two of her classes, and would take more. I recommend her, you will love her class

M.J. Powell is a great teach! Took her 412 in summer (do it!) and now 435. She is very supportive & hates textbooks. Lectures are clear & gives reviews before tests. 3 tests entire grade but she tells you exactly what's on her tests. I'd take any class she'd teach, but PSY dept is limiting her to 412 only. Not good with tech so no WebCampus.

Professor Powell has been one of the most influential and inspirational professors. She is less focused on the textbook and more focused on having the class understand and relate to the material. There were only 3 exams with reviews prior. She is very personable and gives anecdotes from her own life. Would take her again if she taught more classes

Amazing Professor.

I absolutely loved her when I took her PSY 435 (Personality course). I loved this class even though I took it during the summer. You have two exams and a big motivational portfolio but it's easy. You will need the books because it's not a textbook. Her exams weren't too hard either. She was super flexible since our class was small with 5 students.

THE MOST UNIQUE INSTRUCTOR YOU WILL EVER HAVE!! At first, you think, OMG, this is the instructor; she speaks without regrets, shocking at first. She does not believe in using standard texts as they don't teach motivation in the best way, so she uses cheap books you can get from Amazon for $20 that really do the job well. I love this instructor.