Jen has a great personality and excellent teaching methods. She's young enough where you can joke with her, but smart enough to garner the respect of most of the class. She's vivacious, bright and deeply cares about her student's progress.

She has a great personality, and cool stories which make anatomy labs more fun. Her quizzes were fair, and she was always helpful. Ask her about naked bums in the desert!

A great teacher. Knows how to keep students attention and definately knows her stuff. I wish she could have taught more without being held back. She made class fun to go to and topics easier to learn. She cares about her students and seems like an amazing person. good luck to you jen!

Very organize professor, enthusiasm in the class, explain materials throughly and put effort into her teaching. Has her own skeleton outlines which her exams are based on. Just study from her outlines and do her study guides, there is no way not to get an A. She also holds study session and adds more office hours, all the help one can get.

Dr. Utz is a fabulous professor. She is very interested in her students' success in her classes. The material she teaches in lecture comes straight out of the book. Tests were fairly easy if you put in the time to study and see her during office hours for help.

Jen is extremely helpful and very clear on what you need to know for lab. Her questions can be tricky sometimes, but she is always there to help and give further explanation during lab.

AMAZING. Detailed, insightful, helpful, patient, funny, makes her class interesting, and her tests are 100% fair. Grades quickly. Gives lots of study tips. Actually answers questions helpfully! Posts reviews and practice questions that are VERY helpful. Take the time to study and you'll do great!

THE BEST COLLEGE PROFESSOR I'VE EVER HAD. Not even one of those teachers who are just cool because they are super chill and easy to pass the class, but an actual, genuinely great teacher who even if I were failing I would never be able to blame her as a teacher. THAT is how good she is. She is what this world needs to educate human beings.

Her exams are straightforward and she uses powerpoints, but doesn't read straight off it. She actually explains and connects concepts to help you better understand the material. Overall, I find her a very good professor. Not hard, but reasonable. I would definitely recommend her and I wish she were teaching BIOL 224!

Dr. Utz is hard and challenging but straight forward. All of her questions on the exams come straight from her powerpoints. She has blueprits and study guides for each chapter that are very helpful. Good teacher overall!

Dr. Utz was the most straightforward professor I've ever had. She provides excellent outlines each lecture really well, so it was easy to follow along. The textbook was really helpful since she taught straight from the book. There is a lot of material to keep up with, but she is very clear on what she expects you to learn.

She is really straight forward and teaches straight from the book. Any questions you have she will help explain until you get it. I suggest studying and actually going over the material outside of class too, but what she talks/teaches is on the test.

She's pretty straight forward. Reads right off her powerpoints but also adds a bit more detail. Sometimes her powerpoints get extremely long but its important material. Pretty strict when it comes to tests/quizzes. Makes assigned seats and you need to show your ID when turning in tests. 10min quizzes for 10questions :( No extra credit.

This class is difficult if you do not study. As everyone else says she is straight forward and bases her powerpoints off of the textbook and they correlate with the lab. No extra credit but if you do well on the exam, that grade replaces a bad grade of an previous lecture exams.

This class is difficult with TONS of information. However, Dr. Utz is very helpful and knowledgeable when you need it. STUDY HARD and when you're tired and think you've studied enough YOU HAVE NOT. Read/study the powerpoints. There are exam blueprints to help you succeed, and will even use the final exam score in place of another exam if needed.

Professor Utz for 223 was pretty easy for me, she is really organized and if you read the book, like you're supposed to, she pretty much goes along with it, paragraph by paragraph. I studied a lot and recieved A's on her tests, which were straight forward. If you're looking to pass, take her, read the book, and do your own notes alongside hers.

Really great professor! She goes very fast but she's thorough and emphasizes important parts. Go to class, take your own notes, do well on the online quizzes and you'll do well in lecture! Her tests aren't that hard but the lab is what kills you. REALLY HARD. Start studying early for the lab quizzes and practicals! It will tank your grade otherwise

She speaks extremely fast sometimes, hr ests are fair.

Gets so enthusiastic she forgets her students are undergrads! Too much detail and specifics!! She's SO NICE (very helpful during office hours) but her tests take too much unnecessary study time. Not enough time on weekly quizzes. Doesn't answer questions in class. Speaks fast. If you take her, do so with other easy classes and time on your hands.

Dr. Utz is amazing! You will have to work hard, take notes, study, and read the book, but you will learn so much! I had her for 189 & 223 and got A's in both. If you work hard and take her class seriously, you will get a fair grade. She's not only a great professor, she's also a great and very understanding person. :)

Her tests are difficult because they're very technical. She helps you as much as possible though. Lectures are her talking the entire time - she does not take questions during class so office hours always have a line by her door. Try to take her 196 with easier class, but I hear she's better for anatomy.

Dr. Utz is a great biology teacher. Her approach is straightforward and concise so you know what to expect. She tries to give you as many tools as possible to succeed and her tests are fair coming directly for the book. Time management between lecture and lab is what kills.

Great for general biology and anatomy, but find a different professor for any microbio because she is WAY too technical on it! She gets enthusiastic and lectures in too much detail. Tests are very technical (you'll fail if you don't study!), doesn't answer questions in class. Helpful if you go to office hours. Can be funny. Textbook recommended!!

Professor Utz is amazing! She's very nice and helpful. Biol 223 is not hard as long as you attend class, go through the powerpoint and read the book on section you don't understand, and go to her office hours. Show dedication! Professor Utz will do her best to help you in passing the class. She gives out blueprint for her exams too!!!

