4.7

Kevin Kiser

Biology - University of North Carolina Wilmington

4.7
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
98%
Would Retake
95
Reviews
4.7
Quality
3.1
Difficulty
4.8
Helpful
4.7
Clarity

98%

Would Retake

95

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

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What Students Say

Exams are basically the only grades but they were really fair

BIO246 - 4.0 rating

As an added bonus, ladies, he is quite handsome

BIO320 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

25%

Textbook Required

65%

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Based on 48 grades
Most common grades:
A (20)
A+ (11)
A- (7)
Grade Distribution
A(31)B(5)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(12)
Based on 51 reported grades
A: 20
A+: 11
A-: 7
B+: 5
Common Tags
Lecture heavy (13)
Amazing lectures (13)
Clear grading criteria (11)
Respected (11)
Amazing lectures (10)
Hilarious (8)
Skip class? You won't pass. (7)
Participation matters (6)
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Ratings by Course

12229

5.0

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BIOLOGY

5.0

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BASICBIO

5.0

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GENETICS

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BIO106

5.0

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Difficulty by Course

BIO163

5.0

MICRO175

5.0

BASICBIO

4.0

MICROBIO

4.0

MICROBIOLOGY

3.5

Reviews (95)
5.0
2.0
BIO175
Apr 14, 2005

I was dreading taking micro but I really enjoyed Kiser, as long as you go to class and lab there's no reason why you can't do real well in this class. He makes the material easy to understand and adds a little humor to make it interesting.

5.0
2.0
BIOLOGY
Sep 7, 2005

VERY THOROUGH

5.0
4.0
BASICBIO
Grade: B
Sep 8, 2005

Awesome teacher. Very intelligent and funny. Wants you to learn and get a good grade. Tests were a little hard but shouldnt have a problem if you go to class.

5.0
2.0
BIO111
Sep 21, 2005

Yea thought he was hot, but also still an awesome teacher. Go to class, and ALWAYS go to lab, it will benefit and make a good difference in your grade. Loved his class, would take him again if I had any more sciences. Very helpful and knowledgable, willing to help gives ok tests and lots of extra credit so volunteer! Def. take him!!

5.0
3.0
GENETICS
Sep 25, 2005

Good drawings on the whiteboard to illustrate

5.0
3.0
BIO106
Oct 18, 2005

Kiser is a great teacher. He is very intelligent and makes a difficult interesting. There are a lot of notes to take, however, he explains every detail and was never a boring teacher to listen to. He fits in well with the students and everyone I ever talked to seemed to enjoy his clases very much. I highly recommend him!

5.0
3.0
BIOSECT
Nov 6, 2006

i dreaded this class for so long but once i took it, i realized how interesting biology really is....he is an excellent teacher

5.0
2.0
BIO106
Nov 15, 2006

As long as you go to class and actually listen to what he is teaching, you'll do fine. He gives excelent study guides for the exams which are extremely helpful. The tests are directly from the study guide!

5.0
4.0
BIO175
Apr 2, 2007

Test are directly from powerpoints/outlines he gives you, he also gives extra points on exams for reading articles. I did well in his class & I didn't even buy the book!

4.0
4.0
BIO175
Apr 26, 2007

OK. Really great teacher with really interesting subject matter but he just talks so fast that you lose something in the translation. Labs were great and really FUN! Overall I would say that he is one of the best science teachers I have had...if he would only slow down a bit he would the very best!

5.0
1.0
BIO175
Aug 21, 2008

AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME, Funny, easy to listen to, lots of opportunity to earn extra points and obviously really loves his profession. I LOVED THIS CLASS! (he is really EASY on the eyes too!!!)

5.0
2.0
BIO110
Sep 23, 2008

The class is oveall very interesting. Kiser as an instructor is organized, helpfull, and knowledgeable. I you show up to class, listen, and study a week in advanced for the test you will Ace it.

5.0
4.0
MICROBIO
Apr 27, 2009

BIO175 Dr.Kiser is great! Very organized, straight forward information. Powerpoints are comprehensive, and the labs are fun and informative. Im sad that the class is over.

