4.9

Kimberly Adkins

Psychology - Mercer County Community College

4.9
Quality
2.0
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98%
Would Retake
173
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4.9
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98%

Would Retake

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One of the best professors I have this semester

PSY101 - 5.0 rating

But overall, she's amazing

PSY101 - 5.0 rating
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Online Classes

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96%

Textbook Required

60%

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PYCH101

5.0

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PSYC1

5.0

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PSYCHOLOGY

5.0

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INTROPSY

5.0

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PSYCH101

5.0

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PSYSECT

5.0

PSYPSY

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4.0

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Reviews (173)
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PSY101
Dec 16, 2003

No Comments

5.0
3.0
PSY101
Dec 18, 2003

Excellent teacher!

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PSY101
Dec 19, 2003

Excellect Professor

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PYCH101
Dec 20, 2003

Mrs. Adkins is an excellent teacher. She keeps it real simple. She teaches on a down-to-earth basis and makes her points very,very clear. I love her attitude. It really shows that she loves what she do. God Bless You, Mrs. Adkins!

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PSYC1
Dec 21, 2003

I enjoyed Mrs. Adkins class very much. Time would fly because she kept it fun and interesting. Tests were a little demanding but you would leave the class knowing your stuff. Thanks Mrs. Adkins (are you sure you don't want to teach PSYC II?)

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PSY101
Dec 22, 2003

Professor Adkins made a class that should by all standards have been very boring not so bad, she made the course fun beleive It or not!

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PSY101
Dec 23, 2003

Very open to discussion on varying topics during the course. While she may disagree with an opinion, she doesn't put anyone down. Great intro for those just starting school or returning to school.

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1.0
PSY101
Dec 24, 2003

Professor Adkins,is an extrememly excellent professor. It would be a shame if MCCC were to lose her, her style of teaching is excellent. I have learned alot from this class and know it will stay with me for a long time. Thank you Professor Adkins.

5.0
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PSYCHOLOGY
Dec 29, 2003

She is very helpful. her lessons are easy. She doesn't give home work. she is fun to have as a teacher

5.0
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PSY101
Jan 2, 2004

the nicest teacher ever met in my quest for a carrier. Am a radiology major nd thought i did'nt give a heck about psychology but she built my interest and i ended up listerning to what i previously didn't what to learn...Thx's prof. Adking

5.0
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PSY101
Mar 4, 2004

she was a wonderful and intresting teacher. she kept my attention the entire semester.

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PSY101
May 12, 2004

Kimberly is a wonderful, wonderful professor! She makes class fun and entertaining and she has a great sense of humor! I recommend her to anyone!

5.0
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PSY101
May 13, 2004

Kimberly is a great professor. You would have to be an idiot to fail her class, she really knows how to teach to make you remember and get a good grade.

5.0
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PSY101
May 31, 2004

very helpful, alot of fun, made class very interesting

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Aug 13, 2004

great professor, knowledgeable, knows how to teach, fun, highly recommended

5.0
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INTROPSY
Aug 13, 2004

She's the best

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3.0
PSY101
Aug 15, 2004

Kimberly was very knowlegeable in this field and presented the facts clearly. She got to the point and many times explained in layman's terms. I would recommend her as a professor to any student interested in psycholody.

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PSY101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 18, 2004

she's an excellent teacher definetly recommend her to anyone who's taking this class

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Dec 19, 2004

Excellent teacher. Clearly explained expectations. Made intro to psych easy and understandable. Highly recommend taking her class.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Dec 20, 2004

Excellent teacher. She goes out of her way to make the class enjoyable. She is also very understanding and accommadating to her students. She is one of the best professors I have ever had. I wish there were more like her out there.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Dec 19, 2004

Professor Adkins really works with you. She will go out of her way to help you. She makes the class interesting and fun. It's hard to do that in classes. I really recommend this class. You do have to study but you know what to be prepared for. Excellent teacher!

5.0
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PSY101
Dec 21, 2004

Psychology can be a rather boring subject depending on the way its taught. She made it really interesting. I learned so much. The class was really easy and I really learned a lot with her style of teaching. She is an excellent teacher.

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1.0
PSY101
Dec 22, 2004

KAdkins is a great professor.