I love that Dr. Utz would give blueprints to all the exams, she really wants her students to succeed! I really enjoyed her as my professor and cannot wait to take BIOL 224 with her again! There's one online quiz each week. DO THEM!! This class was a challenge however if you put tons of dedication and study a lot you will do fine!

Dr. Utz is a great professor. She makes it fairly easy for students to succeed but you have to put the work into it. She provides you will all the necessary tools to do great such as study guides, exam blueprints, and best of all her time! I did everything she told me to and I got an A. 223 is extremely time consuming, but not super hard.

Dr. Utz is very helpful. She posts up some study tools to help you succeed in her class. It's a lot of hard work and you have got to dedicate a few hours each day to study the material in order to pass. Memorizing will get you no where. Most of her tests consists of "Which of the following are INCORRECT" type of questions. Great class, though!

During the summer course, lab quizzes are the bulk of studying. I scored well on exams cramming the day before and morning of, and the final was a joke. Mastering A&P and the powerpoints are crucial; feel free to ignore the book. Reading is not necessary. The teacher is wonderful, helpful, and wants you to succeed if you put the time in.

Bio 223 murdered me. Utz made this class bearable. She's very nice but is extremely knowledgeable. Take her if you have to take anatomy because the other teachers are awful.

She's a strong independent white woman who don't need no tan.

Dr. Utz is a great professor. She actually knows her science, and isn't just reading off her slides like most Bio professors at UNLV. She's extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and truly cares about students succeeding. If you study, go to class, and complete the Mastering A and P you should be able to get an easy A. Take her, she's awesome :)

Dr. Utz is the best professor I have had yet. She is clear in lecture and provides you with the tools to succeed. I found myself impressed with her ability to answer questions without consulting the text. Study the power points and understand the concepts while striving to maintain very high lab scores and you will do well.

Taking her now. She is probably the best professor I have had in my 3 years in college. Extremely knowledgeable, actually wants the students to suceed, and is willing to help out. She's very strict, but her expectations are clear so it's not so bad. Hard and intimidating class, but if you have to take it, absolutely take her.

Dr. Utz's class is wonderful. Her lectures are usually just what is covered in her power points, so don't stress if you miss class. However, she'll always explain things very simply. So if you are struggling with something go to lecture and its sure to be cleared up. Also, she has chapter reviews for every test! Take her class, definitely!

This class can be passed with an A by reading the material in advance, attending the lecture and studying the website. All of the material is straight forward, Dr. Utz does not even mention something if it is not important. I wish there were more professors like her. Study for the tests using the text and you will succeed.

Best Bio teacher ive had. Class is hard but she makes it easy to understand and gives you every opportunity to succeed.

Seriously the best professor ive ever. She explains everything clearly and if you can go to her office hours to get further help. She puts power points up, chapter reviews and shows how many qurstions from each chapter will be on the tests! I would highly reccommend taking her class !

Great professor for a tough introduction to Biology. She sets you up for success in her class and expects you to do the work. She also sets you up for succeeding Biology classes (223 & 224). Attendance isn't mandatory but you should attend in order to do well. I gave birth in the middle of the semester and then had a newborn and still got a B!

I had Dr. Utz for Bio 223 and 224. To be honest, I miss her teaching my Bio classes! These classes in general are difficult but she's extremely clear in her lectures. She's very helpful! Her tests are purely comprehensive so you actually have to UNDERSTAND the concepts. I know, shocking right? you earn your grade in her class! TAKE HER!

Dr. Utz is an excellent instructor. She has knowledge and expertise that reach far beyond what we have starting this class but she is able to convey the most complex concepts in easy to understand terms. She fully equips you for her tests, but lecture and personal study are vital to success. Study the text and the tests will be a breeze.

Utz is a wonderful professor who makes outlines prior to lecture that follows along exactly with the lec/book. She also makes ch reviews for every chapter. Biology is hard, but she makes the class as understandable as possible & it's gunna take A LOT of studying to succeed. Go to see her in the Learning Center if you need help, she's super nice.

I really loved how she would do outlines that came in handy when reading the book and during lectures. I went to every lecture and read most of the chapters and ended up with an A. I spent like 6 hours a week studying for this class. She wants everyone to succeed.

Go to class. I recorded my lectures because she talks a little fast and always finishes everything that needs to be covered for each exam. Notecards are very helpful, and reviewing each chapter twice before the exam is necessary. There are no trick questions and the tests are extremely fair!

Dr. Utz was the very prof. who taught me how to study and I'm beyond thankful for that. I never attended lec because she spoke too fast but her exams were so detailed and comprehension based that I learned how to modify my study habits. If you ask her questions she clarifies them very well. Don't be afraid to take her :) i got an A in both 223/224.

Extremely intense over summer! Lecture everyday and lab three times a week. You have to study every day! Read and reread the slides and use the book to clarify and review processes (e.g. blood pathway). Dr. Utz speaks super fast and crams a lot of info in her lectures. I found the online modules for Mastering A & P helpful & DO CHAPTER REVIEWS!

Utz is a great teacher. She uses numerous amount of examples during her lecture. She shows how to study for her exams and how to apply her material in class into real life situations. Best teacher I had so far.

Utz provides MANY resources, she wants her students to learn and succeed. Her tests are very fair. I read the textbook then reviewed with her slides. I barely went to class. I feel bad for her that she has to lecture to 200+ students at once (that were usually rude and loud). She's very organized and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

The content for this class is overall tough. For a student seeing this information for the first time around, it was a lot to grasp. The lectures are much more helpful for the student who has read the chapter before attending. There's an abundance of resources for this course but understanding and explaining the information will get you farthest.