5.0
4.0
BIO175
Dec 11, 2009

Great teacher. sticks to material in class, adds extras into lecture that is interesting. Textbook was NEVER used. Study powerpoints and read extra credit and you will make a B.

5.0
2.0
BIO175
Dec 17, 2009

He was a wonderful professor. He knew his subject. Because it is microbiology, there is A LOT of info but he makes in interesting. Lab will save your grade though!

3.0
3.0
BIO111
Mar 22, 2010

He knows what he's talking about, but he doesn't do a good job of explaining it in lecture. Def. need to do learning on your own. Study guides don't help too much. Be prepared to stay the ENTIRE 3 hours in class. Talks a lot.

5.0
2.0
BIO111
Apr 19, 2010

he is a very good teacher - holds a PhD and is extremely knowledgeable - very friendly - very fair class - take him if you have the chance!

5.0
5.0
BIO163
Dec 14, 2010

He explains things well. He answers any and all questions. He is very approachable. DO NOT BUY THE BOOK! Print his power point and take good notes and you will do fine. I would take any bio class with him again.

5.0
2.0
BIO175
May 4, 2011

Very nice man. Follow the powerpoints and you will get an A. Very smart too. He helps you with anything. However, do not forget to sign the role, he won't let you sign it later.

5.0
5.0
MICRO175
May 14, 2011

Very good professor! He is very thoughtful and understanding but not a push over. Do not buy the book! Print the power point and you will do fine. This is my second class with him, I took A$P with him last semester, and I would take any science class with him in the future. He is crystal clear in his expectations.

4.0
4.0
BIO175
Jun 12, 2011

Dr. Kiser is an excellent instructor. Most test info comes from powerpoints & notes taken in class. I used the textbook to clarify anything I didn't understand but studied mostly from my notes. He is friendly and approachable and works with students when they need help so long as you ask in advance. I found micro to be a very interesting class.

5.0
2.0
BIO175
Jul 13, 2011

Dr. Kiser was an excellent teacher and very helpful at all times. He did very well with his lectures and made everything easy to understand and comprehend. The labs where also very fun and interesting. This was one of the best classes I have ever took at CFCC. Awesome Teacher.

5.0
2.0
BIO111
Jul 21, 2011

Great teacher! He really goes that extra mile to help you understand what is going on. If you pay attention and take good notes your pretty well set. A def plus is that he is SUPER hot...

5.0
4.0
BIO175
Sep 1, 2011

Professor Kiser gives great lectures. He is informative and helpful.

5.0
5.0
BIO175
Nov 17, 2011

Approachable and helpful. Take good notes and suggest recording. He talks WAY to fast when it is the important stuff. Don't waste your money on the book, I never opened it. HARDEST class I ever took!

5.0
2.0
BIO175
Jan 16, 2012

best teacher I have ever had at CFCC. super nice guy, takes the time to explain material to you personally and answer all of your questions. easy class if you takegood notes!

5.0
3.0
BIO111
Mar 30, 2012

What a good teacher! The material is somewhat difficult, but his lectures are really clear. His lectures are funny, he makes bio chemistry humorous. Great class

5.0
2.0
BIO175
Apr 16, 2012

Kiser is in my top 5 list for the best professors I have ever had. He is a great teacher and makes the class fun and engaging. The tests can be tricky but if you go to class, study his powerpoints and take notes you should do great. I made an A+ and I learned a ton of info that I use in my major. Definitely recommend!

5.0
3.0
BIO175
May 3, 2012

Dr. Kiser throw's a lot of material at you, but is very clear in his expectations and grades very fairly. Labs are fun, much more than expected from a community college. Attend lecture, utilize the study guides he offers and you'll do fine.

5.0
2.0
BIO175
May 12, 2012

Dr. Kiser is by far my favorite professor at any school I've attended. I would take any class he offered. He covers a lot of material but at the end of the semester, you will be surprised at how much you've learned. Very helpful, quick to respond to emails.

5.0
2.0
BIO175
May 23, 2012

Dr. Kiser was indeed interested in helping all his students pass his class. He reinformed us of upcomibg tests, online quizes, n when n how assignments were due.

