4.6

Mark Garbrecht

Biology - Winona State University

4.6
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
97%
Would Retake
138
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4.6
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
4.6
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4.6
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97%

Would Retake

138

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What Students Say

Garbrecht is an amazing professor

BIOL211 - 4.0 rating

Garbrecht is hands down the best professor I have ever had

BIOL211 - 5.0 rating
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Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

42%

Textbook Required

56%

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Reviews (138)
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BIOL211
Nov 21, 2008

TAKE HIM! such a nice guy. tests are kind of hard but if you study you will do just fine. lecture is pretty boring, but he posts all the powerpoints on D2L.

5.0
3.0
BIO211
Nov 23, 2008

He is a great teacher. He has amazing power points, everything that is on the test, is on his powerpoints. You dont have to go to class all the time, which is nice, but I would say that you should go as much as you can. Tests are hard, but all anatomy tests are hard, just study lots!

5.0
4.0
AP211
Dec 3, 2008

Dr. Garbrecht is a VERY nice guy. His class is very boring. He just reads his powerpoints and tests are straight from the powerpoints. Although, his tests questions can be very tricky. So study hard and study often that's why it's anatomy!

5.0
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BIO211
Jan 8, 2009

GREAT PROFESSOR.

5.0
4.0
BIOL211
Jan 12, 2009

Overall I liked him a lot. He just reads off of powerpoints so its not really necessary to go to class... read the book though and look at the SI notes.. they help a lot. His tests suck.. they're hard. And visit him in office hours, he's extremely helpful.

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Mar 7, 2009

He is a great teacher he knows what he is talking about and he is willing to answer questions. His tests are slightly hard but if you study they are a piece of cake.. study almost everyday and you will get an A. GREAT CLASS

5.0
2.0
BIOL211
Mar 18, 2009

AWESOME TEACHER! He really knows what he's talking about! All tests are from the powerpoints, but you do have to study. I've learned SO MUCH already, and am still enjoying the class. He grades completely fair. Probably the best professor I've had at WSU. I would go to class often and study regulary. Don't skip labs. TAKE HIM IF POSSIBLE!

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Apr 8, 2009

Super nice guy. VERY helpful. Everything on the tests is straight from the powerpoints. Class is pointless, just study the powerpoints. Lab tests are a little harder, still, take Garbrecht!

3.0
3.0
BIO211
Apr 8, 2009

Hes an okay guy but going to class is completely pointless. He does no actual teaching whatsoever and all he does is read the power point slides. You could never go to class and be completely fine. Test can be tricky, just study the slides endlessly. Good class to take if you plan on never going.

5.0
1.0
BIO211
Apr 8, 2009

very good

4.0
3.0
AP211
Apr 21, 2009

ahhh the Dr. McDreamy of Winona! He is a SUPER great guy... ALWAYS willing to help! Has an open door policy and would love to help if he can. Class is hard... but its suppose to be.. its Anat. and Phys.! You don't have to go to class but it really does help to hear him explain things... and he gives great examples.

5.0
5.0
BIO211
May 12, 2009

This class is very hard with lots of information crammed into every lecture, but its anatomy and it's gonna be hard no matter what teacher you have. Prof. Garbrecht is a great teacher who is always willing to help and there is extra credit on each test and quiz which helps too! Would definitely recommend taking him if you have the choice!

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Sep 14, 2009

Dr. G is an amazing professor, the best i have had at WSU, his tests are tricky but if you take the time to understand and comprehend the material the test will go smoothly. Take this professor and you will walk away with a lot of useful information. great teacher!

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Nov 19, 2009

Dr. G is very good professor. He teaches off of a powerpoint and most of questions off the test come straight from the powerpoint. He makes class fun and is a very fair professor.

5.0
4.0
BIO211
Dec 2, 2009

This class was overall a difficult class but he is a really nice teacher and is willing to answer any and all questions. If you have to take Bio 211, he is one of the better teachers to take.

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Dec 4, 2009

He is a really great professor. I would recommend him to anyone. You really don't need the book for his class. His tests are just based on his powerpoints and very straight forward. He is extremely helpful.

5.0
3.0
PHYS212
Mar 24, 2010

GREAT Professor! Dr.G is extremely helpful and is always willing to help you out if you have any questions. I'm not going to say the class is easy because no Anatomy or Physiology class is easy. But the way he conducts the class makes it so that you can be very successful but you still definitely have to put the time in yourself. TAKE HIM FOR SURE!