Dr. Utz was a great biology professor! She was very clear and definitely cared about her students. She took up every minute of class times; no early outs. Textbooks are not required (I didn't even touch mine). Grading was extremely fair. She tends to talk fast so bring a laptop or record the lecture!

Please stop saying Utz is a bad teacher, she is the best biology teacher out there. I had her last semester for 189, and I have a different professor for 223 and I go to her 223 lectures instead because she explains so much and helps make sure you understand it. yeah she talks fast but only because she has so much info to share! amazing professor!!

+1 on Utz not being a bad professor. She is VERY helpful if you go to her office hours and explains the material well. Really nice and very knowledgeable person!Of course there's a lot of information to learn,but c'mon, just like she mentioned in class, "You have to do very well in the class before you can even start working in a medical setting."

Bio 196 was difficult, but Utz made it a lot easier to get through. She provided lecture notes to fill in the blanks while she talks, offers you different resources, and her exam outlines were super specific. Her exams were tricky, but she provided so many resources to pass. The only flaws I can point out is that she tends to talk fast.

When it comes to teaching, she is the best one that the Bio deparment can offer (I have taken almost all upper division Bio classes). The course was very organized and there was nothing that I can complain about her teaching. The best part is that a blueprint for every exam is given so you will never be left clueless on what you will be tested for

I appreciate her philosophy about keeping a high standard in the AP courses to produce competent future medical field professionals (which most of the people taking the course are.) If you want to get an A in the class, attend all lectures and read the book until you understand everything you're reading.

She is very clear on what you need to learn to do well on the exams,explains things until you fully understand them,& holds review sessions the day before the exams. She works so hard for the students to do well but you need to do your part in order to get a good grade! Short answer questions are time-consuming but not hard.I only have good words!

This class is overall pretty difficult, especially the lab, but Jenifer makes it at least somewhat understandable and will not make the tests too difficult. As long as you don't blow off the class you should get a passing grade. Either go to lecture or be prepared to read your textbook, I went to lecture and barely needed my textbook.

It helps if you have taken an Anatomy and Physiology course prior to this one. Utz is a very straight forward and does a thorough job of explaining the lecture material. Be prepared to learn information and be tested shortly after. This course is used off of grades from lecture quizzes, exams, lab quizzes, and lab practicals.

It's a tough class but if you put in the effort and show up daily you won't have a problem. The lab is 10X harder than the actual lecture. Pop quizzes after every chapter!! She does attendance quizzes which are worth a lot if a lot of people don't show up that day. She's passionate and very thorough. If you like anatomy you'll like the class.

Almost everything on the tests are from her powerpoints and lab. She has chapter review worksheets that are really helpful for quizzing yourself on the concepts. She gives out attendance quizzes when very few people show up. Don't like that she talks so fast sometimes, but she does repeat important info in different ways.

She's awesome and very knowledgeable! A&P is a really hard class (like any other bio class) but she makes it clear and bearable. I love A&P and took it in hs but it's still a lot of info to grasp. Labs are harder and take a lot of memorizing whereas you have to know how things work for the exams. Review her study guides & chapters for exams!!!

She is a pretty good professor. Her tests are challenging, but everything is covered in class. If you put your mind to it this class can be really easy. Also Take her in class quizzes seriously

I've taken Prof. Utz for 189 and 223 and she definitely wants her students to understand the material and not just pass for the grade. It's a lot of work, but you can pass. I recommend studying from the notes and do not even bother with the textbook.

I really liked the way she teaches and how she explains things to make them relevant in the real world. She is passionate about Biology and cares about the success of her students. Her study guides and exam outlines are EXTREMELY helpful and she always uses every last minute of the course effectively. Get ready for attendance quizzes, always go.

This class way okay, I just don't like anatomy.

She truly wants her students to succeed. She provides an abundance of materials to help prepare you for the exams. Lecture notes, study guides, and the textbook are very reflective of the material on her exams. Trust me, she could make this class so much worse if she wanted to. Don't miss class! I would definitely take this teacher again!

BEST Biology prof (esp. for 223224) at UNLV. She has best style of teaching- she's fast and detailed but straight-forward. She makes you REALLY have to study. A&P is a hard subject and you HAVE to read textbooklook over notes 247 but her exams are very fair. She never used trick questions. If you understand and not just memorize, you will pass!!

Great prof. She's direct but kind. Pop quizzes are on lect PPs & random attendance. Her lectures take the full class period but they're worth it. I suggest e-text & Mastering A&P. She gives you as many resources as possible to help you succeed. The mandatory lab is the hardest thing about this class.

Dr. Utz instructed my BIOL 223 lecture during my undergraduate career and she was on my committee for my Master's thesis. She is, by far, the most helpful, intelligent, and nicest biology professor I have had during my six years of higher education. She expects a lot from each student, but if you're here to learn, you will appreciate Dr. Utz.

tough class, too fast paced. makes you learn two body systems within three weeks and on top of that you would be needing to study for lab too. I suggest reading ahead.

GREAT TEACHER!! She takes the time and effort to present the information in as many ways as possible with lecture pp, online resources videos, she also offers office hours if you need help, love the fact that during test she tells you Im not here to trick you the answer is straight forward if you studied the material, the best at UNLV.

