4.5

Jennifer Osterhage

Biology - University of Kentucky

4.5
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
93%
Would Retake
146
Reviews
4.5
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.5
Clarity

93%

Would Retake

146

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What Students Say

O for BIO 148 and thought she was the best professor in the world

BIO304 - 3.0 rating

She is really amazing

BIO148 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

67%

Textbook Required

27%

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B+: 7
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Participation matters (14)
Respected (13)
Accessible outside class (12)
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Reviews (146)
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4.0
BIO148
Feb 7, 2012

I had Weisrock my first semester, I liked him, but I got a D in the class (He gave me a GENEROUS curve of about 15%). Biology is my major and I was frustrated because I did so poorly. Jennifer Osterhage changed that. She is amazing. She's very energetic and wants everyone to understand. She has office hours and WILL HELP YOU SUCCEED. Get her!

5.0
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BIO148
Apr 30, 2012

Ms. Osterhage is one of the best teachers at UK. She is more than willing to go out of her way to help you understand. She wants everyone to understand and everyone to pass. Her energy in the classroom makes classes very interesting and makes you want to learn!

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BIO148
May 3, 2012

Absolutely the best professor I've had at UK. If I would have done better on the second exam I could have easily passed the class with an A.

5.0
4.0
BIO148
May 5, 2012

Great professor! Very energetic and keeps you engaged in class. Helps you during her office hours if you need it, she is very approachable. Also, she is very very cute.

4.0
2.0
BIO148
May 6, 2012

She is a good teacher. She explains things very well and is very willing to help. Attendance is not mandatory but she takes it into consideration using a clicker. At the end of the semester, if you within 1 % of the next letter grade, she'll round up depending on your attendance. Sometimes she gets off subject, but she'll adjust the exam for that

5.0
3.0
BIO148
May 11, 2012

She is an excellent new professor. She teaches well with a lot of enthusiasm and makes the content relative. Fun class

5.0
5.0
BIO148
May 27, 2012

You cannot get an A in the class if you don't attend lecture.

5.0
4.0
BIO155
Aug 21, 2012

Really enjoyed this professor. Made the class interesting and the coure material easier to understand.

5.0
4.0
BIO148
Oct 21, 2012

You can tell she loves what she teaches! Read the book and go to lecture. She will help you if you go to office hours and she will find a student to help you if she can't. I wish more professors were as avid about their teachings as she is!

5.0
3.0
BIO002
Oct 24, 2012

Best teacher I've ever had at UK! She has a great personality and is overall a great person! I love this class :D!

4.0
5.0
BIO148
Nov 27, 2012

While she is pretty, the entire class is a bit of a snore. Biology is a dull subject and she tries her best to make it fun. The problem is, biology isn't fun. She's not too bad, but her homework policies aren't the best. If you're a bio student, she's the best for 148. If not, I suggest someone else.

4.0
3.0
BIO148
Dec 12, 2012

Best professor I've had in the biology department. You must go to class in order to do well!!

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4.0
BIO148
Jan 4, 2013

She goes to fast and does not explain things well. Her tests do not make sense and are not relevant to the material she teaches. She is the best biology teacher at UK, but still is not a great teacher. If you take her pay attention and read the book. Her questions on the test are out of the mastering biology, clicker questions, and study guide.

5.0
4.0
BIO148
Jan 10, 2013

This is meant to be a challenging course, and Dr. Osterhage makes it very interesting. I met with her several times in office hours and she was extremely helpful! You MUST study for the exams, but if you pay attention and make an effort, you'll be fine!

4.0
3.0
BIO148
Apr 8, 2013

Osterhage co-taught my section with another professor, and she was BY FAR the better one. Posts note shells online, takes her time teaching, and makes an effort to be entertaining in a boring subject. I really like her.

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Apr 8, 2013

I LOVE DR. OSTERHAGE. She is hilarious and makes class so fun, but she also teaches really well. When she says only things we discuss in class will be on the exam, she means it. If you can, TAKE HER! She made a boring topic really interesting. She's really nice too (and really pretty).

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Nov 10, 2013

She is an amazing teacher! I have learned soooo much HOWEVER, if you wish to get an A, use her course website. If you do the suggested readings and go to class you will excel. She is extremely helpful, use that to your advantage.

4.0
4.0
BIO148
Dec 4, 2013

Dr. O is a great prof, she's really funny and explains the material well. Her exams are difficult though. definitely study the clickers, mastering bio, in class work(!), and practice questions. I rarely read from the textbook b/c it goes way more in-depth than she does. Just buy the mastering code so you can read the online version.