5.0
2.0
BIOL212
Dec 16, 2010

He is the best college professor I've ever had! Is soo helpful and willing to help you succeed. The tests are right from his notes so attendance isn't mandatory however he does offer extra credit if you do attend sometimes! I would take him if he taught every class at WSU!

5.0
1.0
BIOL211
Dec 19, 2010

I looove Dr. Garbrecht! He's a really good professor! He explains things really well and his tests are pretty easy. No trick questions and he wants you to do well. If you go to class, study the slides/book, and go to open lab and SI you should easily get an A. He's very helpful, but sometimes doesn't respond quickly to emails. Take him if you can!!

5.0
1.0
BIOL211
Dec 19, 2010

I looove Dr. Garbrecht! He's a really good professor! He explains things really well and his tests are pretty easy. No trick questions and he wants you to do well. If you go to class, study the slides/book, and go to open lab and SI you should easily get an A. He's very helpful, but sometimes doesn't respond quickly to emails. Take him if you can!

3.0
5.0
ANAT211
Mar 30, 2011

Tough class

5.0
3.0
BIO211
Apr 13, 2011

Amazing Teacher. Always willing to help anyway he can. Probubly my favorite teacher thus far at Winona State. A++++

2.0
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BIOL211
Aug 9, 2011

friendly guy but class was pretty pointless unless your in nursing. garbrecht just reads from his slides then writes tests on other stuff. take another teacher if you can.

5.0
2.0
BIOL211
Sep 28, 2011

I love Garbrecht! He is way easier to understand than other A&P professors. I strongly advise you to choose him.

5.0
1.0
BIO211
Oct 18, 2011

Pretty easy class considering the alternative teachers for A & P, he reads right off the Power Point presentations that he puts online so you don't really have to go to class. If you go to Open Labs and SI (or even just do the worksheets) you will get an A. I would definitely recommend taking him, great teacher overall.

5.0
5.0
BIOL211
Oct 31, 2011

Love this professor, super nice!

5.0
1.0
BIOL211
Nov 14, 2011

Very good professor. Reads straight from his powerpoints and the tests are multiple choice. The tests are very easy if you consistently study the powerpoints because there all the material on the tests are only from the powerpoints. You have to be disciplined to study for lab.

5.0
2.0
BIOL211
Nov 16, 2011

AMAZING TEACHER! take him if at all possible. His class is easy if you pay attention and review his power points. No book work , and its all straight from lecture !! I would RECOMMEND him!!

5.0
3.0
BIO201
Nov 18, 2011

Tough subject, but he makes it easy to understand. I felt he would elaborate a little too much for my own taste (I'd rather study independently for this sort of class), but I think it might help other students hearing him repeat things. Only complaint: Slow grader!! Just a scantron will take about a week to get graded. :(

2.0
3.0
BIO211
Dec 2, 2011

He will not help outside of class no matter how much you try!

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Dec 5, 2011

Dr. G is a great professor! tests are straight from power points and he is always willing to help you outside of class if needed. highly recommended for bio 211!

5.0
2.0
BIOL211
Dec 5, 2011

I really enjoyed Dr. G. He is super helpful...if you email him you'll get a response within minutes. Test straight from powerpoint. Tough class though, you stil have to put time into it. But he's a cool guy!

5.0
5.0
BIO211
Dec 6, 2011

Dr. G is an amazing professor. He is so willing to work with students and answer any questions that you have. He uses powerpoints and puts them online which makes it a lot easier to study. I would strongly recommend him for an anatomy professor. The class is a lot of work, but if you study hard it's worth it.

5.0
4.0
BIO211
Dec 6, 2011

A & P is a difficult class because of all the information you need to learn, however, Dr. Garbrecht is a knowledgeable instructor who knows how to relate the info. to students. He really wants you to learn, and he is very willing to help you if you need it. He is a fair professor, if you put the work into the class, you will earn a good grade.

5.0
2.0
BIO201
Dec 16, 2011

Dr. G is an awesome anatomy professor! I would suggest not buying the textbook and only buy the lab manual. This has everything you need to survive the class. His lectures can be kind of dry but other than that it is a great class. Definitely take him if you can!

5.0
1.0
BIOL201
Dec 16, 2011

I thought that Dr. G was monotone in lecture (read off the ppt). He came alive in lab. I never opened the textbook. I always used the labbook (ask him first but I also bought the lab and textbooks from the previous year... just compare them for some of the units (ask a friend with a newer copy or Dr. G has the new book)). Great prof 4 great class.

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Apr 11, 2012

Deserves to be teacher of the year. EVERY YEAR.