Utz is one of the nicest teachers Ive had. But you have to work hard for this class (especially for the lab). The lab quizzes are easy but the two practicals can get you if you dont study. I HIGHLY suggest you print your notes, she talks really fast. GO TO CLASS, attendance and quiz grade are no joke. Don't study last minute, constantly study.

PROFESSOR UTZ IS ONE OF THE SWEETEST LADIES YOU WILL EVER MEET, SHE KNOWS HER STUFF, BUT SHE DOES TALK FAST. THE CLASS IS DIFFICULT. SIT IN THE FRONT ROW, TAKE NOTES, READ BOOK, AND STUDY CONSTANTLY. 3 TEST AND FINAL, VERY IN DEPTH. ATTENDANCE AND CHPT QUIZZES. LAB PRACTICALS ARE TOUGH. YOU HAVE TO WORK FOR THIS CLASS. I TRIED MY BEST AND GOT A C

Dr. Utz is very helpful and is always there for her students. If you ever have any questions about any thing go see her early on in the semester. The class itself is a very rigorous course, however, she provides numerous resources for her students to success.

Prof. Utz cares about her students and is respected by her students. I had a hard time starting off the semester because of hardships however, I ended the semester strong and ended up with an A-. Don't lose hope, go to her for questions and advice before it's too late! Take notes, don't slack in lab, exams are straight from PP read them at least.

Dr. Utz is one of the best professors for biology. She has clear grading criteria, and gives you everything you need to know for her exams. They're all in the powerpoints and lectures, so I highly suggest going to class. Lab quizzes are a little tricky but okay. Overall great professor.

Dr. Utz is the most organized biology prof. I've ever had! I highly recommend her for 223224. Her lectures and exams are very straight forward. I find her analogies very useful which helps me remember specific concepts for the exams. There is no extra credit or a curve, so you have to be consistent and study the material everyday! Go to Class!

I personally think she talks too much. Listening to her can feel like a drag and she will continue to lecture until the very last second. Otherwise, the class isn't too difficult if you read the text. The exams are straightforward and easy.

This class is not hard! It's just A LOT of information you are required to know, which is time consuming. You'll really need to set aside time everyday to constantly review the material. Dr. Utz keeps the info very straight forward and goes over difficult material multiple times, but she is fast paced. She really tries her best to help you do well!

she is the best.

Utz is really passionate about the topic. She tells you exactly what she wants for the test by providing a blue print of how many questions from each chapter will be on the test and she tells you the essays in advance. Its just one of those classes that your grade is based on how much effort you put in. You HAVE to study.

Great help when you ask, was willing to meet me more than half way. Make sure to attend class with print outs of the slides, goes very quickly. Do homework. Do it. Utz knows her stuff, but she also will lock you out once her class starts. So be on time.

Utz is the best BIOL professor I have ever had. Her class is pretty easy, just make sure you do well in Lab. She offers extra credit and explains everything really well. She gets annoyed when people leave after quizzes, so just stay for the whole class. While the text isn't required, I would recommend it for studying purposes. Read, it helps.

Utz is amazing!! she is hands down the best A & P Professor at UNLV. she makes you work for your grade but she outlines exactly what you need to know. Make sure you come to class with a spongy brain and study the power points. Lab is way more difficult then lecture. She is so caring and helpful and really does want everyone to be successful .

The material is difficult but she does try her best to help students understand by providing many resources such as practice quizzes, worksheet study guides, and extra credit. It is clear she wants her students to pass. Also, her analogies are relevant! Just pay attention in class and STUDY and you will be fine.

Overall, she's an amazing professor. Understands the material inside and out, but lectures in a way where students can keep up at a reasonable pace. Probably one of the best biology teachers out there. Honestly there for her students and truly want all her students to succeed.

Professor Utz takes her job seriously. She is always there to offer a helping hand and ensures that you are aware of all the resources you have for the course. Definitely go to lecture and take notes. Study your notes, do the homework, and study the textbook too! It is a tough class, but it is doable.

You get what you put into this class. Utz is a great professor and an A is achievable. Lecture is pretty straight forward but lab is HARD (but not in possible. Refer to my first sentence). Take Utz and study hard and you won't fail.

Utz is very passionate professor. Her powerpoints have everything you need to know, so you don't really need to buy the textbook. She can get a tad boring, but she is always letting the class know that she can explain concepts further in office hours. There's iclicker quizzes after each chapter + random attendance ones. Overall, she's good!

You have to put in a lot of work every day. There are 3 exams, 1 final that is comprehensive. This is the most challenging class I have taken so far, but if you review the material every day you will do fine.

I love Dr. Utz. Of course this is a tough class, and it's tough for a reason but she makes it so much simpler to understand. She genuinely wants everyone to do well and if you put the effort in, she will meet you halfway to help you reach your goal. She is so passionate about what she teaches and who she's teaching to. I'm going to miss her.

Utz is a great teacher, usually better than the alternative. Attendance is highly recommended for the lecture and the quizzes (also attendance quizzes). The tests are not a walk in the park, so study early and not the night before. She's passionate about A&P and explains the power points well. She's always willing to explain and is very helpful.

She is the best A&P professor (I had her for 223 as well). However, I do not understand why we have TWO finals now... One is the typical 100-question final for 224, and another 100-question standardized Cumulative A&P (223+224) final on the same week. This is a torture... Studying for this class disturbs my body's homeostasis...

I'm an A student & I still thought this class was the hardest one so far. A&P is DEFINITELY a hard concept to learn. There's no professor that you could take to give you an easy A. You just have to study. She gives quizzes every few chapters approximately 10, attendance quizzes so don't miss out, 3 exams, & 1 final. My advice is to study, HARD.

