KNows what she is doing. Give good notes. I respect her.

A very nice and helpful teacher. Definately a teacher that you want for Bio. Gives great notes and keeps clas interesting.

She is AMAZING!!!Her class is interactive and actually fun.She may have corny little diagrams and illustrations but she teaches nonetheless.She is EXCELLENT.As long as you pay attention in class and study the notes she gives you will do GREAT>

Dr. Kelly is wonderful. She is an excellent teacher. I have her for lecture as well as lab. She is so on the level and makes sure you understand what's goin on. She does some funny drawings, though i'm not sure i'll ever understand the krebs cycle.

great teacher tests could be easier

She is a great professor. She makes sure U understand the work and she teaches well. Just study all the notes and pay attention in class and U'll do fine.

Awesome teacher! I wish she would teach all my classes!Her lecture is easy to follow, and with her silly jokes and enthusiasm, a pleasure to attend! Highly recommended!

One of my fave teachers! Wish she would teach all my classes. Pace definetly needs more young enthusiastic, ENGLISH, speaking teachers like her!

Shes an awesome teacher, shes cool, shes understanding, and shes helpful. Shes the best bio teacher u can ask for cuz she makes sure u understand everything and if u dont she takes the time to help you.

Great teacher. Writes and explains everything on the boards. Walks into things but is fun

Absolutly AMAZING! LOVED HER! She's fun, energetic and a total sweetheart. Tests could be alil easier but as long as you read the notes and semi-pay attention you'll do great! No surprises, very straightforward.

One of the best teachers I have had. Very striaght forward, tells you exactly what she wants, and is one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of talking with! Just pay attention and u'll do ok!

One of the best bio teachers i have ever had. She was so easy to understand. She made sure everything is easy to comprehend. Also, she curves when it comes to lab grades vs lecture grades. An all over great teacher!!

this teacher is great. Thanks to her our bio department is greatly improving. She always makes sure everyone understands and is very straightforward with material. Dont listen to any students that dont like her. They are just too lazy to study the notes

teaches very clearly but doesnt explain. There are to many notes.Doesnt influence class participation, and goes way to fast. Expects us to know a "biology textbook" on her tests. (too much)Improvements must be made.

Good teacher, expects you to know a ton but gives good notes. Will always give you credit for a test question later if you have a valid point or even quasi-valid. Not easy but interesting and fair. Cheaters bl*w.

very thorough...she expects alot from you, so this isn't a class you can slack in, but shes also very helpful and just a nice person in general. she makes bio interesting.

She is a great professor and is always there to help her students, anyone taking bio 101 I recomend that you take her class. Her tests are not that bad either if you study her notes carefully

Dr. Kelly is the best!!! she is so smart, you can really learn alot from her unlike that kipp with that annoying laugh, who bossed me aroung the lab when i put beakers on a table

Sh eis the BEST biology teacher ever!!!! She explains everything so clearly, and will not go on if anyone is unclear. Always there to help and does not want you to fail. Her exams are straight from her notes, nothing more. So basically all you have to do is study the notes befor the exam & ull b fin

DO NOT BE FOOLED! She teaches well, and her tests are straight from her notes. But the only way you will do well in this class is if you do well in lab as well. If you have an A in lec and a C in lab, mark my words, you will most likely get a C in her class. Grades very unfairly. Syllabus misleading

If you want a good grade,this is not the prof.to take. You can get 90's in lecture,but if you get anything less than a B in lab,your grade will suffer.She is an unfair grader because she puts too much on the lab and discussion group. She is very disorganized. You will be dissappionted with her.

now, it's true that she puts too much weight in the lab and discussion portion of the grade, but i still think her class is worth taking. i got a C in bio 101 (i was crushed), but i learned so much from that class, that it was definitely my favorite. don't slack in lab, STUDY for lab exams!!!!

She was great in Micro lecture. Her tests are exactly from the notes, and she writes all important info on the board. If you take notes, or get the notes and study them, you will do fine! I was shocked I got an A- in micro!