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PSY101
Dec 23, 2004

Ms. Adkins was a very clear, concise instructor who conducted herself very professionally. I learned a wealth of information from her regarding the psychological process.

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PSY101
Jan 4, 2005

Mrs. Kimberly Adkins is a very intelligent, thoughtful professor who tried her best to get every student a very good grade. I couldn't have gotten the grade I got with another professor- she's the best I've had in PSY courses since attending school. I appreciate her kindness and wisdom.

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3.0
PSY101
May 12, 2005

Awsome teacher! Would be more than happy to have her for any other Psych class I might have to take in the future.

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PSY101
Jan 30, 2005

My field was not at all psychology but after attending Kimberly's class i got so interested in it that i wanted to explore branches related to psy. She is an excellent teacher & a wonderful mentor and guide. Makes the subject very interesting & easy to do. I loved her class & hope to be a part of it

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PSY101
May 13, 2005

class was all notes...very easy

5.0
3.0
PSY101
May 13, 2005

Very interested in the material that she teaches which makes the class even more interesting. She involves real life examples to help us better understand the material. She is very open and helpful when needed.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Sep 2, 2005

She was very nice, dedicated, and passionate about her work. If you needed help she was there and explained the information again in a different aspect if you didn't understand it the first time. She makes everyone included and has a great personality.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Sep 2, 2005

The class was very interesting. I learned a lot. We also covered a lot of issue.

5.0
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PSY101
Sep 8, 2005

No Comments

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PSY101
Oct 6, 2005

easy to understand and prep for tests. she rocked had a great time in that class and actually looked forward to going to it.

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PSY101
Nov 8, 2005

Take this class with her! She used her job experience to explain different areas of psychology in real life. I also liked the books and articles we read. She is creative and interesting!

5.0
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PSY101
Dec 16, 2006

Atkins is very helpful and easy to understand. The course is challenging and Prof.Atkins does not give grades. However, she explains the material in a simple style were any indivdual can learn. Oh yeah! She answers ALL EMAILS IN MINUTES(if sent after her working hours)! Take her course if you WANT TO LEARN.

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PSY101
Dec 17, 2006

She is one of the best professor I ever had. I would definitely take another class with her. Made learning a lot of fun and easy. She's very friendly & funny. I would highly recommend to have Kimberly as your professor!

5.0
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PSY101
Dec 20, 2006

i thought kimberly was an exellent teacher and would definitally take her class again. she made it intresting and always gave room for ?'s and comments. she is very easy going and i felt comfortable asking ?'s in front of the class!!! thank you!!!

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PSY101
Dec 22, 2006

Prof. Adkins was very nice. Her class was challenging but very fair. She presents info in a way that makes it easy. Tests are very reasonable.

5.0
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PSY101
Dec 11, 2007

I really liked takeing the course with her, she made the classes intresting and included her real world experiances. I highly recommend taking this proffesor very much.

4.0
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PSYSECT
Dec 11, 2007

No Comments

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Mar 14, 2008

she's a awesome teacher who teaches a great class. highly recommend taking her class

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PSYCH101
May 19, 2008

Very informative and interesting.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
May 20, 2008

Great!!! Thanks for teaching me something new!!

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PSY101
May 21, 2008

Very nice professor, will help students out with all questions via email. Would take her class again if I have chance.

5.0
3.0
PSY101
May 21, 2008

Kimberly is a wonderful teacher, and she made me understand psychology better.

5.0
3.0
PSY101
Nov 29, 2008

I love her teaching style and have been learning alot in the course. Highly recommend this professor to students.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Jun 30, 2008

Very easy class if you attend every session. Tests are based on what she teaches in class, not the book. You do learn a TON, though.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Dec 18, 2008

Great teacher would absolutely take another class taught by her

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Feb 16, 2009

She is very good, and makes it very easy to understand.

5.0
3.0
PSY101
May 20, 2009

Very high energy !!! Keeps class interesting and consistently captures the class's attention. Unique teaching style using notes, articles, props, movies, visuals, ALL OF IT! I collect degrees for a hobby LOL and Kimberly is by far one of the best college professors I ever had - take that from someone whose been in college for about 15 years.