I feel like if you actually enjoy learning about the human body and you study literally everyday then you will do just fine in this class. But whether you enjoy it or not, you MUST study all the time to do well. Like the syllabus says, the material is straightforward, it's just its presented quickly and you can't fall behind.

Lecture is easy to study for. I urge you to use all of the resources Utz provides because they are EXTREMELY helpful. Use everything on webcampus if you really wanna do well. Read the book for extra clarification. Utz provides everything you need to do well in A&P. Lab is what's more challenging if you have bad memorization skills.

Attendance is taken w/ iClicker randomly & when people leave after the quizzes so show up & stay the entire time! Utz provides blueprints for all exams. They tell you how many questions from each section of a chapter will be on the exam. She is one of the most organized professors at UNLV & it definitely helps.

The one thing to be the most appreciated about Utz is her organization. This is the first tike I've had a Professor to literally tell you exactly where each and every question on the test is. Everything that you need is there. Mastering A&P saves grades. Do the STEM and do well on the quizzes in lecture and lab it'll help. STUDY HARD. Good luck!

She did very well when it came to explaining topics but reading the textbook is a must. The lab for this course was much harder than the class itself. Would have her as an instructor again!

I feel like the people that weren't successful in biol 223 probly didn't try as hard as they could & instead are blaming it on Utz's teaching strategies. I got high A's on all exams, quizzes & in lab, & a 98/100 on the final. This class was my life, I studied everyday & I used all the resources Utz provided. YOU get what you put into this course.

You will not do well in this course if you don't constantly study. If you think you're just gonna get by in this course, think again. The material is not challenging, it's the rate at which you have to learn it & the amt. of learning you have to do that is challenging. Anyone that is serious about their success in A&P will make it out w/ an A.

She is very clear lectures and really sets you up for success, but you have to put in the hours to study for this class. There is a lot of memorization (223) and more concepts to understand. It is not impossible to do well, especially if you enjoy and are serious about the material. She takes pride in her students and in what she does. Great prof!

Dr. Utz is an amazing person and professor. Her class is very difficult and the lab is even more difficult. It will require lots of work to get the grade you want. She gives extra credit opportunities as well as random attendance quizzes

This class is what you put into it. There are frequent chapter iclicker quizzes and random attendance quizzes. Exams are doable. I would not suggest studying last minute. However, you can still finish with a decent grade if you do so. She maps out every exam for you, including the sections that will be covered in the free response section of exams.

Dr. Utz is a really great professor because she is organized and goes really in depth in her lectures. Her lectures take up all the class time and the quizzes are whats covered in the slides. You need to really try in this class because it is very likely to get an A if you put in the effort of studying.

Highly recommend! Yes, it was very difficult class as to be expected but Utz is extremely organized & provides so many resources. Take her practice quizzes online, they really help. She even tells you what short answer topics are on exams. She is very passionate about what she does & I'm so glad I'm taking her for 224. You get out what you put in.

Overall, I don't think this class was difficult at all ! You get what you deserved. I think lectures were okay, but it was not boring like how others commented in previous posts. I like how Dr. Utz would map out everything that would be tested on exams. If you have taken other science professors, you would know how awesome Dr. Utz is !

Utzs is really caring and compassionate and loves the subject. However, she takes the fact that we are going to be future health care professionals seriously(as she should!!!). Class is designed to make u really learn the material forwards and backwards. Struggling? go to her office hours. She will help, but you have to put forth the effort.

I loved that Utz was very structured, organized, and straightforward. I have B in the class right now and it is because I did not study as hard as I should have the first two tests; and they were really good tests, that I know I could have got an A on :( . Be ready to study hard and the class won't be as difficult. Also, quiz after every chapter!

She knows what she is talking about, she answers questions in office hours, and there is a plethora of resources on web campus. Just print out slides, read the book for hard concepts, and do practice questions. Overall a really great professor, I'm not be taking her for 224 because her class is from 4:00-5:15, otherwise I would.

Dr. Utz has an excellent grasp of the course material and presents it ALL in well planned powerpoints. Quizzes almost every week and pop attendance quizzes are a little annoying and ZERO tolerance for distractions in class. Only real complaint is that it takes FOREVER to get exam grades back, but she has several classes of 170 students each.

Utz is amazing. How much work you put into this class is what will be reflected in your grade (go figure). I was surprised to see many negative comments. I have never received less than an A on any of her tests or quizzes. Yes, I studied hard. This is a weed out class to separate those who are serious about learning and those who are not.

Dr. Utz, is a solid prof. Quizzes are given for corresponding chapters almost every week. All tests encompass your grade. This class is difficult, so hours of studying everyday is needed. The work you put into this class will reflect your grade. Random attendance quizzes are given.

Biology can be hard, if you're not willing to put the work in. Your grade will reflect the time that you put in to the class. Mastery of the material is required for an A. Some test questions are tricky; the majority are not. If you don't study every day, for a small amount of time--it will separate you from being a serious student.

Utz was organized & well educated on A&P. Quizzes after every chapter. Groups the chapters together well for each test. (1-5 / 6 - 9 / 10 - 12 / 13 - 17). She really makes you work for the grade you want. Study hard. There are no pity points given. Extra credit (10pts) given from STEM research project by Graduate student. PPts are good enough.

There are almost no assignments or homework, so spend all your energy studying for the exams. Utz is really organized and will give you a general guideline of what to expect, but there might be some "surprises", so make sure you truly understand the material. Her lectures can honestly be boring and you might have to re-teach yourself. Go to class!