5.0
3.0
BIO148001
Grade: B
Dec 21, 2013

Dr. Osterhage is very passionate about what she teaches, and it shows. She gets so excited when she is teaching, and it made me really interested in the material. She was difficult, but always available to help. Her tests include many of the homework questions, or ones like them, so it is important to be really familiar with the material.

4.0
1.0
BIO148
Jan 8, 2014

Great class! Much easier tests than the other 2 bio148 teachers at the time. However I felt that her content was less expansive and as a Bio major I wanted the most out of my introductory class.

4.0
1.0
BIO1I48
Jan 13, 2014

She is a smart and interesting teacher! If you take this class make sure to do ALL of the assigned reading. The tests can be tricky so I would suggest paying attention to clicker questions and examples from lecture. She didn't curve a single test from my class. Homework is simple and there are sometimes in-class assignments. Best bio teacher at UK!

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Jan 25, 2014

Great Teacher!! Attendance isn't MANDATORY highly encouraged. Exams come directly from in-class assignments, examples, online homework, and practice questions. She gives you EVERYTHING you need to excel on her course website, but you need to use it.

5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Feb 7, 2014

Dr. Osterhage is a great professor. Makes the class interesting and easy for the most part. Go to lecture and be attentive because the exam is based on lecture materials and in-class activities. There is mostly 2 online hw every week which is pretty easy if you pay attention in class. Exam review sessions help,they are based on you asking question.

4.0
4.0
BIO148
Sep 28, 2014

Dr O is a great teacher. I love her lectures. She likes to crack jokes and make the class fun. Her tests aren't the easiest, but look over the material and listen you'll do fine. Be prepared to get frustrated when doing the homework, however. Most of the homework problems are ridiculous and the animations are no help. Read the book or fail homework

2.0
4.0
BIO148
Oct 20, 2014

She seems like a nice person, but she goes far too fast in lectures and does not explain very well. Tests are impossible. They are now common hour and it's basically guaranteed that you will not pass. Curving does not exist. The majority of people got Ds on the first exam and the second most failed, then Cs, then Bs, then As

2.0
4.0
BIO148
Oct 21, 2014

Dr. Osterhage is hard to get into contact with if it's not by e-mail. She crumbles when students need an expansion on a topic in lecture and she goes too fast. If you can't grasp concepts on the 1st discussion, good luck. These tests don't match what's given in the study guides and there's never a curve. There are at least 5 assignments a week.

4.0
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BIO148
Oct 27, 2014

Very good lecturer and professor. She is very passionate about biology and it shows. Her tests are a little tricky but overall if you do put in the work you'll get an A. Also, very helpful if you go to office hours.

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Oct 27, 2014

By far the best lecturer I have had, even though I'm a freshman. She keeps the class interested by sharing interesting facts and stories. The material goes fast and is detailed, so you will need to read and study to get an A. People who go to class get higher grades, which also proves her skills as a professor. Never fails to get me interested.

5.0
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BIO148
Nov 1, 2014

Professor Osterhage is the best! I came into biology class thinking I was going to dread it, but I don't thanks to her. Professor Osterhage's enthusiasm makes learning biology fun! I have classes during her office hours, and she is always willing to meet with me at other times. Bio 148 is a hard class, but having Osterhage makes it much easier!

5.0
4.0
148
Grade: A
Nov 3, 2014

Great professor, explains things in a way that makes them fit into the big picture. Highly recommend!

3.0
5.0
BIO304
Grade: B
Nov 5, 2014

She's a great BIO 148 professor, but for 304 was close to awful. Demeaning and seemingly always frustrated with students, she does a decent job explaining topics but often refuses to answer questions or go further in depth. I get that genetics is her area of specialty, but there is no call for her "holier than thou" attitude. Tests are horrible.

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Nov 7, 2014

Dr. O is THE BEST general BIO professor at UK. She is super helpful, she cares that the students do well, and goes out of her way to explain things. Going to class is important because a lot of concepts are hard to understand, she loves to draw pictures but they totally help! Would definitely take her again.

5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Nov 11, 2014

Makes biology lecture easy to stay involved in and attentive to. Very funny, likes to use visuals A LOT!!! Interest in her specialty carries over to her class. Wish she could teach all of my classes

5.0
4.0
148
Grade: A
Nov 11, 2014

Dr. Osterhage is literally the best teacher in any subject I have ever had. Daily lecture notes are taken in a course packet she designed, which contains study strategies and practice questions for every unit. She is hilarious, super knowledgeable about her subject, and skilled at communicating ideas in coherent ways that emphasize important stuff.

5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Nov 17, 2014

She was amazing and a very good teacher! I loved it!