5.0
4.0
BIOL211
Nov 26, 2012

GOOD!

4.0
3.0
BIOL211
Dec 1, 2012

He's very good and helpful! A&P is a hard class but he wants you to succeed. If you study all the notes, you'll do fine!

4.0
2.0
BIO211
Dec 18, 2012

He's very intelligent in his field, clear in all his lectures (unless your the %50 drooling on your desk asleep), and fair in testing. I got a 101 in the class and this is how- note card each lecture before the next one and make study guides for all labs. Ask yourself what questions he would ask. Go over each the day before whatever exam.

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Dec 19, 2012

Dr. Garbrecht is a GREAT professor!!! A&P is a hard course, but he makes it so easy to understand! As long as you go to lecture and study the power points you will do fine! I would DEFINITELY take him for A&P if you can!!!

5.0
3.0
BIO211
Apr 17, 2013

Such a great teacher! He made things very clear in his lectures and his test questions came straight from his notes. Was super helpful and enjoyed taking his course.

4.0
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BIOL211
Apr 23, 2013

I am a repeat offender of A&P 1.I had someone different the first time that was awful cough cough Wilson. Garbrecht is an amazing professor. He talks kind of fast, but everything he says is on the powerpoint. Tests are hard, as they should be, but study your ass of and you WILL pass!

5.0
3.0
BIO211
Apr 26, 2013

The class is straight forward. He has 5 tests through the semester and NOT a cumulative final. I didn't have him for lab. He is very willing to answer questions that you have. Powerpoints are self-explanatory. Study for the tests! Don't cram, you won't do well if you do. I spent about an hour a day outside of class and had a solid A at the end.

5.0
2.0
BIOL211
Apr 26, 2013

He made AP1 so much easier to understand. I had taken it first with Wilson and bombed it. Now I have a B! He gives random extra credit for attendance, the tests are easy if you study. There is no cumulative final, there are quizzes between exams. but all his exams and quizzes have extra credit. TAKE HIM FOR ANATOMY, you wont regret it!!!

5.0
1.0
BIOL211
May 3, 2013

Dr. Garbrecht is a must-have professor for anat and phys!! He is such a nice guy, and he is extremely helpful. Gives a ton of extra credit on quizzes and tests. He also will give pop quizzes when people start skipping class, which is an easy 5 extra credit points. Doesn't weigh any grades. Lectures can be boring, but his class is worth taking!

5.0
2.0
BIO322
Oct 25, 2013

Dr. G is very knowledgeable and his tests are multiple choice! If you need to take anatomy, this is your guy! Don't need to go to class, either, since his PowerPoint's are online. Got a high A in his class even though I was dreading having to take it.

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Nov 21, 2013

Mr. G is a great guy and really makes his lectures interesting to listen to compared to the other professors. Very fair tests that are based off his power points. Not an easy A, but its def. doable if you put in the man hours and study :)

5.0
4.0
BIO322
Dec 11, 2013

The best biology prof. on campus. Take him for sure!!

5.0
3.0
BIOL211
Dec 18, 2013

Dr. Garbrecht is very helpful and wants his students to do well. I've gone to his room to ask for clarity on things that he taught in the powerpoint and he was very helpful and he also gave me study tips. I definitely recommend taking him!!! He will also give you tips on what to study for on a lab/lecture exam. TAKE HIM!!!!

5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: B+
Jan 26, 2014

An absolute wonderful professor! I had him last semester for anatomy 1 and he still helps me this following semester with any questions.I highly recommend choosing Dr. Garbrecht

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Apr 7, 2014

Take A&P with him if you get the chance! His lectures are easy to understand and relate to real medical situations. As long as you attend class and pay attention you're set.

5.0
2.0
BIOL211
May 7, 2014

Attending class is not mandatory, but he gives random extra credit in class. You should do fine in this class as long as you study and don't slack off. He is willing to help you outside of class and is easy to understand. I would highly recommend taking A&P with him!

5.0
3.0
BIO211
Oct 19, 2015

If you have any questions, you can go to his office and he will explain it to will very well. And is very well about telling you what to expect on quizzes and exams.

5.0
2.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Nov 2, 2015

Very willing to help and answer any questions you have, asks every lecture if there are any. He explains everything very clearly about material you cover and what to expect on quizzes and exams. Highly recommend this professor for Anatomy!

5.0
5.0
BIOLOGY211
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 19, 2015

This professor was a very good teacher, however don't expect any opportunities for extra credit or any curves on tests. Hes straight to the point and likes to get things done in class with little time for off topic discussion.