Hardest class I've taken. 224's much heavier in phys, but Dr. Utz does a good job at explaining the concepts. Her tests are very hard, but she's fair (didn't give an exam immediately after break, etc.). She's extremely knowledgeable, but very rigid on grades, I missed an "A" by .5%, and there's absolutely no rounding. I'd still take her again.

Dr. Utz, she took me on a journey one that I will never forget. The class seemed hard and unforgiving and took a lot to pull through. Although, Dr. Utz did a wonderful job using an iron fist but also showing compassion and empathy. She will give you punch after punch but after your down, she will be the first one there with an outstretched hand.

She lectures the entire class period but its very well organized. The tests are very detailed so make sure to memorize EVERYTHING from lecture. Total of 3 exams and a cumulative final; she replaces the lowest exam with the final exam score if it benefits your grade. Test consist of half multiple choice, half fill in the blank, and 1 short response.

Dr Utz is one of the best professors I've had at UNLV. Her exams are usually application questions she will not ask something word for word from the book. she gives quizzes after every chapter as well as attendance quizzes. Do NOT pack up before the class time ends! She will use EVERY min and will call you out for packing up before she is done

Definitely one of the best professors I've had. She's thorough and her exams are exactly what she teaches in class. Show up and put hard work in, and you can get an A no problem.

Dr. Utz is amazing! I took her for 223 & 224 and I would definitely recommend her! The class is not easy by any means but if you use her knowledge, put in the time, and work for your grade, it's do able. Make sure to go to class! She does iclicker quizzes for each chapter that can help your grade a lot & use her knowledge outside of class!

Really good professor however you need to put in the work outside of class. Lots of studying on your part to be prepared for the tests and quizzes at the end of each chapter in class. Lectures can get overwhelming because she goes into A LOT of detail however they are interesting.

Tests are really hard but not impossible. If you UNDERSTAND the material then you UNDERSTAND it there's no other way to put it. Use her as a resource: Go to office hours to ask question and get help. Test yourself on the material (mastering A&P, chapter quizzes on webcampus). In summary, work hard good grade or play around and be mediocre fail.

Utz is a great professor. She truly cares about each student and will explain things over and over again to hint that it'll be on the test. Lab is extremely tough and fast paced so make sure you study the heck out of the lab manual. Practical exams are very general. Focus on power point and record lectures. Reading the book won't do you any good!

Received an A in 223 and 224 with Dr. Utz. She is straight forward and doesn't trick you. Her exams and quizzes are entirely based on her powerpoint slides. Use her practice quizzes and study guides as needed to help highlight the important concepts she wants you to know. If you want an A, you need to invest your time and commit to it.

Utz is an amazing professor, if you do your part. You have to pay attention- this is not an easy subject. Utz's lectures are clear and detailed and break down complex concepts into small steps. She gives you SO many review materials before exams, and her exam questions are straightforward and directly from lecture. Im taking her next semester.

Really wasn't a fan in the beginning because her lectures are tough and very often too fast. You will NOT be able to get any questions answered during the lecture either. By the end of the course I had a lot more respect for Utz because she's so straightforward and she blueprints her exams. She's not trying to trick you but the material is tough

Dr. Utz is a very good professor. She explains everything well and is very nice. She gives a blueprint for all her tests ex: 2 questions from chapter 3.2. The course is VERY HARD, but Dr. Utz explains the subject well and the quizzes are easy if you study for them. I struggled in the course and studied A LOT. Don't cram for tests and do well in lab

Dr. Utz received two teaching awards and she honestly deserved them. She teaches well and is passionate of the subject material. She gives hints for tests and quizzes, so pay attention! She cares and wants all of her students to do well. Bio is not easy, but she tries to help!

A professor who is passionate about the human body and wants her students to take that knowledge with them in their future endeavors. However, the information that you are given, use it and apply it your life. She likes to ask many practical and application questions on her exams. If you can explain to yourself the concepts, you will do good.

Dr. Utz is an amazing professor. Those who are saying she is awful did not take the time to learn the material. A&P is a difficult class and a hard subject to grasp but Dr. Utz is so passionate and wants her students to do well. Expect to dedicate your life to studying for this class because that's what it takes to do well.

Utz is a very respect and awesome professor in the biology department at UNLV. I loved her lectures even though they were very long and tedious. Hard class, but as long as you put in the time to study daily you should pass this class. I recommend having a study group and attending lectures.

Listen to her lectures and you will be fine. Don't go to class and you will find out that toward the end of the semester it will come back to bite you. Go to office hours. She really cares about your future and if you learn. She has a lab and is really respected! Amazing teacher!

She provides many resources for students to study the information. It's obvious that she's passionate about what she teaches, which is always nice, but she talks a bit too fast. I recommend getting a voice recorder. You have to study to pass the tests because they were very detailed. Would take again.

Utz is one of the best biology professors I have come across. She cares about her students and explains the material really well. Her tests go right along with what she lectures and she gives great study guides. She does lecture pretty quick to cover all the material but as long as you bring a voice recorder you'll be good.

Utz is a solid choice for Biol 196. She pulls exam questions straight from her lectures and her exams are straight forward. She does not try to trick you. You have to study a lot to do well, but that's standard for any bio class. She is very kind and helpful during office hours as well.

I took this class Fall 2018. Dr. Utz is such a kind and caring professor and Im really glad she was my first biology professor. She doesnt use trick questions on her exams. Procrastinated studying over the weekend will probably get you a B on the exam. She gives really good feedback when you go into her office hours.