5.0
4.0
PSY101
May 20, 2009

Great professor! Makes class fun and shows interesting movies. Gets everyone involved.

5.0
4.0
PSY101
May 20, 2009

Great professor! Makes class fun and interesting. Gets everyone involved.

5.0
3.0
PSY101
May 20, 2009

easy, but gives a lot of info. A+

5.0
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PSYCH101
May 21, 2009

The Professor was focsed prepared and organized. She created a fertile classroom setting with plenty of classroom participation by students. The Professor also used several helpful teaching tools such as, chalboard, puppets, copied handouts, videotapes and books.I would absoutely take another class with this professor.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Jun 21, 2009

extremely easy professor, she gives you an outline of the test a week before. Plus she doesn't take attendance. You can go for the first half get your assignments and leave during break.

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PSY101
Aug 22, 2009

Kim is a very nice person her class was by far my favorite she is very down to earth and very understanding btw she will always have you laughing

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PSY101
Aug 22, 2009

Kimberly is truly a gifted teacher. She is very well organized & makes the class fun and interesting. You don't really need the textbook; she gives lots of notes; but the book is interesting and helps to reinforce what is taught in class.

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PSY101
Dec 18, 2009

Kimberly is an amazing teacher. She presents information very clearly and makes sure that it is understandable. there are a lot of notes, but if you pay attention, you are sure to do well. given the chance, i would definitely take another class with Kimberly. A+ professor

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PSYC101
Dec 18, 2009

Kimberly was an awesome teacher who worked very hard to make sure her students succeed,as an adult returning to school, it was very refreshing to have a teacher help you believe in yourself.

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PSY101
Apr 13, 2010

Best Prof. at mercer. She keeps you interested and makes class fun. Shes very hyper and likes to crack jokes in class. She uses all sort of teaching methods but mainly uses notes. You do have to take a**** ton of notes but she allows time to keep up. She presents the material very clearly and uses examples you can relate to. Great Prof.

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PSY101
May 20, 2010

Kim is wonderful! A+ professor. TAKE HER

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PSY101
May 24, 2010

lots of notes, but if you take them you'll prob get an A. Overall good

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PSY101
Jun 30, 2010

Gives tons of notes...they're very helpful in tests! Keeps the class involved and active. Uses lots of medium to be able to get the topic across. Love her jokes and stories about her family and job which are all related to the course..Thumbs up for Kimberly!

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PSY101
Jul 5, 2010

excelent teacher

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PSY101
Jul 7, 2010

This was a great class and the professor was awesome. She truly taught, I learned so much in a short amount of time (6 Weeks). She was clear about expections. She kept the class interesting and informative. Great professor

5.0
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PSYSUM
Jul 8, 2010

very eloquent, helpfull and fun.

5.0
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PSYCH101
Jul 20, 2010

This was the best professor I have had thus far. Very funny and a great teacher. Made me want to actually go to class. Kudos to professor kimberly!

5.0
4.0
PYCH101
Sep 8, 2010

Amazing teacher! Very clear with her notes, and she had fun with the class. Probably the best professor I ever had.

5.0
3.0
PSYCH101
Dec 22, 2010

Excellent teacher, has great knowledge in the area of psychology. I would diffidently take another class with this professor. Highly recommended for psychology 101.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
May 21, 2011

This was one of the best classes with one of the best (and there aren't many that I give that title to) professors I have ever had! Please do yourself the favor and take Prof. Adkins.. You'll be glad you did! Excellent source of knowledge, kept the class engaged..overall excellent experience!!

5.0
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PSY101
May 23, 2011

Fun class, loved her personality. I definitely learned a lot, too!

5.0
3.0
PHYSC101
Jul 1, 2011

she made the class fun and interesting. count the phalic symobols ;)

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Jul 3, 2011

Great teacher. Keeps the class very engaged. She has real life experiences and stories to tell the class. You can tell she really loves teaching. I would definitely recommend taking her class!

5.0
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PSY101
Jul 5, 2011

Professor made class very interesting. I wish that all my future classes are like hers. She took a hold of your interest and kept you interested in class. Saw videos that pertained to class chapters and very interesting ones too. She is a fantastic Professor and hope that she teaches Psy 102.