5.0
2.0
BIO175
Jun 21, 2012

He is one of the best teahers I've ever had. He will help you however he can. He allowed me one day to work in the lab all by myself and he was there for questions. If you study what he talks about, you will pass with an A. It's a shame he's leaving to go to UNCW. CFCC is losing an awesome professor!

5.0
3.0
BIO246
Nov 23, 2012

he's a great guy and a great professor. he's super helpful and approachable and he really cares if his students are learning! definitely take him!

5.0
2.0
BIO246
Dec 11, 2012

Great professor who is super clear. Class was pretty easy, but make sure you study for the exams. All his notes are on blackboard.

5.0
2.0
BIO246
May 19, 2013

He is the best professor I have ever had! He made this class so interesting and is always willing to help with questions. Such a nice person and I wish I could take another of his classes.

5.0
2.0
BIO246
May 28, 2013

Dr. Kiser is a great professor who keeps students engaged and makes subject material interesting. As long as you go to close, pay attention and study you will do well on tests. He is very reasonable and extremely helpful if you have any questions. I recommend going to every class because the notes are an outline.

5.0
2.0
BIO246
Apr 10, 2014

Very cool class. Kiser is an awesome guy and very easy to understand. Attending lecture and taking good notes are key to making an A. Tests are straight forward (no tricks)and easy if you at least study a little bit. Only grades are 3 tests and the final. He gives an additional optional final to replace a low grade if needed.

5.0
4.0
BIO246
Jul 21, 2014

Dr. Kiser was one of the most helpful professors i have ever had at UNCW. The material is actually extremely interesting and I learned so much in his class that I actually use in everyday life. Make sure to go to the SI sessions because they are extremely helpful and Dr. Kiser helped bump up my grade because of my attendance at SI!

5.0
3.0
MICROBIOLOGY
Sep 22, 2014

Although course material was difficult, there couldn't be a better professor to teach the material. His lectures are engaging and he makes the subject matter really interesting. There are alotttttt of terms to remember for tests, but if you study a little bit at a time, you'll do fine on it. Great professor, very clear, and so helpful.

5.0
3.0
BIO320
Oct 27, 2014

He changed the way the class went so there was a separate multiple choice test, then a group test, and an essay exam all on different days for each test but in the end it helps out your grade because you can bomb a test and still make an A. Only studying I did was read over the articles before the essay exam.

5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Nov 7, 2014

Kiser is really great in lecture. Class attendance isn't mandatory but I assure you, you need to go. Microbiology is hard but he is very straightforward and tries to make the class enjoyable. His tests aren't easy but he is very fair. I didn't care for the subject matter but Kiser made it as good as it was going to get. Don't need book

3.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: Incomplete
Nov 10, 2014

His lectures are interesting but unless you write everything that comes out of his mouth the tests are pretty hard! Highest test grade ive gotten...85! Probably will be getting my first C during college! Wish I could drop it..

4.0
4.0
BIO246
Dec 1, 2014

Gives good notes and keeps lectures funny and interesting. The SI session for his class with Anna is super helpful as well. You use the textbook some, especially for the last exam so I would get that.

5.0
4.0
BIO320
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2014

Dr. Kiser is amazing. He is super helpful and will clarify anything for you, even during tests. He wants his students to do well and all you have to do is reach out and ASK! You need to go to class since not much information is on the power points but class is enjoyable due to his teaching style. As an added bonus, ladies, he is quite handsome!

5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Jun 9, 2015

Kiser is so great! He makes lecture funnyengaging and he is always very friendly and easy to approach. I also took the lab and it make me like him as a professor even more. He's great!

5.0
3.0
12229
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2015

He was very helpful but SI helped so much she told you what would most likely be on the tests.

5.0
2.0
BIO240
Grade: A+
Aug 27, 2015

Dr. Kiser is an amazing man. I had a question for him on the very first day and he was so invited, helpful and very approachable! He is very nice and incredibly helpful. I had him for microbiology which I needed an A in to get into the nursing program and he did everything in his power to help. Such a great professor and SO NICE to look at too!

5.0
1.0
BIO425
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2015

Really awesome teacher that cares about his work and students understanding more than just a grade.