She is a very helpful teacher. She will not have a problem assisting you with someone if you actually go to her. She is very promt with replying to messages and isn't afraid to act goofy just to keep her class entertained.

For those of you who chose bio as amajor and think 101 is "EXTREMELY" hard so therefore blame the clearest and most helpful professor, I think you should drop, some people are not meant for science just like I'm not meant for math. She's an extremely clear professor. Lots of studying, but hey that's Bio for you...and it's just going to get better h

Maybe if you people would stop wasting your time complaining about her and go study a little, you can actually do good. I have never understood biology until Dr. Kelly taught it to me. Yea, the class is hard, but thats because its BIOLOGY, not phys ed. If you study JUST HER NOTES, you are guaranteed to do well. One of the best professors at pace!!!

the fact that some people are so bitter that they would talk about her looking like a rat and being miserable is ridiculous. she is one of the happiest people ive ever met. the class is hard and you have to study. if you cant handle that then its not dr. kellys fault. she's a wonderful prof. who actually cares about her students

...always willing to help. She would "bend over backwords"(Dr.Kelly, lecture notes 2005)to help you with everything. Tests are not easy but there is no way they can be easier with this amount of information. If you do bad blame it on yourself...

Dr. Kelly is an amazing professor. Yes, there are a lot of notes but her lectures are very clear and if you do not understand she encourages questions. Shes a very sweet lady who always takes time out to help. Every time I see her shes always smiling which makes her very approachable. Memorize your notes and the class is an easy A.

if you're not a hard worker...then do not take this class. this class is anything but an easy A. but, if you do you best, kelly will do everything she can to help you out. she's a great professor who really wants her students to understand the material. if you're not afraid of a challenge...i totally recommened the class

No matter what anyone says, a professor CANNOT I repeat cannot, get more CLEAR than Kelly. Her expectations are clearly outlined. Her tests are LITERALLY STRAIGHT from her notes, and she writes EVERYTHING on the board. You just gotta memorize the notes. She explains concepts over and over. There's no reason to fail her class unless U REALLY lazy.

shes a good teacher.. VERY in depth. nothing like hs bio. soo much detail and the exams are challenging. u really have to work hard to get a decent grade.

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So most students who hate this class are those freshman unready to work hard for their career. This class is a foundation course, which means there is a lot of material covered. She writes it all on the board. That is very generous. Upper level courses are a lot more unorganized. She is so enthusiastic and big on following directions.

She's a really great professor and is willling to help out everyone and anyone. She gives great notes that you don't even need to open the text book. She helps you learn a lot and is a great professor. I recommend her a lot!!

She is a great professor! Lectures and notes are crystal clear. Exams/quizzes are tough. Do not take until you have developed some good study habits. If you have, take her! It's a great foundation for a career in bio.

Wow. It sounds like most who post on this are trying to blame other people than themselves for their poor performance. This class is hard with alot of material, but it's the foundation course for a career in Biology; what do you expect? She keeps the interest as best as she can. If you find yourself failing/doing poorly...look at what you can do.

This class is hardddddd. Her quizes using the remote clicker are pointless because no matter how well you study she finds a way to throw in questions you wont get right. She wants to be nice and personal but in the overall the class will depress you and your gpa

She is a very good professor. If you need help or have a question shes there to help. The class is hard and you will have to study. You cannot depend on memorization because in this class it wont work. She writes notes on the board and all her quizzes or tests are based on them. Shes hard but the class is worth it.

Attend every single class AND copy ALL notes from the board, then memorize ALL her notes for quizzes--1 quiz per week--then yuo'll get 100% on them! Guaranteed! For midterm study all quizzes and notes, final is cumulative of both semesters. Forget the book, copy the notes! Hard work will get you through the class successfully!

It's a college course! Face it - it's going to be challenging and intense. Yes, Dr. Kelly does write down everything, but its better to read her notes than that entire textbook! The tests are from your notes! Study from day one, and you will do fine. She is always willing to help those that want to learn. Just ask

Extremely helpful. She writes all the notes on the board in an organized fashion and the quizzes are taken directly from the notes. Always reminds us of her office hours if additional help is needed. Great enthusiasm in lectures.