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PSYCHA1
Jul 5, 2011

Kimberly is a fantastic professor. She makes the lessons fun and engages the students! I would leave class thinking about what we had learned and found I was always relating personal experiences to class topics. She is one of the best professors I have ever had. You would be lucky to take a class with her!

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PYS101
Nov 3, 2011

The only class I'm excited to go to. Very entertaining and fun we're always talking about things related to the topic. Class is easy as long as you take notes.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Nov 30, 2011

Very easy going and helpful teacher. Her tests are challenging as far as the capacity of information needed to know. But she does give you very helpful review sheets prior to test taking. Very funny and energetic, would def take her again.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Dec 19, 2011

really awesome teacher, super nice, funny and super easy plus she makes the class is very interesting. i recommend taking her for any class you can!!

5.0
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PAY101
Dec 19, 2011

She a really good professor.

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3.0
PSY101
Dec 19, 2011

Professor was fun and engaging. Only classed I enjoyed. Definitely will be taking classes in the future. Very helpful and keeps your interest. Explains everything thoroughly. Overall just great teacher. Love her!!

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PSYPSY
Dec 22, 2011

Wonderful teacher and class

5.0
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PSY101
Dec 22, 2011

Lectures are fun and interesting. Exams are not that easy, but she provided us with review packets to aid us in our studies, which was a plus! Definitely take this class!

5.0
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PSY101
Dec 22, 2011

She is who anyone dreamed of for a college professor. She is funny and loves to teach. I will be taking her abnormal class in spring. She is the best.

5.0
4.0
PSY6774
Dec 29, 2011

Wonderful professor to work with, she actually takes the time to listen to your concerns.

5.0
3.0
PSY101
Jan 3, 2012

Interesting, fun lectures! All you have to do is listen and participate and you come away with knowledge!

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PSY101
Jan 13, 2012

This was my favorite class in MCCC so far! She gives great examples (that everyone can relate to) and there are so many things that I see/hear now that "give me a light bulb moment." Great class, great professor. (:

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PSYCH210
May 18, 2012

Professor Kimberly Adkins is a wonderfulteacher! She teaches in a way that makes it nearly Impossible to not recall information while testing. I work in the field of Social Services, and am constantly using the material I learned in both PSY210. I am going to miss coming to class and hearing all of the funny stories. Thanks Kim! ;-)

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PSY210
May 18, 2012

Fantastic teacher!Actually looked forward to going to class every week. Very laid back enviorment, and very nice personality. She also makes the content very clear and easy to understand. Highly recommended

5.0
1.0
PSY210
May 18, 2012

Best class I have taken. She makes Going to class worth while. You will never be bored or disinterested

5.0
3.0
PSY210
May 18, 2012

Kimberly is very down to earth and understanding.Attending her class is more like a hobby, rather than a chore. Mrs. Adkins is quite laidback however does not lose sight of the material she is teaching and maintains professionalism while striving to keep her class engaging.

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PSY210
May 18, 2012

Professor Adkins was a wonderfull teacher. She is funny,knowledgeable about the material and is willing to help. I enjoyed her class, and I think you will to. Try her I promise you wont regret it.

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PSYCH210
May 20, 2012

Easy class as long as you copy down the notes. She loves serial killers and you learn a lot about interesting, contemporary crazies. A little irreverent towards the subject but most people appreciate the light tone.

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PSY210
May 30, 2012

Kimberly is the type of professor everyone should get to encounter. She knows her material, is enthusiastic in it's delivery, and takes time to encourage students. I signed up for this class purely because she was teaching it. I was very nervous about coming back to college after 10 years and Kimberly gave me a chance to enjoy the experience.

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PSY101
May 30, 2012

loveeeee her, very upbeat and other than a lot of note taking very interesting class!

5.0
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PSYCH101
Jul 2, 2012

For once I actually enjoyed attending class! Very informational, very kind, and most importantly was willing to help her students. I would encourage any student to take a class with Kimberly Adkins!