3.0
5.0
BIO304
Dec 4, 2014

I had Dr. O for BIO 148 and thought she was the best professor in the world. After having her for BIO 304, I can say that I definitely do not feel the same. When questions are raised in class, she makes the student feel like it was a stupid question and refuses to explain further. Very unclear about what's included on exams.

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BIO148
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2014

Not confident as a teacher, obviously new, disrespectful to students who ask questions, vague and rude in office hours. If you have recent bio classes from high school you should be fine, otherwise I would try to take the class from another professor

2.0
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BIO148
Grade: C
Dec 5, 2014

#1- it's a common hour class so I think she has little control of material #2 she uses Mastering, which is a great site #3 of the Bio 148 teachers, I think she's the better choice even though she is kinda demeaning, and not what I would call friendly. She knows her stuff which is what matters

4.0
2.0
148
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2014

Dr. Osterhage is an amazing professor. I was worried because as an incoming freshman BIO 148 was going to be my hardest class; however, she is the best BIO 148 teacher there is. Her lectures covered everything and involved many different ways of learning including hands on activities and note taking (with her) so you don't get behind. LOVE DR. O

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BIO148
Dec 14, 2014

Honestly one of the best teachers I have ever had. Lectures are interesting and detailed, and she provides all of her notes at the beginning of the semester. Tests are relatively easy if you attend class and review using the practice tests she provides.

4.0
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BIO148
Grade: A-
Dec 17, 2014

She is a good teacher. The BEST bio teacher that UK has. However she was kinda mean in the beginning and I didnt want to approach her. That changed with time. Also she seems very busy, shes always "sick" when we have our Sunday review sessions. Either way the class is interesting and I learned alot. Dont buy the book. Lots of online homeworks.

5.0
1.0
BIO148
Dec 19, 2014

Awesome professor. Just study her power points and you're all set. The home works are very important for understanding. Attendance is also important for taking notes on her power points. Should be an easy A. I received a B because I wasted time studying the book on the first 2 exams instead of focusing on the power points. DO NOT buy the book.

3.0
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BIO148
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2014

Osterhage is by far the best Bio teacher at UK. She makes the information clear, uses humor, and does hands on examples that gets the class involved. However, the test are tricky and memorization will get you nowhere, so your best bet to learn in depth is taking Dr. O

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3.0
148
Grade: B+
Dec 24, 2014

Lectures are posted on online recordings, along with the interactive presentation. Homework is online & can be easily googled. CLICKER Q'S COUNT ATTENDANCE! Clear Syllabus. Funny teacher who genuinely loves the subject. Tests are hard because they are written by the Department and not the professor. Holds review sessions. Posts practice material!

4.0
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BIO148
Grade: A+
Jan 5, 2015

Dr. O is one of the best teachers I've had so far. She is very easy to understand, and the tests aren't too difficult. Do well on the first two tests, and you're basically destined to get an A. She is very helpful if you decide to consult her during office hours. She also has a nerdy sense of humor, which I absolutely loved.

5.0
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BIO304
Grade: B
Jan 8, 2015

She is the best Biology professor that UK has in my opinion. By far the better Genetics professor. She is friendly and wants you to understand. The tests are very difficult and the subject is difficult but take her if possible.

5.0
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BIO148
Jan 13, 2015

Dr. O is an amazing addition to the Biology Department at UK. As a biology major, I have to say Dr. O is by far the best in the department. She's extremely helpful, and will do everything in her power to help you succeed. Homework and assignments inout class will keep you busy. Tests are complicated, you must STUDY for them. All in all, AWESOME.

5.0
4.0
BIO304
Grade: A
Jan 14, 2015

You have to make sure to do the homework, key terms, actually read the assigned chapters, and go to class. If you do that, then you're guaranteed at least a B. She's a little quirky, but always willing to help. She's a great teacher, and explains everything very clearly. She gives you everything you need to get an A. It is a demanding class though.

5.0
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BIO148
Grade: A+
Jan 19, 2015

Dr. Osterhage was an excellent lecturer. She presented the material clearly and effectively, often using interesting activities to enhance the learning process. Her homework assignments were easy and very relevant to the material. Grading was very fair.

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Mar 2, 2015

Prof. O is an amazing lecturer. She clearly defines what are important topics, has lots of in class activities to help with difficult topics, and if you email her with any questions she emails back ridiculously quickly. She always has a joke to liven up 9ams, and her course website is beyond helpful with study material and links to other resources.

3.0
2.0
BIO304
Grade: A
Mar 30, 2015

She's a rude teacher. She acts impatiently with most questions and students in class and has a tone of constant anxiety. She's decent, nothing special. Class is easy though, but it will be the same easiness whichever professor you take.