4.0
4.0
BIO110
Grade: A-
Dec 12, 2015

I enjoyed his class and thought he was a good teacher. Until he gives an A- for literally anything below a 93.9. Really. Bro. Common. Get real.

5.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Dec 31, 2015

Dr. Kiser was a really good professor & he kept what could sometimes be boring information funny & entertaining. Though he only lectures with PPTs, he is engaging even to a huge auditorium of students. To get an A you need a 94 & the class is definitely challenging, but I enjoyed it overall & he really wants his students to succeed!

3.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: B
Feb 3, 2016

Class is difficult. If you study hard and long you'll make it. His tests are about 1/4 definition and memorization, and 3/4 conceptual. So you need to both know the material and know how to apply it. It was difficult, but the last half of the semester it gets interesting and kinda fun.

5.0
2.0
BIO246
Grade: A+
Jun 7, 2016
Would take again

Kevin Kiser is the best professor I have ever had. I took him over summer and made 100s on most the exams, A's on all of them. Just pay attention in class and go over your notes every day and you'll make an A. His exams are all information from his power points and what he says in class - I didn't ever use the book. Take Kevin Kiser people!

5.0
3.0
BIO246
Oct 14, 2016
Would take again

Kiser is an amazing professor. His lectures are clear and his exams are very fair You have to put in a lot of work to get an A but all of the information he presents is on the exam, no surprised. The questions are conceptual but not too difficult. He's a great lecturer and is very informative.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Oct 19, 2016
Would take again

Awesome professor. Awesome lectures. The class in itself (microbiology) is very interesting because it applies to your daily life, microbes are everywhere. Tests are very clear and concise, it is not hard to do well on them as long as you put in the necessary effort. Would recommend.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

Kiser is the best! He teaches Microbiology with so much enthusiasm! The class itself is made so relatable to our daily lives by this man! Loved his class! Tests were very easy and very clear what we needed to learn ( DO THE PRACTICE TESTS hint hint). Take this man because he is amazing!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: A+
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

Exams are basically the only grades but they were really fair. They were difficult but he gives you everything you should know in his powerpoints. Definitely take the practice exams and do the supplemental readings before the tests!! Kiser was a chill dude and I learned a lot from his class that helped me with other classes. Also go to class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: B-
Dec 31, 2017
Would take again

If you know what Top Hat is, get ready to use it during lectures and for homework. Dr. Kiser is a great lecturer. He is funny and keeps you engaged. There is a lot of homework but it is all helpful. The tests always have a few extra credit questions and you get a chance to replace one of your grades with an optional final.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Would take again
5.0
4.0
BIO246
Mar 4, 2018
Would take again

Mr. Kiser has been one of the best professors that I have ever had at UNCW, he explains the material very clearly and made learning fun. He makes everything as simple as possible, and I look forward to going to class. He makes learning fun, and he is a true example of what a good professor should be like.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Apr 5, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is incredible. The true epitome of what a professor should be. Micro of Human Diseases is super interesting and enjoyable. He breaks down the material in an understandable manner. The tests also aren't too bad if you study! He also uses TopHat for class participation & homework - and for tests if you want to take them online!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BIO246
Grade: B+
Apr 17, 2018
Would take again

Kevin Kiser is a fantastic teacher. He is very passionate about the material and wants to teach others the same thing. He makes the material easy to understand and interesting by relating it to real world problems. If I could have him for my professor for every class i would. You have to work on tophat though thats the only grade other than tests.

Gives good feedback
Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
2.0
BIO246
Grade: A-
Jul 17, 2018
Would take again

Kiser is so funny and his class was never boring. Tests are identical practice tests, just find a good Quizlet and you'll do fine. Frequent hw but very easy and participation questions every lecture.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Nov 20, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is a great professor. His lectures are very effective of explaining the content so it's important you always go. He's a funny professor that can keep your attention with anything he says as he always makes his presentations funny and entertaining. I would take again if given the opportunity to.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
BIO246
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

The course itself is difficult (was taking fall 2018 aka hurricane Florence season). The lectures were great and he explained everything well. The course itself is manageable with time management and determination

Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
BIO246
Grade: A-
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is awesome! This class was time-consuming (because of hurricane Florence) but if you put in the work and study it isn't too hard to get an A. The Tophat homework is very helpful to study for the exams, and all of the questions on the exams are things that we went over in class he doesn't try to trick you. Take him if you have the chance!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A-
May 13, 2019
Would take again

Kiser is easily one of the best professors UNCW has to offer. He uses TopHat for homework and in class questions. Attendance isn't mandatory but the in class questions are participation only and do help you in the end. He is passionate, hilarious and really makes the material interesting and fun! I would certainly take him again!