5.0
3.0
PSY210
Aug 17, 2012

I LOVE HER CLASS! She is very upbeat and encourages students to participate,have discussions and enjoy the class. Talking about real life situations helps to understand the material better. Most of all she is very helpful in and out of class. If i could take it again i would :)

5.0
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PSY210
Aug 21, 2012

She's probably one of the best professors I've ever had. She made Abnormal Psych extremely interesting (like it wouldn't be anyway) and fun. Very adult and laid back environment, very very helpful, and very very VERY passionate about this area. A lot of laughs. You'll get a lot out of the class, and even if your not interested, you will be.

5.0
1.0
PSY210
Aug 21, 2012

She's probably one of the best professors I've ever had. She made Abnormal Psych extremely interesting (like it wouldn't be anyway) and fun. Very adult and laid back environment, very very helpful, and she'svery very VERY passionate about this area. Lots of laughs. You'll get a lot out of the class, and even if your not interested, you will be.

5.0
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PSY101
Dec 7, 2012

she is so nice. you do take a lot of notes but the test are easy she gives studyguides which make it easier. the final paper she is more worried about the layout than what you write.

5.0
2.0
PSY210
Feb 3, 2013

Amazing class, I learned so much from her, this class should be a must for everyone.

5.0
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PSY101
May 15, 2013

I think she's one of the best professors anyone can have! She's really nice and easy. The only thing is that she gives a lot of notes. However, it's helpful notes because it results to getting a good grade. I recommend everyone to take her. I had another professor but I switched to her. I'm glad I did that switch.

5.0
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PSY101
Jun 2, 2013

Fantastic professor!! She loves psychology and her students and is super hilarious and witty. There is a lot of note-taking, but her lectures are always very interesting and entertaining. If you complete and review the study guides she gives out there is no reason you shouldn't ace every test.

5.0
2.0
PSYCH101
Jul 6, 2013

She was a great teacher! very helpful and very friendly, she always had a great story to share and was pretty funny, the class was three hours long but it wasnt a drag, i looked forward to going to class. Hope to have her as a prof. again

5.0
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PSY101
Grade: A
Aug 21, 2013

I have to say Professor Adkins was the best Professor that I have had at Mercer. Adkins is very helpful, attentive, outgoing, nice, and so cute! If you have the option to take her for your Psych classes do it!

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Dec 12, 2013

Professor Adkins, or Kimberly as she told us to call her, was an EXCELLENT teacher. At the beginning of the semester she told us how class was going to go and it did. Great teaching style, if she writes it on the board, write it in your notes, if not...don't. Kimberly is very kind, caring, outgoing and enthusiastic. My facvorite professor at MCCC

5.0
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PSY101
Jan 13, 2014

Kimberly is nothing short of amazing! I highly recommend her to any student taking PSY101. Take ALL your notes and stay involved in class and you will definitely pass with an A. Her lessons are always intriguing and I always looked forward to coming to her class! Keeps class motivated and interested and always there for help.

5.0
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PSY101
Feb 27, 2014

Great teacher. Learned a lot and kept things interesting

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1.0
PSY101
May 21, 2014

Amazing Professor! Definitely take her out of all the other psych teachers. As long as you are good at taking notes (which all you need to do is understand what she is saying and copy notes and attend class. A in class) Overall one of the best professors I have ever had. AMAZING

5.0
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PSY101
Grade: A-
May 21, 2014

This class was great... the professor even better... the class is serious but she makes it very interesting and she is super funny would love to take another of her classes in the future!!

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
May 22, 2014

Very great professor! She is so knowledgeable and witty. Her sense of humor is top notch. By far my favorite class this semester, I want to take abnormal psych now, but only with her!

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
May 28, 2014

She is a really nice person, and an easy person to ask if you need help

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Jul 31, 2014

Amazing teacher,very organized and knows the information she is teaching.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: B+
Jan 30, 2015

One of my favorite professors at Mercer. Her lectures are so fun and interesting. She will never bore you, her personality is awesome! Sense of humor is amazing and all of the things that she touches are extremely fascinating. As long as you go to class, take notes and prepare for the tests, you'll do fine.

5.0
1.0
PSYCHOLOGY101
Grade: A
May 2, 2015

she is the best professor ever. she will listen to you get your feedback and help you in any way. great sense of humor. made my Monday mornings worth the 7 am traffic rush to school. You are guaranteed to pass her class.