4.0
3.0
BIO304
Grade: A+
Apr 1, 2015

She is a wonderful and cheerful person. The pace of lecture is very slow due to multiple clicker questions in every lecture, and we end up covering less material and have to make up by watching echo recording. She records all here lectures but that should not be discouraging people from attending lecture, because you get to participate in lecture.

5.0
4.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Apr 1, 2015

Dr. O is probably the best professor I've ever had. The class requires a ton of work, but if you put in the effort and go to class you really can pull off an A. Missing class puts you really behind. Super enthusiastic about the material and made me love biology even more! One of the best 148 professors for sure. Take her if you can!

2.0
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BIO158
Apr 14, 2015

I had a terrible time understanding the material and was lost. I felt she was unapproachable. She took a girl's test once because the girl said "Happy Valentines Day" to another classmate.

4.0
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BIO304
May 9, 2015

Just took her for Genetics. Lectures are fun, lab is easy. VERY difficult and tricky exams! The hardest exams I've ever taken. She's a great professor and helps in any way that she can to help you pass. Spend most of your time working the practice questions and old exams! It's all problem solving! If you don't learn quickly, it can be overwhelming!

5.0
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BIO304
May 13, 2015

Took her for Genetics. Lectures are extremely helpful; she goes over every exam question. Exams can be very difficult- you must do old exams to study for them. Overall, a tough class with a good professor.

4.0
2.0
BIO148
May 27, 2015

Great professor. Hilarious and fair; beware, you have to watch a ton of echo recordings if you classes are suspended (shout out to Winter Storm 2015)

5.0
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BIO148
Grade: A
Jun 18, 2015

Dr. O has been one of the best professors I've had thus far. Some of the material she teaches can be rather difficult, but she seems to have making it easy to understand down to a science. You only needed an 84 average on the exams to have an A, which made the class very doable. I would most definitely recommend her to anyone taking BIO 148.

5.0
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BIO148
Grade: A
Jul 8, 2015

Dr. Osterhage is THE BEST BIO 148 teacher. She makes lectures interactive and interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed her class and the material. Make sure to buy the notes packet from Johnny Print across from the Business College. For exams, study your clicker and practice questions, as well as your notes packet. Textbook is helpful. This class is hard.

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A-
Jul 23, 2015

She is definitely one of the best teachers I've had thus far! Extremely organized and accounts for many different teaching styles. The class will be hard no matter what. Even the other teachers use her website and material. Don't forget how much the MasteringBio is worth! Take advantage of it. I forgot and was borderline AB. I got an A in the end.

4.0
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BIO148
Grade: C+
Aug 3, 2015

She's a wonderful professor. She had packets to help you take notes and follow the lectures. She also posts the lectures online so you can rewatch it. Don't miss class or you'll lose easy points. It's a tough class but she made it as easy as she could.

5.0
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BIO148
Grade: B
Aug 10, 2015

Dr. O was a great professor. She was really helpful and genuinely cares for her students. Make sure to buy the course packet from Johnny Print; all of the assignments, notes, are in there. She even has reviews for exams outside of class, has study tips and recommendations and peaks your interest for the subject. Had her at 9 am and I enjoyed it

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Oct 1, 2015

Overall an educational and useful course.

5.0
4.0
BIO148
Grade: C+
Nov 13, 2015

Really nice and good professor. I definitely recommend her. It's a hard class though and she does clicker questions for points

5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A-
Dec 12, 2015

Dr. Osterhage has been my favorite professor thus far. She brings positive energy to the classroom and a smile every day and is more than welcoming to students asking questions or even just chatting during office hours. As long as you pay attention, review notes, and ask questions you should get a good grade.

5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2015

Take Dr. Osterhage even if you're an Australian Literature Studies major. She's a great professor and explains intro bio very well. The material is very easy, and she will help you if you ask. She even gave me advice on my Biology and Chemistry double major. I can't emphasize it enough. Take her for 148!

5.0
4.0
BIO304
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2015

Genetics with her was so good and she even put up supplemental echos for things we didn't understand. Best biology teacher in my opinion!

5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: B-
Dec 23, 2015

Dr. O is the very best of the best. I've had so many professors that are dull and don't care but not Dr O. She is so good. Go to class get the free points. Go see her in office hours, she's great. Definitely recommend taking this class.

5.0
1.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Apr 6, 2016

Dr. O is a very good professor. Go to class and listen to lectures and you will have no problem doing well on tests.

4.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
May 1, 2016

She really means it when she says "not to miss lectures." She is very interactive while she lectures which always make it fun to attend. The exams also go along a lot with what she lectures and because of that definitely recommend getting her course note packet.