5.0
4.0
BIOL211
Grade: B
Nov 20, 2015

Dr. Garbrecht is a great anatomy professor! He is super chill (comes to class in sandals and shorts). He gives great examples in lecture that you many people can relate to. He only has quizzes, exams and lab exams. So studying is essential and you won't be able to pass without it. GO TO S2I!!

5.0
4.0
BIOL402
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2015

My major of movement science and past experience of being athlete lead to me to take this course, i focus more on the practical and application. This is one of my best experience in WSU: only 10 students, like graduate course, frequent interaction with student in the class. I learned many stuff I want to learn, amazing human hormonal system.

4.0
3.0
BIOL211
Grade: B
Dec 6, 2015

Dr. Garbrecht is one of the better professors for anatomy 1. I took his class and I know many people that have done well in it this semester. The only downside is other professors allow cheat sheets and extra credit. He doesn't offer many extra credit opportunities and your grade is solely based off tests, quizzes, a paper, and lab exams.

5.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2015

He explains things very well and makes it clear what you need to know for tests. Very helpful if you don't understand something. I studied hard for each test and quiz and did fairly well. He makes lectures go by pretty quick by making information fun to learn and uses very applicable examples.

5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 4, 2016

One of the most helpful professors I've met since transferring to this school this semester. Great guy all around. He is willing to meet up with you whenever he can just to teach you 1 on 1. Tests and quizzes are tricky though, don't underestimate them. Study hard. You only need the textbook for lab, study the powerpoint slides for lecture.

5.0
2.0
AP211
Grade: A
May 9, 2016

Professor Garbrecht is easily one of the best teachers i've had in my life. Lectures are interesting and makes the material easy to understand by using real life examples. His Tests come straight off the power points!!! If you study that you'll have no problem with this class. Test and Quizzes can be tricky, but just take them slow.

5.0
4.0
BIOL211
Grade: B
May 11, 2016

Garbrecht is hands down the best professor I have ever had. If you have an option to take him, TAKE HIM. For both lab and lecture. One of the nicest, most helpful, and smartest professors I've ever had the pleasure to take.

5.0
2.0
BIO322
Grade: A
Sep 18, 2016
Would take again

Dr. G is the best. His exams are nothing too difficult. He is very clear with what he wants you to know. Just study the lecture notes and pay attention in class and take additional notes with what he says that's not on the power point.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 16, 2016
Would take again

Awesome professor. Super personable and loves answering any and all questions. Makes things super easy to understand, and if you don't understand, is more than eager to help. Tests aren't very hard as long as you study. Honestly the easiest A&P teacher you'll find at Winona.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
4.0
BIOL211
Grade: A
Nov 29, 2016
Would take again

NO comprehensive final at the end of the semester! Wilson and Thompson do have one. He was very friendly and encouraged students to ask questions. He is a very nice guy as well. Lecture notes are easy to follow, didn't use TB much. Exams and quizzes are just from lecture notes. Print lecture slides out! I DO NOT recommend skipping lecture.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
ANAT211
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2016
Would take again

He only gives you exams based on the notes that he goes over in class. The other Anatomy professors usually take from the book as well forcing you to read but Garbrecht does not do this. He was an awesome professor and as long as you pay attention during lecture and go to S2I you should be more than fine!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BIO211
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

DEFINITELY the best option for A&P1. No cumulative final. But he only really grades on tests and quizzes which is hard. The nature of this class is hard and he does dumb it down which helps but I highly recommend s2i and lots of studying. he encourages questions and was pretty available outside of class. sit in front too bc he writes on board!!!

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: B
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is an amazing professor. He only gives tests and quizzes on what he speaks about in his lecture slides or covers in lecture. He also makes class interesting and is very helpful if you have any questions. There is a paper he has you do at the end of the semester, but it's nothing to worry about.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
AP211
Grade: B
Dec 19, 2016
Would take again

Loved Dr. G, would highly recommend

TEST HEAVY
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2017
Would take again

Best teacher ever! He is extremely knowledgable and he explains things really well. Lecture notes are easy to understand and follow. Highly recommend if you want to actually enjoy anatomy.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIOL211
May 1, 2017
Would take again

Garbrecht is a great teacher for A&P. His lecture notes are very organized and to the point, so it makes it clear what he wants you to know for tests and quizzes. However, I feel as if other A&P professors go into more detail and expect you to learn more. Either way, he does a very good job of explaining difficult concepts, I highly recommend!!