Dr. Utz is probably the best choice to take for Biol 196. She's a great lecturer and tries to use real world examples when explaining more difficult concepts. The pre and post class assignments were a bit tedious, but weren't that bad. I mainly studied her powerpoint slides, and looked in the textbook for more info on the more difficult topics

Dr Utz actually explains the slides she uses, unlike other professor. There are in class assignments every lecture, so you have to go to class. She always encourages us to email her if we have questions and go to office hours if we need extra help. She also gives back your exam scantron and posts the the exam questions on Canvas.

Her class is straight forward. She takes A LOT of initiatives to get you to succeed, so there is zero excuses to fail with her. Exams are hard, but if you study a lot and supplement the content, you will do fine. Online quiz after every chapter and 4 exams. Don't wait last minute to study, especially her CUMULATIVE 20 chapter FINAL.

I had Dr. Utz for her first semester ever teaching BIOL197. I'd highly recommend her, she clearly understands 197 is a hard class and extremely content-heavy so she tries her hardest to make material digestible for students. Provides exam content breakdowns and accessible outside of class. Class is difficult but very manageable if you study well :)

Utz is a very kind and caring professor. She tries her best to make biology understandable through examples and activities. She pays attention to the overall performance of the class and finds ways that could improve our grade. When I took her, there were some opportunities for extra points through small assignments.

A lot of people bash on Utz for things that actually have to do with the DEPARTMENT. Utz has to teach from the slides and time is limited. At the end of the day you need to study pretty hard(regardless of the prof). Nobody likes it and nobody wants to be responsible for their own bad grades. It is possible to get a good grade, but its not easy.

The lectures are power-point heavy with emphasis on term you need to memorize for exams. It is a lecture heavy course but manageable. The professor does care for the success of the students.

Dr. Utz is very passionate about what she teaches, and she definitely knows her stuff. I have taken both 196 and 197 (now 190 and 191) with her. This class is not easy. There will be times where it is going really fast. She asks a lot of questions that really make you think. Her exams can be very tricky. Solid choice. Difficult subject.

I think she is a solid professor choice for the pandemic as she does not give a lot of work and she understands situations. She also gives extra credit. She might not be lenient on the tests but the tests are easy enough to the point that there's no way you won't get above a C if you study

Bad grades don't mean bad professors. Utz is a solid prof. STUDY AND YOU WILL PASS. Don't know why she gets bad reviews. Assignments are easy and boost your grade. She offers extra credit and even points to exams. Start studying instead of blaming your professors for your poor grades.

This class honestly wasn't that bad. The exam questions usually test your understanding of general terms and concepts rather than specific knowledge. If you study off of her PowerPoint and have a general understanding of each chapter you should pass the class. Do all of the pre and post lecture assignments and reviewing with others is a lot easier!

Dr. Utz was a fine professor. Her exams were really easy if you studied the material of course. I wouldn't say she's the most understanding, but the actual material wasn't bad at all. Her lectures were great and clarified anything I may have been confused about while reading the book. Make sure to turn in assignments on time because she is strict.

Although a lot of people did not like Dr. Utz, I didn't mind her. Be aware of strict deadlines, though. If you don't like it when professors read off the slides, I don't recommend her. One tip to this class is applying information outside of class, it actually does help!

This was my first science class in college and it was very easy. Utz does not bother you at all (I didnt talk to her once.) Watch the lecture vids and take notes. The tests are based on her powerpoint slides and lecture videos. I didnt touch the textbook and the lowest test score I got was a 94 (on the final exam). Work and youll get an easy A.

This is my 2nd time having Dr. Utz and I think she's amazing. She really isn't a difficult professor. Her class is straightforward, at least for online learning it was. I watched the lectures, did the pre and post-lec assignments, made my study guide from the lectures, did the recharge assignments online and have gotten an A in every exam.

The first few weeks were rough because I wasn't prepared for the amount of time this class required. There are a lot of assignments that took forever at first. But as the semester went on and I got used to the assignments they got easier and the class wasn't so tough. There are a ton of assignments. Just do ALL of the work and you'll be fine.

Dr. Utz is amazing. Yes you have to put work into this class, but if you actually attend lectures you will see that she explains everything in simple terms. She isn't trying to trick you and her exams are straight forward. Pay attention to study guides/practice questions. Use PPT's to study. You will pass.

Dr. Utz is a great pick among the other BIOL190 professors. She's truly passionate about teaching and students excelling in biology; however, that does not reflect in the exam averages (high D to low Cs). If you're going to take this class, be willing to put in the time and study weeks ahead of the exam date.

Dr. Utz was an AMAZING professor! Yes, the class is hard and yes, this class will have to make you WORK for it but her lectures were always informative and helped me a lot. Use Anki for flash cards and get the image occlusion enhanced if you are a visual learner and you will be set. Also do the practice quizzes. Overall solid class and solid prof!

The class was very lecture-based but she is great at explaining concepts further than the slides and relating ideas to each other. If you enjoy lecture-based teaching then Utz is a great option. Review sheets for exams were very helpful and she provides a lot of extra resources for tougher concepts.

I took Dr. Utz for both 190 and 191. She is my favorite professor. Dr. Utz is very transparent about what you need to do to succeed in the class. Her exams are also the most fair exams I have seen. There are no trick questions, and studying the important concepts and lecture slides will allow you to receive a high grade.