5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Jul 12, 2016
Would take again

She is really amazing. I always like to attend her lecture even if the course materials are not really difficult!!! We all love the way she teach. Always teach that course with 100% passion. As long as you listen to her lecture, take notes and do the homework, you will get a good grade!

5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Sep 21, 2016
Would take again

She is amazing! Probably the best college professor I've had. She is so enthusiastic and clearly explains the subjects so you understand. Her course pack will be your life. Go to class and pay attention. Study the learning objectives and you will do great on test.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
Caring
2.0
4.0
BIO148
Oct 17, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Don't let her cheerful personality and chill classroom environment fool you. After doing countless practice problems and over 100 questions in practice exams you may feel prepared for the exams, but you NEVER will be because the exams are worded 1000X more difficult than what you've encountered in class or studying.

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

By far the best professor I have had. Go to her office hours she will help you tremendously if you start struggling in her class. Participation/ Class Attendance is huge on your overall final grade. Exams are tough but if you but if you put in a lot of hours and practice they are manageable.

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIO425
Grade: A+
May 5, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Osterhage is a very accommodating, caring, and professional lecturer. I had her for BIO425 - Epigenetics and the Environment (Spring 2017) and it was a great introductory seminar class. The first presentation (15 minutes) is based on a paper of her choosing, whilst the second presentation is based on your interests (in epigenetics).

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Oct 19, 2017
Would take again

Best professor I've ever had at UK, she makes biology so easy. She has a course pack with all the notes that you just follow along with and tons of online resources. I now love bio because of her

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
BIO148
Dec 8, 2017
Would take again

Great professor! Not a super easy course, but her teaching is great and her assignments and clicker questions help you a ton for the exam.

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

AMAZING professor and person. She replies to all emails, answers all questions, and makes bio so easy to learn. Her course pack saved my life and she is my new favorite professor. Yes, if you actually go to class and do the homework you will easily get a B or A. Tons of extra credit, and you can earn extra credit points after every test

Clear grading criteria
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Jan 3, 2018
Would take again

I thoroughly loved this class because of how easy she makes it! Definitely goes above and beyond to ensure her students have enough material to REALLY learn the content rather than memorize. If you don't pass its because you didn't put in the time for most because just going to class and doing the work helps a ton and she puts a lot of stuff online

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2018
Would take again

One of the best teachers I have ever had. I loved biology with her! She made it very easy to understand and honestly cares about student success. I 10/10 recommend to anyone taking BIO 148

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Jan 24, 2018
Would take again

I had Dr. O my first semester at UK, and she set the bar extremely high for other professors here. Her lecture notes are designed so that you can fill them in during class, and she takes the time to make sure the material is clear and understood. I 100% recommend taking any class she teaches.

Gives good feedback
5.0
4.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Feb 21, 2018
Would take again

Dr. O is an amazing professor, BIO148 is tough for an introductory biology class but she makes note taking simple and goes over important concepts multiple times. Before and after each exam there are small opportunities for extra credit. She makes great videos for studying outside of class and is very relatable and easy to understand.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: B
Apr 12, 2018
Would take again

Best biology teacher! Very outgoing, easy to pay attention. Make sure to take her practice tests

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
5.0
BIO148
Grade: C+
Jun 11, 2018
Would take again

Good teacher, but DO NOT take ONLINE OVER THE SUMMER. more stressful than a whole semester of five classes.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
5.0
BIO148
Grade: B+
Jun 28, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I liked DrO, but the amount of homework she gave us was crazy. It didn't help me learn. It was just a distraction and took time away from being able to study. Don't take the online class unless you have lots and lots and lots and lots of extra time to waste on her homework assignments.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Nov 8, 2018
Would take again

LOVE. HER. She is very passionate about what she teaches and will answer any and all questions you may have. As long as you actually go to class and study, an A should be very attainable.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: B+
Nov 8, 2018
Would take again

Dr.O is the nicest human ever and cares about each and every one of her students!! I missed one homework assignment and she immediately messaged me to make sure I was okay and then gave me an alternate assignment to make up for the points. She loves bio and puts her heart and soul into making sure you do too.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
2.0
4.0
BIO148
Grade: B
Dec 9, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Dr. O is nice and easy to meet with outside of class but meeting with her didn't help me. She is very vague in class and the notes she has you take don't make sense to anyone but her. The Bio 148 exams in general are extremely hard and do not ask fair questions. You have to know of EVERYTHING for the exam.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2018
Would take again

Dr. O is the best teacher/professor I have ever had. She truly cares about every single one of her students and wants them to succeed. She creates lots of supplementary materials to help you study. Her lectures make difficult topics seem so simple and she is always available to help students outside of class. If you are taking BIO 148, TAKE DR. O!!