4.0
4.0
BIO211
May 21, 2017
Would take again

Took A&p through Garbretch this past semester and he was very available for office hours and willing to help you understand content if you are confused. He does allow laptop use and recording but prefers students who take the notes by hand. Definitely would take it again through him!

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GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO322
Grade: C+
Dec 8, 2017
Would take again

Dr. G is amazing! His lectures were interesting and he clearly knew what he was talking about. I was struggling with the lecture exams and doing really well on the lab exams so be aware that that can happen. I went in to get some pointers on the lecture exams and his advice helped me improve my exams by two letter grades! Great class, great prof!

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
3.0
5.0
BIO211
Grade: D+
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

A&P 1, the lecture is very powerpoint heavy. The multiple choice lecture exams are on the small details pulled out of the book/powerpoint. Usually 100 powerpoint slides per 40 point exam over 2 week period. The lab class is pointless. They do not teach in lab. They leave you to learn on your own. This makes you question yourself on lab exams.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests are tough
4.0
4.0
ANAT211
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is a very good professor. His lectures were very straight forward and access to lecture notes online was easy. The tests were spread out evenly and questions were not insanely difficult, but difficult enough you needed to study. If you attend lectures and study hard outside of class, you will do well.

Respected
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BIOL211
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

Garbrecht is straight forward. He tests on what he lectures and wants everyone to do great. You need to go to lectures to understand everything, he does a great job at explaining things. He's easy to talk to and one of my favorite professors. You definitely want Garbrecht for A&P.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIOL211
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is the best BIOL 211 professor ever! He is very clear on what he wants you to learn. Make sure to study though because his quizzes and exams can be difficult if you don't do any preparation beforehand. There is extra credit on all tests. Anyways, he's a wonderful professor and is really helpful if need clarification on anything.

Skip class? You won't pass.
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2017
Would take again

Taking anatomy with Garbrecht was a great way to get introduced to the topic. It's clear how much he cares about his students doing well and finding the material interesting. This class is not easy... you MUST study, although Garbrecht makes this class tolerable and even enjoyable.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
TEST HEAVY
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO322
Grade: B
Jan 8, 2018
Would take again

I loved his class. His lectures were heavily based off of his power points, and he reiterated a lot during this time. I personally thought his testes were tough, so I asked him how to improve and he gave me pretty great feedback and it improved my test score. Super nice guy and I wish I could take more of his classes.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Mar 30, 2018
Would take again

Great professor for A&P 1. Very clear and open to questions, and very willing to help. Very patient and teaches well overall. Would definitely recommend to anyone, makes BIO211 as easy as it can be.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
ANAT211
Sep 24, 2018
Would take again

As I have heard, he is the easiest Anatomy professor. I did not enjoy anatomy what so ever, but he made it a little bit better. He will repeat the important information and his grading is very clear. You MUST study for the test. Beware the bone test is the first exam of the year which you must look at every day or you'll take an L like me

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO211
Nov 8, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is an amazing professor in class and outside of class. His lectures allowed me to understand concepts from biology and chemistry that in the past I have struggled with. I would recommend printing off the lecture slides and going off of them. His tests rely mostly on his powerpoints. You get quizzes for his class which are easy points.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Nov 9, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Garbrech is probably the best Anatomy professor to take. He explains all of the information thoroughly and his exams and quizzes are based off of the power points. Dr. Garbrech has quizzes before the exams which is nice because it gives you more point opportunities other than just the exams. Never had an issue with him so I highly recommend.

TEST HEAVY
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: B
Nov 20, 2018
Would take again

Professor Garbrecht is the best professor to take for anatomy. He explains everything very clearly so that everyone understands the material. You'll definitely need to study outside of class, but that is said for all anatomy classes. If you have the choice, take Garbrecht.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: B-
Dec 4, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht was a phenomenal A&P teacher. His lectures were never boring, he always adds personal anecdotes to make lectures even better. He is very flexible in terms of being available for students. His exams are not easy, but they are straightforward. He is always cheery and smiling which makes the class a lot more fun. I highly recommend Dr G.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2018
Would take again

Basically Dr. G is amazing and you should try hard to get him for BIO 211. He truly does care and he wants you to do good. The whole class is respected so much from him and this shows in his personality and how much he cares. He really wants you to do good and he will do pop quizzes on daily lecture material for extra credit too. Awesome guy.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: B+
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