Dr. Kelly is an amazing teacher. Yes the class is hard but its a intro course and you need to know the information for any other bio class you take. 1 quiz per week but if you copy her notes they are pretty easy .. she mentions her office hours all the time and is willing to help anyone who actually takes time to go and see her. TAKE THIS CLASS !!

The most difficult professor I've ever had. She has no remorse whatsoever. I guess her attempt is to prepare you for the real world, but she seems to forget that this is COLLEGE, not an OR where knowing the gylcolisis cycle and the enzymes through each process on the spot will kill or save someones life. Save yourself from a lot of stress and tears.

I have Dr. Kelly right now and yes the work is difficult but I don't think I'd blame her if I failed. If anything I'd blame myself. She's nice and very helpful.

SHE IS GREAT! she expects you to do the reading and the work and to put in the effort, as she should. she is all about your grade being your responsibility and shes right. she is also really nice and explains everything and writes on the board for you. she is the best bio teacher ive had + ive taken 5 different bio/ related classes in the past

She writes most of what she says on the board, but I would pay careful attention to what she's saying just in case she doesn't.

She is an excellent teacher. She gives all of her notes on the board and all of her test/quizzes are from them. She explains the material really well and will take time to explain things and answer questions.

Her lectures are great, they give you all the information you need and they are usually able to keep you semi-awake. The quizzes aren't too horrid, just be sure to study.

she writes everything u need to kno on the broad. u really dont need ur text book at all. like she is the textbook. make sure u dont miss a day of her class.her clicker quiz are a lil hard. if u get her, go 2 her and asks for her old quiz and study them bc about half of those question will be on the quiz. and just from ur old quiz it will beon fina

Very strict on attendance, takes it every day with "clickers"..and counts heads so giving them to someone else to sign you in is worthless..writes everything on the board, tries to be nice...class is tiring but if you pay attention and take notes you learn something. Not the worst in the world but not the best

She is really nice; however, she is a damn hard professor. Good luck.

Yes, it is a hard course so be prepared to study. She writes down 98% of her notes in an organized fashion, study the notes for the weekly clicker quizzes. She uses these to take attendance (dont try to give it to a friend bc she counts) Don't really need the textbook bc she gives detailed notes. Class is based on memorization of EVERYTHING!

i think she is a rough prof...she writes all her notes on the board but the rough part is honors lab...very very critical and rough grader

Dr. Kelly, in my opinion, is an amazing professor. She goes over a topic thousands of times, and asks the students if we understand. When she goes over a rough topic, she would tell a joke to relieve our head aches. You must devote your time if you want a good grade. Dr. Kelly is always there to help! If you take Kelly, You Will Learn Bio!

Kelly is hard, but a brilliant teacher. She is very thorough in teaching the material, that you do have to put a lot of effort into it, but its worth it in the end realizing how much you really get out of her classes. She is also always available for help, and I never hesitate to reach out to her. She will def. help you achieve if you are willing.

This is not an easy class but worth taking. I think people have it wrong, she is not a difficult professor it is a difficult course. She repeats things over and over and is very clear. Take great notes. I enjoyed the class and would recommender her.

She's a really clear and thorough teacher. She also gives great notes in class. The tests are super difficult though. Way more difficult then her notes would imply. If bio is your major, take her class because she'll help you in the future. If you have to take bio to graduate, avoid her at all costs.

The course is a very difficult course altogether and she does make it easier to understand. She is very energetic and does try to simplify the more difficult concepts. BUT the test are much much harder then the notes imply. Best to also read the txtbook and add on to notes. Great for 1st year bio students

This class is definitely difficult and you have to use the textbook if you want to get a good grade on her tests. The tests are harder than what she makes you think. If you're taking Bio as your major you should try to stick to her class. The material is hard, but you'll remember and understand it better with Dr. Kelly.