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2018
Would take again

Osterhage is a great professor. She gives very clear lectures with plenty of practice problems and examples. The exams are common hour, but are very straightforward. The course handbook is very helpful, and the homework assignments relate to exams.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2019
Would take again

I love her. Great professor, honestly cares about students' success and having them genuinely learn the content. Great prof

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Feb 21, 2019
Would take again

Dr. O keeps her lectures very interesting with her great sense of humor. She gives you the notes ahead of time so you just have to fill in the blanks in class, and her notes are much easier to understand than other BIO 148 teachers. The homework and clickers get curved to 100 if above 90, and the exams are manageable. Highly recommend Dr. O!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
May 15, 2019
Would take again

She embodies what science educators are SUPPOSED to be. Often times they know their stuff, but can't teach well at all and come off as aloof/stern. This is not the case w/ her. She's kind, energetic, and her focus is you learning the material in the easiest, least stressful ways. She makes biology accessible. One of my favorites; highly recommend!

Respected
Lots of homework
Caring
4.0
4.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Jun 19, 2019
Would take again

I took Dr. Osterhages summer bio 148 class and it has been my favorite class to take. She is a great instructor. There are several opportunities for extra credit on exams, bonus homework, and just participating in class and the TCE. You'll have stuff due every day but they are easy points to raise your grade. The final exam was the easiest exam.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Jun 20, 2019
Would take again

I don't like biology, but I got an A in this class. She teaches the info in ways that are accessible to everyone at every level. She's sincerely the kindest prof I've ever had. Up to 3% extra credit for each exam. Exams are TOUGH; not similar to the study guides. Just watch the lecture videos and review the homework questions. Understand CONCEPTS.

Lots of homework
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Jul 15, 2019
Would take again

Osterhage always had the most entertaining lectures, and I always felt that lecture contributed to my learning of the course content. She is very nice and has a good sense of humor. She will try to explain concepts in many different ways if she sees that students are not getting it. I am so glad I had her for this class.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: B
Dec 14, 2019
Would take again

THE BEST professor you will ever have. She is the sweetest and funniest professor i have ever had. She made freshman year fun. Please understand her tests are tricky BUT!! If you actually study hard it will be SO easy. I will say I got a C on my first exam but I talked to her and she gave me study tips and i did sooo good on the upcoming exams!!!!!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Dec 23, 2019
Would take again

Osterhage is awesome. She's so organized and provides countless practice questions, review videos, and feedback. Her practice exams are very similar to the difficulty of the real exams. Attendance isn't technically required cause you can click in at home and watch the lecture online. No book needed she will provide all the notes,

5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2020
Would take again

Overall great prof for the class - lots of homework assignments to make sure students learn. Do the homework, study hard for the tests by doing the given practice exams, they help a ton.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO148
Grade: B
Jan 24, 2020
Would take again

Dr. O does a really great job of teaching a rather difficult class. She explains concepts very well and is super accessible outside of class and is always willing to work with students one on one. You really have to study hard to get A's on the exams but it is very possible! As long as you pay attention and practice a lot you should be fine.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Feb 24, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is a great professor that cares about her students and the grade they receive. Very caring and passionate teacher.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Apr 8, 2020
Would take again

Absolutely fantastic professor! The best you can get for BIO148. Be prepared to pay attention in lecture and keep up with homework 2-3 times a week, but it's the perfect speed not to overwhelm you and to help you digest the material well.

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Apr 12, 2020
Would take again

Love this class! Professor is very caring and does a lot of extra work to make sure you understand the material before an exam!!

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: B
Apr 15, 2020
Would take again

I would recommend Dr.O to anyone that has the opportunity to take any of her classes! She is organized, incredibly intelligent, and cares about her students! If you do as you are supposed to (listen in class, do your homework using your knowledge, and take the practice quizzes) you will do well!

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Apr 16, 2020
Would take again

Dr. O is one of the best professors at UK, 10/10 recommend. She genuinely cares about her students, is willing to help when you don't understand& is very approachable. Course is very well organized & the transition to online (bc of Covid) was very easy since she records herself teaching the content. tip: Understand the content, don't just memorize!

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Caring
3.0
5.0
BIO148
Grade: B
May 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Hardest class I have ever had. Studied for a week in advance of exams & went to office your hours and still got a high D/low C on them all. Shes very nice and tries to be helpful, but material is just extremely hard.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2020
Would take again

Email her if you have a question, and she will help you! She is the best professor I have had so far.