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3.0
PSY101
May 5, 2015

Very attractive and funny, lots of note taking but it lead me to get a good grade in the class, first time I ever tried in a class much love and respect.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A+
May 15, 2015

A very kind and sweet person, always willing to help, very interesting lectures, provides review packets for all tests, a very interesting sense of humor, shows a lot of videos.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A+
May 27, 2015

Best professor I've ever had. When going through hard times, she was always there and willing to help. Very clear and interesting lectures. I greatly enjoyed attending her classes. Extremely friendly, understanding, and passionate about her job. Makes it clear that she loves teaching and her students. I recommend her as a professor 100% !

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: B+
Jun 4, 2015

Best professor I've ever had! Would definitely take any class she teaches, very funny and makes class extremely fun. She does talk a lot but she makes everything we learn in the class relevant.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A-
Jul 6, 2015

I had her for my PSY101, summer, Very knowledgeable, funny and great Professor. There is a lots of note taking, but as long as you write everything down, study for your midterm, final and do your APA paper, you will get a great grade. I wish she could teach other classes too. I would definitely recommend her and her classes.

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PSY101
Dec 3, 2015

One of the best psych professors I've had--funny, helpful, and always willing to help you out no matter what. HINT: ALWAYS STAPLE YOUR PAPERS. Her one pet peeve is being handed a pack of papers that aren't stapled, so just do it. Other than that, fantastic class!

5.0
3.0
PSY101
Dec 16, 2015

One of the best professors i had so far. She made class fun and always had a funny story. Shes so down to earth always had me laughing! There were a lot of notes but they were never too bad she always had a video clip to show or a story to tell to go along with the notes.

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Feb 12, 2016

Amazing professor. Would definently take the class again.

5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: A
May 4, 2016

Professor Adkins is definitely an amazing psych professor! She really shows how much she loves her field when talking to her students. She is super nice and funny and is willing to help out anyone as long as you show her that you actually care about her class. Only bad thing about the class is the amount of notes you have to take! TAKE HER CLASS!!

5.0
2.0
PSY101
May 7, 2016

Great professor with a great personality and amazing sense of humor. Really can connect with the class to our everyday lives. Notes are long, but worth. Tests are tough since she tends to use real-life examples. Very easy grader to the APA paper which is 30% of the course grade. Study hard, take good notes, write the paper, get the A.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: Not sure yet
May 10, 2016

Kimberly Adkins is by far my favorite professor so far. She makes class interesting by using real life situations in her lessons and is very funny. I would love to have her as a professor again.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: A
May 19, 2016

Professor Adkins is one of the best professor's I have had throughout all the semesters in Mercer. Great teacher. Keep it up Professor (: !

5.0
2.0
PSY207
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2016
Would take again

SHE IS THE MOST AMAZING LEC EVER!!!!!

5.0
2.0
PSY101
Aug 29, 2016
Would take again

If I was able to I would taken more of her classes! shes such a good professor and explains things so well. Shes funny and makes things interesting

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
1.0
PHYSC101
Grade: C+
Nov 22, 2016
Would take again

she think she is good, but she is not, she is so pretensive

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
2.0
PHYSC101
Grade: B
Dec 2, 2016
Would take again

She is awesome best pscych professor ever

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
PSY101
Dec 11, 2016
Would take again

Kimberly Adkins is an quite possibly the funniest professor's I have ever had! She makes PSY101 so much fun, she explains everything in a way that we can relate to, and even throws in extra examples if needed. I wish she was teaching other Psych classes!

Participation matters
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2016
Would take again

Favorite professor this semester. Fun, excellent speaker, and a character for sure! I was never bored in her class one time and was so fascinated by her explanation of the topics that I wanted to just sit and watch the powerpoint instead of take notes. (Often I did but that was a mistake!) Great tests, easy APA paper. Everything is clear as a bell.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY255
Grade: A+
Jan 2, 2017
Would take again

Professor Adkins has been my favorite professor of my entire college experience. She makes it so fun to learn! She goes out of her way to find case studies and psych memes to post on blackboard. Also i really love her voice idk

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
PSY101
Jan 19, 2017
Would take again

she is nice and her lectures are interesting. She gets kind of rude if you do not come to class. other then that she made the class really interesting.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
PHYSC101
Jan 30, 2017
Would take again

Loved this class!