Dr.G was the best professor that I've had this whole semester. He's insanely smart and can help you with anything you need. He made Anat&Phys a fun class that I enjoyed going to and learning about. I learned a lot this semester and would recommend him to anyone.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is a great professor! He understands that Anat. & Phys. can be a tough subject for so many students, but he really wants everyone to succeed. His lectures are helpful; he never tests on anything that isn't covered in class. He is a fair grader, and he is always happy to answer questions! I'd highly recommend taking Dr. G's class.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2018
Would take again

Very good guy overall. 4 exams, 4 lab exams, 4 quizzes, his exams are straight forward and all the material is posted on power points. Going to S2I for this class helps a lot!! You do need to study a fair amount but it's very clear what the material is going to be on the test. Dr. G is the real G

Inspirational
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO211
May 8, 2019
Would take again

Professor Garbrecht is an amazing professor! He is very nice and understanding, attend all lectures so you dont miss opportunities of extra credit, his lectures are interesting and easy to understand

Respected
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
5.0
BIO211
Grade: F
May 14, 2019
Would take again

Dr G is very intelligent. Personally I found his lectures to be extremely boring, but A&P is not really anything to be excited about. In his syllabus it says makeup exams are not acceptable, but he will let you make it up if you miss it. His quizzes and exams are easy to understand (if you studied). Show up to class for bonus points. I took an L.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIOL211
Grade: A
Sep 11, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is an amazing professor! I took his A&P1 class this past spring and it was a very good experience. He was clear with what he wanted us to learn, and always wanted to help if anyone had any questions. He was also very good at working around scheduling conflicts. Highly recommend!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIOL211
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is seriously one of the best professors ever. He splits up his grading system by 4 lab exams, 4 quizzes, and 4 lecture exams. He doesn't test you heavily on the information tested on the quiz on the lecture exam and there are extra credit opportunities on both of them. You are only tested on lecture information. Go to S2i! Love Dr. G

Respected
Accessible outside class
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
BIOL211
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2019
Would take again

He goes through a lot of material in lecture. Every exam for lab or lecture and quiz always has bonus questions for extra credit! This class takes time and effort into looking over notes daily. But if you stay on top of studying and use S2i you should do pretty well!

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2019
Would take again

BEST ANATOMY PROFESSOR! If you are nervous about A and P, take Dr. G!! He is so welcoming and caring! If you work hard and go to S2I, you will get an A!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht was the best anatomy professor. The lecture exam and quiz questions come strait from his power points. He also has a ton of extra credit questions on those exams and quizzes. You do need to study, and I would recommend attending S2I sessions - but if you can take anatomy with Garbrecht.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Dec 19, 2019
Would take again

Take him if you have the option for Bio211! He is by far the best anatomy professor at Winona State. He is very lecture heavy, however he explains the concepts really well. His tests are straightforward, if you study and go to S2i, you will do well! There was no homework except for one essay, and there are 4 exams with extra credit questions.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: C
Jan 14, 2020
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht has lots of content in his lectures, so make sure you are prepared. The textbook is mainly used for labs, but can be helpful with content from lecture. His teaching style is very fast paced. He offers lots of extra credit with his quizzes and exams. Make sure to attend S2i sessions for extra help, lots of content is covered.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
BIOL211
Feb 13, 2020
Would take again

I loved Professor Garbrecht. I took him for Anatomy class and the way he teaches makes it so easy to learn. He gives amazing feedback and is always there to help if you need it. Without Professor Garbrecht I believe I would not have been able to learn things for the class as well as I did.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
ANAT211
Grade: B
Apr 22, 2020
Would take again

Dr. G is the best anatomy teacher at Winona! His lectures are understandable and easy to follow if you have the powerpoint notes. He does a few pop quizzes so make sure to go to lectures. Tests were okay make sure to study for them. Anatomy is a difficult class all around it is time consuming

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Jun 15, 2020
Would take again

Dr G is a real G. I loved his class and if you enjoy anatomy at all and show up to class youll be fine. A few times he would offer pop quizzes, but for extra credit! The textbook isnt super necessary but helpful. But the main thing is going to class and S2i.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
BIOL211
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2020
Would take again

Garbrecht is a really nice professor! he was very lecture heavy but that could be because of covid. He puts a lot of extra credit questions on tests. The only thing that was in the gradebook is tests and quizzes and 2 other assignments.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
4.0
BIOL211
Nov 17, 2020
Would take again

I had him during COVID so it was all online but still a nice professor. His lectures are very easy to follow and straight forward from the notes. His tests are a pretty hard but if you understand the notes fully you will do fine. Also super monotone when he talks but still interesting.