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO320
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2019
Would take again

I loved professor Kiser. The tophat can REALLY boost your grade so make sure you go to class and do your best on the homework! He gives fair tests that aren't extremely difficult but require some effort studying. You don't have to buy a textbook. Make sure you review your old tophat for the final exam but don't ONLY review that. Take him!

Test heavy
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
BIO246
Jan 23, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is really awesome. He's super nice and does a really good job of keeping the class engaging. It's a pretty tough class but if you work hard and utilize his office hours you should be able to do well. Attendance isn't technically mandatory but he does tophat participation questions daily.

Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIO320
Grade: A
Nov 10, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is one of my most favorite professors. I took BIO 320 online over the summer. His efforts to help students understand the material and apply it beyond the classroom made the class easy to dive into. I appreciated the graded Top Hat homework instead of just test grades. The test material was exactly what he taught in class. Participate!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2021
Would take again

I really enjoyed taking micro with Kiser because everything is very organized and clear from the start of the class. everything is done. through tophat. i really like how he talks through his lectures, you can tell he really knows what hes talking about and is passionate about it, but is also good at explaining it to those who dont know much

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: B+
Nov 3, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Easily the most boring professor ever. It was pretty torturous to sit through an hour and 15 minutes of this guy talking for class. Easiest way to go to sleep is to listen to this guy talk.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: B+
Jan 25, 2022
Would take again

Easily one of the best teachers Ive had. He lectured well and would review periodically while lecturing. Its a lot of material but if you prepare before the lectures and come with notes done, youll do fine. His lecture notes are clear and he puts all of them on his canvas page.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
5.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is an amazing professor. He is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to about problems regarding the course materials. He truly wants you to do well, so if you follow his suggested study exercises, you will succeed. The material is hard, but not impossible. Personally, I really enjoyed his class. I found him very entertaining.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Accessible outside class
4.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 4, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is an AMAZING professor. This course is very difficult (for me anyway) but he explain it well. He is very strict on how he grades things so it's either 100% right or no credit at all. I enjoyed having him but it is a very rigorous course.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: A-
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

I LOVE PROF. KISER! He is an amazing prof. and actually enjoys what he teaches. Microbiology is a hard class but he does his absolute best to make it clear and fun. Powerpoints are clear and concise. The final exam is the hardest so make sure you do well on the tophat assignments and the previous exams. I would take him again!!! I def recommend!!!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Aug 25, 2023
Would take again

Difficult course because of the content but he is a great professor, he really cares about the material and his students. he makes lectures as interesting as they can be and is always available and willing to help. very clear class structure nothing confusing about it

Amazing lectures
Test heavy
Online Savvy
5.0
4.0
MICROBIOLOGY
Grade: B
Oct 6, 2023
Would take again

I took his lab and lecture and this was easily the highlight of my week. He is such a nice guy and his lab was so fun! His content is a lot and hard but he is a great professor

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIO320
Grade: B+
Nov 10, 2023
Would take again

Honestly one of the best biology professors. Knowledgeable, but humble and wants to actually teach you and involve you in the lecture. Most work was through TopHat, and attendance was not mandatory, so you could answer the lecture questions/review slides at home. Although, when you do attend lecture it was always easy-going and highly informative.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 4, 2023
Would take again

The best biology professor I've had hands down. Super organized, tells you what to expect right out of the gate, and his tests/assignments are super fair. He teaches you the concepts as if it is a story on top of being concise, and he records all lectures (excellent to listen back to in the car might I add). He's awesome, protect this man.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2023
Would take again

Kiser was an awesome professor and told some type of story with the information each lecture which made it easier to learn. Attendance isn't required but he makes it easier to learn the information if you consistently go because the information grows on itself/repeats.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
BIO246
Grade: A-
Dec 19, 2023
Would take again

prof kiser is amazing! he is very well-organized and clear about the course. he manages to keep the subject interesting and his lectures engaging; makes occasional jokes and tells stories to help you absorb the lesson. he is extremely helpful, advising students on how to study for the course and being available via email and office hrs. recommend!