Gives good feedback
Beware of pop quizzes
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO158
Grade: A+
Dec 23, 2020
Would take again

If you can take Dr. O please do! I had her my first semester and she handled the online platform sooo well. You will be in great hands -- and, if you can make it to the online lectures, do so because she engages her students. I think it's the only reason I got a high grade (despite not having any biology since like freshman year of highschool).

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Mar 16, 2021
Would take again

Awesome teaching.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Apr 1, 2021
Would take again

She genuinely cares about her students and their success. Don't be afraid to ask questions about concepts or advice for test-taking. She is by far the best professor I have had over the four semesters I have been at the university.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Oct 26, 2021
Would take again

Dr. O is the best professor Ive had this semester. She really cares about her students and makes sure they understand the content. Biology can be challenging, but she makes it fun. I really recommend her.

Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO148
Grade: B-
Nov 10, 2021
Would take again

She is awesome! Content is easy to access and she is honestly the best professor I've ever had.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Nov 23, 2021
Would take again

ALWAYS TAKE DR. O!! She is so kind, funny and smart! Her course is easy if you actually do the assignments and watch the videos. She responds fast to canvas messages/emails. Some of the material is hard so she simplifies everything and gives great examples. She's so charming during lecture that you never get bored! TONS of study materials for exams

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: B
Dec 2, 2021
Would take again

Dr. O is amazing! She's very sweet and energetic! The class really isn't that hard you do kinda have a lot of homework but you have until the end of the semester to get it done (no late penalties) the hardest part of the class is definitely the tests, but you get a cheat sheet. 10/10 recommend

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Jan 11, 2022
Would take again

Dr.O is one of the kindest professors on campus. She really cares for your success!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Feb 3, 2022
Would take again

Dr. O is an amazing professor and lecturer. She is engaging in her lectures and is so fun to listen to. She makes tons of videos covering topics; there is no shortage of study material. I highly recommend taking her if you can.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
148
Grade: A+
Apr 27, 2022
Would take again

Dr.O is great. She is sweet and wants everyone to do well. This class is so easy it is almost annoying. She lets you turn in any assignment late and describes everything in the most basic way. The class is boring because it is so simple but I guess that is a positive. Definitely recommend taking her section if you need the credit.

Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: B+
Nov 5, 2022
Would take again

Dr. O is one of the best professors at UK. She explains as clearly as she possibly can and makes any lecture/notes interesting and understandable. If you are going to take a BIO 148 course Dr. O will ensure you to pass. The tests are difficult and she genuinely cares that every student has all the material and understanding needed to succeed.

Inspirational
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2022
Would take again

Most work is done online independently, but the lectures are very clear and enjoyable. She does a great job at explaining difficult concepts and making them interesting. You do have a cheat sheet for tests. Very nice and pretty funny. Kind of reminds me of a grade-school teacher, for better or worse.

Amazing lectures
Test heavy
Online Savvy
5.0
1.0
BIO148
Grade: B
Nov 26, 2022
Would take again

The best professor at UK. She is so sweet and caring. Go to her office hours and ask questions. She will help you in any way you need. There is no judgment from her at all. During class she tells you how to be successful in the class, follow those guidelines.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2022
Would take again

Amazing professor. She gives detailed notes that are presented via videos (flipped classroom) and takes test questions directly from them.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2022
Would take again

Super nice and lots of assignments that help you do well on the tests!

5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2022
Would take again

Dr. O is genuinely one of the best professors. She is extremely caring and understanding. Dr. O wants all her students to succeed and motivates her students various times throughout the semester. The course sets the student up for success. Her lectures are AMAZING - she explains complex topics extremely well. Take Dr. O!!

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2023
Would take again

Honestly ones of the greatest professors in the Biology department

Amazing lectures
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Mar 31, 2023
Would take again

Overall an easy teacher for introductory biology and would totally recommend.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
BIO315
Grade: A
May 1, 2023
Would take again

One of the best biology professors I have ever had. Take her

Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
BIO148
Grade: B
Jul 16, 2023
Would take again

Absolutely amazing and funny. Wants students to learn and makes BIO 148 very introductory and easy to follow along. Many extra credit opportunities as well. Super nice and helpful!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: C+
Nov 13, 2023
Would take again

Made the class so funny and made me want to attend. Does attendance questions everyday but these can be done from home as they are online. Gives out plenty of homework but it is relatively easy. Dr. O is easily my favorite professor.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO002
Grade: C
Nov 30, 2023
Would take again

Class is pretty test heavy but if you go to class and attend office hours it helps. Dr. O is awesome. She wants everyone to succeed. Very funny and engages well with students