Get ready to read
Graded by few things
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2020
Would take again

Garbrecht's class is lecture heavy, and sometimes they get a bit boring. His tests are straight from the lecture powerpoint so as long as you pay attention in lectures and take notes, you should be fine. There are no homework assignments, just 4 exams, 4 lecture quizzes, and around 4 lab quizzes. He responds to emails quickly and he's really nice!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
BIOL211
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2020
Would take again

Lectures were very straightforward just like the quizzes/exams/lab exams. He explained concepts well, and I found him really easy to understand. Exams were based only off of the slides, so if you know the info. from the slides, exams are pretty easy. The content is mostly memorization, but you do have to put in a good amount of work to get an A.

Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
5.0
BIO211
Grade: C-
Jan 20, 2021
Would take again

Great person and responds to emails fast. The information he teaches is very difficult, but he does a good job.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A-
Jan 21, 2021
Would take again

Overall was a great professor. It's an easy A if you participate and keep up on homework

Respected
Graded by few things
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2021
Would take again

Garbrecht is a very nice professor and responds to emails quickly. His class has long lectures with a monotone voice. Pay attention in lectures and take notes as the exams and quizzes are from the lecture slides. Some of his exams are hard and this semester he mixed up the content so we were talking about many topics at the same time making it hard

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO322
Dec 13, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is a great professor, he is very knowledgeable, but there is SOOOOOOOO much information, this class was very time consuming and quite hard. Be ready to study A LOT.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
5.0
BIOL211
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2021
Would take again

Professor Garbrecht is great! Anatomy & Physiology is meant to be difficult, but he does a great job of providing you with the material that matters most. Your grade is strictly based on quizzes and exams, but he will oftentimes offer extra credit. His test questions come straight from his powerpoints, but you will NEED to study to pass this class!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: B
Jan 10, 2022
Would take again

He was very good at making sure we all knew what was expected of us in the beginning of the semester and truly seemed like he wanted us to do our best.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A-
Mar 14, 2022
Would take again

I really enjoyed this class. He only tests you on what is in the lecture slides and what he says during lectures. You have to go to the lectures to understand what is going on. The only things in the grade book are tests and quizzes but he has extra credit questions on the tests which are nice. The textbook is online and you don't have to read it.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
BIO211
Apr 27, 2022

Look, Garbrecht is an amazing and caring professor, but anatomy & physiology should NOT be this hard.

Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Oct 31, 2022
Would take again

amazing for A+P 1. He gives you everything you need to succeed and he sometimes give extra credit.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
5.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: B+
Nov 3, 2022
Would take again

A&P is a super hard class but Garbrecht is by far the best prof teaching it. He is super knowledgeable and gives tons of examples in class, he doesn't just read off the slides. If you just study his slideshows and keep up with the labs you're set. He only tests what he teaches and is a super nice guy. Extra credit on tests too. I highly recommend.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIOL211
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 25, 2022
Would take again

Dr. G's lectures are so well explained. You can tell that he cares about educating! STUDY!! Most of your grade will rest on quiz grades. But, he only quizzes you on what you learn in the lectures (other than the lab exams that are anatomy-identifying).

Amazing lectures
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
AP211
Grade: D
Dec 1, 2022
Would take again

Mark was a great professor for sure. Does care a lot and tells you everything you need to do to pass. Which means attendance and a ton of studying at least every day if you want an A. I took this class as a business major who needed a lab and what a mistake. Class itself for a nursing student makes sense. Not for someone looking for a lab credit.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2022
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is an amazing professor! He is very good at explaining materials. Anatomy is a tough class, but if you work hard you will earn the grade you want to. The lectures are long and there is a lot of notes but his exams are based right off of the lecture notes! If you study a bit every day you will do very well.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Jan 20, 2023
Would take again

Loved him. Wish I could have taken him for A&P II! Attendance was not "mandatory" but you definitely should/need to go if you want to understand the material better. He gives good explanations for questions. Don't need to buy a physical textbook it is online and you automatically get billed. Only things on test are what was covered in lab/lecture

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is the best anatomy professor at Winona! Anatomy is a tough class so you do have to study quite a bit but he is very well at explaining the topics. S2I helped so much so definitely go (sometimes there's extra credit opportunities).

Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2023
Would take again

Dr.Garbrecht is AMAZING! Highly recommend for A&P1 and wish he taught the second half of the series. Exams based straight off of powerpoints and always offered EC on exams. You need to study to do well, but if you attend S2I and review powerpoints you will do well. Lab quizzes based on identification and are fairly easy if you put in the effort!