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: A
May 2, 2024
Would take again

hard content; but professor is super helpful and intelligent, cares about his students and is very passionate. The lab is amazing also, you will learn so much and he makes it actually enjoyable. 10/10

Caring
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A+
May 10, 2024
Would take again

Professor Kiser is one of the best professors at uncw! He is kind and understanding and really wants his students to succeed. Tests are very straightforward and fair. He often makes jokes in class and the lab is fun too! He is also very approachable and easy to talk to. I recommend this professor to anyone who is looking to take micro.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A+
Jul 30, 2024
Would take again

I loved this class so so much, because of Dr Kiser. I was nervous at first for this course but he made it so easy to understand and retain. I would take every single course Dr Kiser teaches. He really knows what he's teaching and his tests are straight forward. He is very funny and makes his lectures fun. Highly recommend for Micro!

Amazing lectures
Respected
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO320
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2024
Would take again

BEST professor to ever exist, I had him for Micro and Immunology. He is the intelligent and understanding, easily prof of the year every year! Made A's in both

5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is an incredible professor! Though microbiology is a difficult class, he made it fun and interesting. The tests were difficult but straightforward. He uses word associations in his tests, so look at his discussion boards, go to SI, or email him. He seems scary but is very kind and understanding. Take him if you can!

Hilarious
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A-
Dec 14, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is an amazing professor, and his lectures are concise and straight to the point. Even when the material from the supplemental readings and textbook (optional) are hard to follow, the in-class lectures are extremely important and easy to decipher, due to Dr. Kiser's teaching strategies and word usage.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Jan 1, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kiser was a great teacher and very caring but his class was really hard. You have to pay attention to every word he says. On tests he expects you to remember everything and apply it to real life situations.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2025
Would take again

This class really isn't that difficult. Go to SI before tests, take notes during lecture, and study homework questions and you will do fine. Dr. Kiser is an amazing professor and has very engaging lectures.

Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: B+
Jun 5, 2025
Would take again

One of the best professors I have had at UNCW. Course is laid out very organized. As long as you go to class and do the homework/ self study chapters, the tests are fairly straightforward. SI for this class actually helps and is very on par with what's on the test.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO246
Grade: A+
Jul 23, 2025
Would take again

Great class, just lots of TopHat homework! As long as you stay on top of assignments you should be able to ace the class. Great professor

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A+
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is amazing! Best professor I've had at UNCW by far. He is extremely organized and straight forward. His lectures are very interesting, and he tests you on EXACTLY what he says in class. This class isn't easy, but his teaching style is phenomenal, he is so helpful, and so is SI!! I would take this class again if I could!

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

Mr. Kiser was an amazing teacher! He makes lecture super interesting and you can tell he really cares about his students. With that being said his tests were harder than I expected and there were at least 5 questions on every test that were pretty knit picky. However, he was a great teacher and I would recommend him to anyone.

Hilarious
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO320
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is such an amazing professor! His Immunology class has been my favorite class I have ever taken at UNCW. It's a tough class, but it's really interesting, and he makes it fun; highly recommend!

Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO246
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2025
Would take again

Such an incredible professor. He is super passionate about what he teaches and it shows. His exams are very doable except for his final which was incredibly difficult. Out of class work was very manageable with studying and other classes.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO320
Grade: A+
Dec 11, 2025
Would take again

Dr. Kiser is amazing! He took difficult concepts and broke them into simple ways of explanation and not to mention in a hilarious manner. This class is hard and the final was pretty difficult. You definitely have to put the work in, but when you see the hard work reciprocated through your grades it is a good feeling. He is very accessible also

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
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100%

Attendance Mandatory

25%

Textbook Required

65%

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