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Dec 5, 2023
Would take again

If you take BIO 148 take Dr. O!!! She is one of the best professors at UK. She is so funny and engaging. She really goes out of her way to help students understand the content and do well in this course. She is very passionate about what she teaches which makes it difficult not to do well. Take Dr. O!!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2023
Would take again

Amazing professor. She is very energized and engaging, definitely the best BIO teacher available. Attendance is mandatory, and it's easy to skip, but GO TO CLASS!! She is very helpful and breaks it down in class. You also do certain assignments and notes in class. She wants everyone to succeed, you can even retake exams if you attend office hours!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
4.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: B+
Dec 20, 2023
Would take again

Dr.O was great! You get to retake an exam at the end. She is fun during lectures and makes things easier to understand. She really wants us to succeed. She had an echo so you didn't have to go to class but there was a pollev everyday which is like IClicker so you have to watch the echo. The class is pretty easy if you keep up. She accepts late work

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2024
Would take again

If you can take Dr. O, take her. She is the best ever. The content itself isn't super easy but there is lots of opportunities to make good grades. Her lectures are very engaging and you can tell she cares about her students. 110% recommend.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO315
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2024
Would take again

Dr. O has been the best professor I've had in all of undergrad. Her lectures are engaging and your grade in the course is a direct reflection of how much effort you're willing to put in. She lets you retake any of the exams to improve your score and homework assignments aren't considered "late" until the day of an exam. Take Dr. O if you can!

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Apr 18, 2024
Would take again

Dr. O is great, shes hilarious, her class is fun, theres really not much else to say. She uses Poll Everywhere to take attendance, which is like iClicker. She also livestreams every class so you can watch from home and get attendance if you cant go or overslept or something. Plus, the other BIO148 professor subbed for us a few times and she was bad

Participation matters
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO315
Grade: A+
Oct 5, 2024
Would take again

She is one of the best at Kentucky, up there with Steelman. She wrote me a lettter of rec and has always been a fair professor. Exams are reflective of lecture and homework is easy to complete and graded for participation. I have taken her for BIO 148 and BIO 315 and she made the experience enjoyable and interesting.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: B
Oct 25, 2024
Would take again

TAKE DR. OSTERHAGE for ANYTHING YOU POSSIBLY CAN! She is hilarious and truly cares about what she is teaching. SHE LOVES BIOLOGY.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
BIO148
Grade: B
Oct 30, 2024
Would take again

Dr. O may be the best professor UK has to offer! She clearly cares about her students and wants everyone to succeed. The class is very difficult, but she goes out of her way to be accessible for help outside of class. She also understands that most people in the class are pre-professional and doesn't try to burden you with busy work.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: B+
Nov 22, 2024
Would take again

Dr. O is an energetic and engaging professor who makes BIO148 fun and approachable. With helpful lectures, extra credit, and the option to retake exams, she creates opportunities for students to succeed. Unstuck AI proved to be a useful study tool alongside the class materials.

5.0
1.0
148
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2024
Would take again

Dr. O is an amazing professor. She explains difficult content in a very understanding way. She cares a lot about her students, and wants all of them to succeed. Very helpful with grades, and allows a retake on one exam.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
148
Grade: A
Dec 17, 2024
Would take again

TAKE DR. O!!!!!! She made the content in this class very easy to understand. She is very approachable and gives you plenty of out-of-class opportunities to get help. She is always in a great mood and this class was always a great start to my day. She makes the content in the class very interesting, and she is all-around a great professor!!!

Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2024
Would take again

Best professor I have had at UK and the way she teaches just makes you retain the material without having to study. If you have to take BIO 148, take Dr.O

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A+
Dec 24, 2024
Would take again

I LOVE Dr. O!! She is genuinely the best professor at UK. She has you watch the lectures and write notes the night before a lecture and then it's mainly review in lecture. Also, you get to retake one exam and you get a 1 page (front and back) cheat sheet for each exam. I 100% recommend Dr. O if you are debating which professor to take for BIO148.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2025
Would take again

Dr. O is so fun and loves biology. Her lectures were always very fun, and her assignments were easy. The videos before class were boring, but she lets you submit work late so dont stress when you have a lot of assignments due. Just pay attention in class and you'll be fine. The exams were buns but you get to retake one at the end of the sem.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
BIO148
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2025
Would take again

One of the few great bio professors at UK. Flipped classroom style but lecture is still helpful because she goes over tons of practice problems. Can seem like a lot of work with all the videos/notes, but is still very manageable once you get a hang of it. Cheat sheet on exams too!

Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
BIO101
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2025
Would take again

easy class super fun would take again

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
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