Human Physiology was an awesome course that expanded on what I'd learned from the combined course the Bio dept used to teach. Dr. Utz really put a lot of effort into making sure we knew the, "how and why" behind organ system function, and the disease essay gave me a new found interest in pathophysiology. It's a hard course, but definitely worth it!

Professor Utz is extremely smart and really cares for her students. She will go out of her way to help if you request it. The class is difficult because of the material, especially for non-bio majors like me who don't have any real interest in the topic, but the grading criteria is clear and she provides helpful blueprints for the exams beforehand.

Dr. Utz clearly cares about her students and how well they do in her class. You will have to do a fair amount of time by yourself studying outside of her class if you want to do good. Extra credit will help you in the end if you are just on the cusp of a grade. I only had one issue with her, she doesn't allow you to see your past exams or homework.

Dr. Utz is an energetic teacher. Before every class, it is expected that you have done an assignment that teaches you the material before the lecture. Lecture is supposed to serve as a supplement to the book. If you want to do well, read every word of the textbook. Tests are less specific than the material in the book.

I think that Utz is an outstanding professor, and that she really is passionate with her field of study. I made the mistake of dipping from her lectures halfway through the semester, it's the best part of class and there's a lot of lecture participation points. Her exams are worth a lot (saved me lol), so get prepared to do a lot of reading. GL!

Professor Utz gave so many resources to help pass this class. Though lectures were a bit boring mostly reading off of slides. Not wise to skip lectures though as there are plenty of in class assignments given. Her class is relatively easy if you put in the effort outside of lecture to learn material.

She is passionate about her field and sharing knowledge. Her lectures are mostly reading off the slides,as well as the occasional assignment. There are pre and postlecture assignments, then exams. The best way to prepare is to read each chapter from the textbook before class. It is time consuming, but works. She is the best option for this class.

Dr. Utz is probably the best bio professor you can get for your first few biology courses. I definitely recommend taking her classes because she doesn't just read off of the slides during the lecture. Honestly, if you just pay attention during your lecture and read the textbook like ACTUALLY read it, you'll get a good grade on your tests.

Professor Utz has a great way of speaking, and helping you understand the content. Love the structure of her classes, and you can do well if you put in the effort. This course is a lot of memorization.

Dr. Utz was very informative in organismal biology and seemed to be passionate about what she is teaching. The course is formatted similar to BIOL 190, the tests arent too bad, they generally come straight from the slides, but some questions require you to build off of that information.

Dr. Utz is by far the best professor I've ever had and I can't wait until I'm ready to take her again. Her exams go over everything on the slides basically, so know the slides well. I always read chapter before lecture and lecture reinforced those ideas amazingly well. I took her for 190 as well and got over a 97% in both classes.

She's the best professor I've had. I took her for 190 & 191 and I just signed up for her anatomy class. She provides EVERYTHING for you to actually learn. The pre- and post- assignments were annoying but if you skip those, you won't do well and it will seem like too much. Bio courses in general are hard but she makes it so much easier to learn.

The Class is hard, but Dr. Utz is the reason why I love Biology. She is very passionate and can explain things very well. You do have to spend a lot of time outside of class studying, but that is expected for a biology class. Great professor all around.

Exams are strongly based on lectures and class participation assignments. I took this class three times before passing and by far Dr. Utz is the best biology teacher at UNLV. There is a lot of material so time management is important, but Dr. Utz is always available to help and reminds you of the dense course load too.

Utz is a good professor. Assignments include pre-lecture, post-lecture, and in-class assignments. There are 3 exams + cumulative final. Utz provides many study and extra-credit opportunities. If you follow her study suggestions and stay on top of the content, you are sure to get an A or B. The exams are mostly straightforward. Lectures are ok.

Dr. Utz is an amazing and caring professor! Her class consists of pre/post-lecture assignments, in-class group assignments, and 3 unit test as well as the cumulative final. Be prepared to spend a lot of time studying, while the material is not too difficult it's just a lot to remember. Just spend enough time studying and A should be easy to get! :)

Overall really good, the tests were very difficult though.

Dr. Utz will prepare you for college level higher science subjects. She doesn't just teach you how to study for Bio190 and 191, but helps you to be a better student for the harder science courses to come. You won't truly appreciate her until you hit those 300 and 400 level courses. She genuinely cares, is accessible, and super nice.

Exams contain tons of information, but almost every question is found on the lecture slides. Learn how to connect information and create tons of summary sheets for each chapter and it's doable. She's also a cool teacher, but the material was pretty boring at times. Also, she randomly gives out Attendance assignments so be there.

Dr. Utz is an engaging professor who makes the class material manageable. Attend lectures, study the slides, and use resources like unstuckstudy ai - it'll pay off on the challenging exams.

I had Dr. Utz for BIO 190 and I thought the class wasn't too bad. She assigns pre and post lectures assignments which can be time consuming. For exams I would study the slides over the textbook in McGraw Hill. She has random in-class assignments so going to class is recommended. Overall she is a good professor who is very knowledgable about bio.

Very sweet and enthusiastic professor. She drops the lowest of each assignment and offers extra credit too. I recommend taking notes in advance since lectures can get pretty heavy and helps you stay on track. She offers a clear blueprint of what to expect on exams and offers practice materials to prepare best for the exam too which is very useful.

I really loved the way she taught the material and found it easy to comprehend/digest. This is a class you want to show up to every day and be prepared to take notes and to study by using active recall and the outline provided which shows where all the questions on the exam will come from. Reading the textbook before class also helps with retention