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 5, 2017
Would take again

best teacher

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A-
May 4, 2017
Would take again

Adkins is a very lively professor that has an incredible ability to maintian the interest of a class, her lectures are exciting and are valuable to the course. If you show up to class and do the assigned work you'll leave with an easy A.

Respected
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

Best professor hands down! Best sense of humor and easy class if you just take notes and study!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2017
Would take again

She is awesome, one of the best at mercer, so easy to learn in her class

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
PSY101
Grade: B+
Jan 16, 2018
Would take again

She's so cool. Definitely will NOT bore you to death i don't know where she gets her pep from but it definitely makes a difference. TAKE HER CLASS

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2018
Would take again

Easy to understand. Makes the class enjoyable, can possibly make your day. 3 tests, 1 paper... all easy if you do the work. plenty of videos to learn off of to understand the content, which WILL be on the test. TAKE ALL NOTES GIVEN IN CLASS. Her extra credit packet is based almost word for word, its 5 extra credit points that can go on your test.

Gives good feedback
Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: A-
Aug 13, 2018
Would take again

Great class! I LOVE LOVE LOVE this Professor. She is clear on what is expected and the syllabus is easy to follow. The tests are a tad difficult but if you study they are fine. If you miss a class you will fall behind, but I also took the 5 week accelerated course. She is also one of the funniest professors ive had. She makes you eager to learn!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
PSY101
Nov 7, 2018
Would take again

She is always engaged and theres really never a dull moment in her class

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Dec 7, 2018
Would take again

Shes always engaged in class, try to make it as fun as possible. One of the best professors I have this semester! I would totally recommend taking her for psychology 101. Textbook is only used when you prefer to use it (not mandatory)

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A+
Dec 19, 2018
Would take again

She was probably one of the best professors Ive had so far. Shes hilarious and makes the best jokes. Her classes are good you just have to take a lot of notes. Id 100% recommend!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2019
Would take again

Yes. She gives a lot of lectures, but they consist mainly of personal anecdotes making them fun and entertaining. Most days are notes, so if you're sick, I hope you have a buddy in the class to give you the notes. DO THE STUDY GUIDES AND HAND-OUTS. Even if she doesn't say it, she'll probably collect them for extra credit. Study the study guide well

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Jan 15, 2019
Would take again

As a STEM major, her class was extremely easy especially since it was an introductory class. Even if I was not, her teaching style and methods are clear and concise. She makes lecture very entertaining and fun. She treats you like an adult and is always showing enthusiasm for all her students. Work with her, and you will pass no problem.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A+
Jan 19, 2019
Would take again

Professor Adkins is absolutely one of the best professors at MCCC. Take notes on EVERYTHING! Don't miss a class, because you will fall behind. However, you will NOT WANT to miss class because her lectures are so interesting and enjoyable. You can tell that she puts so much effort into the course. Everything that is expected of you is crystal clear.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: B+
Apr 28, 2019
Would take again

She is one of the best professors at mercer. She explains all the material so you completely understand. But if you miss a class you will fall behind.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Jun 27, 2019
Would take again

You will love her!!

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Jun 29, 2019
Would take again

Taking Adkins' PSY 101 course was a great experience. She was hilarious, understanding, and didn't show even an ounce of disdain to any of her students. It's really important that you attend class, because she'll make references in her lectures that will be directly referenced on her exams. However, her lectures are so funny that you'll enjoy going

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: B
Dec 5, 2019
Would take again

My experience with Adkins was very fun and interesting. I enjoyed attending her class because of her lively spirit and her passion for psychology. She was very involved with her students and wanted to make sure all of us passed. She was very helpful towards the end of the semester, we were able to fix errors and obtain extra credit. Loved her!!

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2019
Would take again

She's the best! Take her and you will love Psychology! As long as you study for the test, participate in the group activities and do the online homework you will no doubt pass the course.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: C
May 18, 2020
Would take again

Very organized. She tells her students about assignments way in advance. She also makes the class interesting.