She'll teach you FACTS. She WON'T teach you how to APPLY and COMPREHEND them. Her exams are based off of application and comprehensive questions. You're probably thinking, "why would Kelly make her exams based on questions she won't teach us how to solve?" It's b/c she wants her students to go the extra mile when it comes to studying the material.

Her exams are hard because she expects you to do extra studying and get help from extra resources. You can't expect any biology exam to be easy. Biology is one of the hardest majors out there, and you can't expect people to spoon-feed you everything. Do your work, haul ass, b/c you're competing with thousands of other future med-school candidates.

Prof. Kelly is highly intelligent and knows a lot about biology. However her exams are not easy, they are more application than facts. If you memorize instead of understanding the concepts you will not do well on her exams. She is also very specific about leaving class or arriving late.

She knows what she's teaching and does her best to help you. Go to her office hours and have her check your work. Her tests are difficult, so plan on STUDYING for a week or two ahead of time. Use the online book! I only know of two people in my 80 person class who received A's. The class is a challenge, but you will really learn if you try!

An A is hard to get in her class. She gives few tests which forces you to cram a bunch of information so you obviously won't learn as much. She is fair when it comes to labs. Do not study from her notes, study from the textbook and her clicker questions. She has attitude but she occasionally demonstrates the material in a really fun way.

She is a nice person. She complains a lot about her having to grade all of our stuff when in fact she only grades our exams on scantrons. She tries to make the content less difficult. Know the material and you'll pass the class.

Dr. Kelly is a great lecturer. However, this course is not easy. She challenges you with applicational questions on the exam to ensure that you actually understand the material taught in lecture so if you're not willing to do the work then you will not pass this class. Actually read, ask questions, and study hard to survive this course.

Okay everyone here is freaking out way too much. I read all these before going to her class and i was so worried and I am here to tell you NOT to worry. She is actually one of the few profs at pace that teach. She goes very in depth. You have to read the textbook and stay up on the subjects. Honestly a great professor, do not let this site scare u

Dr. Kelly does not get enough credit. She really makes you work for your grade, but if you put in the work you will definitely get a good grade. Reading these reviews I was very nervous going into this class, but TRUST ME just do as she tells you and you will succeed.

Mom is truly the best professor I have had at Pace yet far. Going into this class I was so nervous because I heard that she was mean. However, she truly does care about each and everyone of her students. Going to her office hours are key to doing well in the class. Don't wait until right before the test, make sure you are prepared well before hand.

She's a fine professor. Don't like being forced to buy her textbook. Have her repeat stuff if needed. Ask her stuff, she might seem harsh at some points but she is helpful and cares enough to solve your problem. She might be very busy at times though.

Bio 101 is supposed to be a hard course... go to office hours and ask questions and you will be fine. Read textbook before going to class, and focus on the review questions on mastering biology.

If you have Dr Kelly, go to her office hours, try and get to know her well, she's the least scary professor I have ever met and she just wants to see her students happy. if you have the opportunity, go to her office hours. She's extremely easy to talk to, and is completely understanding with mental health issues. She's the mom of the bio dept.

Doctor Kelly is very kind and caring. That being said, I had her for lecture and she asks a lot of questions using the iClicker in her class. These helped my understanding a lot, especially when she gave us multiple chances to talk to others to figure out the questions. Definitely recommend going to her office hours if you have her.

I like her lectures they are cool. I failed 7th grade English.

I had Kelly for lecture and lab and shes literally the sweetest person. The class itself is difficult, but she does her best to simplify topics. Homework every week, but its graded only on completion. Get to know her and go to her office hours!!

Dr Kelly is the most amazing, thoughtful professor I have had at Pace. The lectures are big- it is SO important to go to her office hours. She cares about each student and has gone above and beyond to help me, even outside of bio related issues. She acknowledges that the class is hard, so putting effort in (office hours) will help your grade.

I was nervous taking Dr. Kelly after reading all of these negative reviews, and via Zoom with no in person classes. However, Dr. Kelly ended up being one of my fave professors. As long as you study the notes she posts, go to office hours, and STUDY, you should be fine! I got an A in this class and you can too as long as you work for it.