Clear grading criteria
Caring
Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
AP211
Grade: A
May 1, 2023
Would take again

Best Biology Professor @WSU!! Lectures are easy to understand and tests are based on lecture. He is very generous with extra credit (Hint: Stay for whole lecture.) If you put in effort it will be a very easy A. The people who fail this class are the ones who don't go to lecture and don't study out of class.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO211
Grade: B
May 7, 2023
Would take again

Professor Garbrecht was the best!! This class was a LOT of work, but he made lectures easy to understand and very very interesting. The labs were hard to teach yourself, but if you don't slack too much, you'll be fine. Honestly one of my favorite classes and my only complaint is that he doesn't teach A+P 2 anymore!!

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: B-
May 10, 2023
Would take again

very good at lectures

Caring
Respected
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: A+
May 22, 2023
Would take again

Dr. G was amazing, he did everything by his students. He will always come up with a solution to make sure you got the most out of his class and get the best grade you can get. As long as you try your best and he realizes that you are he will do anything to make you succeed.

Amazing lectures
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIO211
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 3, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is by far my favorite out of all my professors. A&P is a challenging course, but his teaching method and testing style makes it a lot easier on students. Tests are going to be on slides and what he says in class. Accessible outside of class and very generous with extra credit! TAKE HIM FOR BIO211 IF YOU CAN!!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIO211
Grade: B
Nov 6, 2023
Would take again

Dr.G doesn't give homework only quizzes and exams. there is extra credit within the quizzes and exams which helps. before your first lab quiz and lecture quiz he gives practice ones which are extra credit. you can earn up to 5 extra credit points. DO THEM! he's amazing and understands A & P is hard! Online textbook! don't buy one from bookstore!!!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: B
Nov 21, 2023
Would take again

Garbrecht is a great professor! there is no homework in the class so it's 100% tests. there's no real final, it's just lecture exam 4. Lecture and lab are completely different classes so be prepared to study. I studied abt 3 hours each week and got away with a B, but most people needed to study for longer (Im just lazy & have 0 time management)

Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BIOL211
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2023
Would take again

Dr. Garbrecht is the best. He is very good at explaining things during lecture and goes beyond the slides. He is also generous with extra credit. There is no homework, so your grade is based on weekly lab quizzes, four lab exams, and four lecture exams. Lecture exams are only on stuff from the slides and things he talks about/writes on the board.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
ANAT211
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2023
Would take again

Best professor! Very organized class and he give you everything you need to succeed. You do have to study lots to keep up with the material. He gives out lots of extra credit opportunities which is very nice!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO201
Grade: C
Dec 13, 2023
Would take again

I love Garbrecht. Definitely best Bio professor in the the department. Lecture=exams. He does give out a lot of extra point on each quiz and exams. Thoughtful and will help you out.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Respected
5.0
2.0
BIO211
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2023
Would take again

I took A&P I with Garbrecht and it was great! If you take good notes and put time into studying for the class you will get a good grade. He wants all of his students to learn and is very fair when it comes to quizzes and exams, he won't test you on anything he doesn't teach.

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO322
Grade: A
Apr 30, 2024
Would take again

Dr. G. is by far one of my favorite professors at WSU. You can tell he really cares about the material and wants his students to succeed. Exams and lab exams took a lot of studying and time outside of class, but the expectations for the content on both were very clear, so no left field questions. I learned so much from Dr. Garbrecht!

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
4.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: B+
Aug 20, 2024

He puts just the basic information on the slides and uses lecture time to describe, discuss, and go over the top (make sure you write down everything he says, it can be tested). I would just make sure you never skip class and are always paying attention. As long as you take time to study each day, it will not be hard to pass his class.

Clear grading criteria
Respected
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: B
Dec 12, 2024
Would take again

I loved taking Bio 211with him. He was a great professor. I would recommend him to anyone.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Lecture heavy
2.0
3.0
BIO211
Grade: B
Dec 13, 2024
Would take again

You will go through slides extremely fast. One class we went though at least 60 slides. Tests are all in the powerpoints. You have a few lecture quizzes and then a few lecture exams. It is not very organized as you may have an exam on half of 2 units and then a full other unit. It's annoying. You will also get bored in lecture.

3.0
4.0
BIO211
Grade: C
Jun 5, 2025
Would take again

Think you know how to study? Well think again. He reads directly off his slideshows, but is open to answering questions when students ask. Lectures are boring and ridiculously long. You literally go through so many slides they all blur into one. Garbrecht isn't a bad professor but I wish his lectures/class was more engaging.

Get ready to read
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