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: B+
May 28, 2020
Would take again

she's the BEST professor I've ever had in my whole life! Her classes were the only ones I was looking forward to throughout my day because they were so interesting and sometimes really funny! you have the take her class to believe it

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: A+
Feb 1, 2021
Would take again

She is one of the best professors at Mercer. All of the homework is on McGraw Hill and it costs around 90$ to access the online homework. She records her own lectures and uploads them there. She is caring and funny. You'll have to write one research paper and make sure it is ATLEAST 3 full pages long. Overall, an amazing person

Respected
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2021
Would take again

So thorough when she talks about different topics and will sometimes crack jokes. I just loved the way she teaches and interacted with us. Id say the only hard thing was the APA paper, especially if youve never written one but you get to pick your topic and have plenty of time to do it. I enjoyed attending her classes, i hope to have her again!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
PSY101
Grade: A-
Dec 27, 2021
Would take again

Lectures are interesting and funny. Quizzes and tests are not on Honorlock but pay attention! She may include questions in the exams to make sure you were paying attention throughout the semester (ex: finger puppets used in certain weeks.) Also, random pop up questions during online class to make sure you are present. But overall, she's amazing!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: A
May 19, 2022
Would take again

Overall a great teacher, but do not attempt to submit anything that is past due unless you have justified reason for why its late. Just make sure you get the work done on time.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: A+
Oct 3, 2022
Would take again

She was great, very considerate, adaptable. There is a reason she has an amazing score for an adjunct!!!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Jun 27, 2023
Would take again

Really down to earth and has a great sense of humor. Her workload is not hard, but make sure to do it because it all adds up! Only "heavy" workload to do is the APA paper, which is simple to do. She does expect you to write or type your notes and attendance is mandatory (it's a grade). Very easy to pass and she makes class entertaining!

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A-
Jul 2, 2023
Would take again

Something about her is so attractive. I had a fat crush on her the whole semester. Anyway, great professor and an easy class, and I felt like I learned a lot.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Respected
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Mar 22, 2024
Would take again

Took her in my second semester here at Mercer. It was a summer course, so it was sped up but just do the work and pay attention. She makes lectures very interesting and she expects participation.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
INTROPSY
Grade: A
May 2, 2024
Would take again

So easy, everything it's online

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: B
May 4, 2024
Would take again

Prof Adkins is so sweet and funny!!! Her class is very easy just do your work and you will pass. She is the best seriously, easiest class.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: B+
Oct 19, 2024
Would take again

Prof. Adkins is an engaging lecturer who makes the class fun and interesting. The workload is manageable, and unstuckstudy can be a helpful study tool alongside the textbook. Definitely worth taking!

5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: B
Oct 22, 2024
Would take again

Adkins was a really good pysch professor. She makes every lecture clear to understand, she's very inclusive in her lectures and doesn't give much homework. Overall thus class really kept you up on your feet and was funny almost everytime.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Nov 26, 2024
Would take again

Very interactive professor, she is very nice and provides lots of good examples and media, as long as you do the work, you will pass. Not hard at all.

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 11, 2024
Would take again

AMAZING professor. Very funny and engaging lectures; make sure you pay attention since she includes questions about some things she did in lectures on exams! Tells you about the APA paper really far in advance; start it ASAP. Homework is quick and easy. Would 100000% take again.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
4.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Feb 18, 2025
Would take again

Pretty light workload, expensive textbook!!! Lectures were interesting, overall very enjoyable class.

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A
May 20, 2025
Would take again

Professor Adkins is very nice and she made this class very entertaining with her jokes and commentary. This is a very lecture heavy class with occasional videos she showed, but she still made it engaging. She is very knowledgable and makes herself very available to students and clearly cares about her classes. I definitely recommend her class!!

Hilarious
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
3.0
2.0
PSY101
Grade: A-
May 27, 2025

The professor was nice, but barely make the students participate which make students get sleepy. But she does try to make the lectures entertaining and she's really kind. Class was fairly easy and u do learn some stuff.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
PSY101
Grade: A
Oct 2, 2025
Would take again

Her class was very easy to take it's just amazing and she's so nice and understanding I loved her! But you will use your textbook a lot but it's really easy!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
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