Very tough teacher who will work you like no other, but if you really want to learn something and are up to the challenge, then go for it. Do NOT go in thinking that it's an easy A.

This teacher is hard but clear. Take her if you like biology.

i went from a C to an Ain this class..she is no doubt a very hard teacher. if you pay attention in class i guarentee you'll get at least a B. tons of reading, tons of studying, tons of conceptual understanding. if you're taking this just for the hell of it then dont. if you're a bio major, she's hard but a GREAT teacher.

She's a good teacher. Her lectures might be a little hard to follow and seem hard but her tests are easy. Take her only if you're a science major. She can be a little intimidating sometimes but if you don't do anything to get on her bad side you'll be fine.

great class!!! i would defnitely recommend her to anyone. mary is a great teacher who really knows her material. her class is very organized and interesting. the tests are not too hard-not too easy but if you study you will be fine. i studied just a bit and got an A :)

I took her and thought she was a decent teacher. She answers all questions and gives you alot of notes, although there is still alot of self note taking to be done. Recommended if your a Biology/ Science major. If your not a science type of person don't take her.

Very Good teacher, If your do your work and study just like any other class you will do fine other wise don't take her or even better don't major in biology.

She is a wonderful teacher. Just don't expect to get good grades if you don't study.

.:This teacher knows what she is talking about and will help you if you need help. I'd take a different professor for the sole purpose of saving yourself from her tests. This teacher asks more from you to memorize then any other BIO 170 teacher. She's one of those teachers who makes you rethink your career goal, such as mine Medicine, and makes sure only the ones who pass her class will go on to that. I passed but talking with other students who took different professors. GO WITH A DIFFERENT PROFESSOR:.

She is a very tough teacher and proud of it. There is soo much studying. She is very helpful to students who ASK her for help. My advice to anyone considering her is do not fall behind. Lab is easy if you come prepared if not its a nightmare. Her tests are half essay half multi choice. Put in effort and you'll get a B atleast.

She's really informative. This class has a lot of memorization and takes A LOT of preparation. You actually need to study, and study hard if you even want to pass the class. She is approachable and will answer any questions you have and will not mind explaining things until you understand. Like her methods, she gives you outlines to follow alon

she was sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo hard.DO NOT TAKE HER!!!!!!!!!! RUN WHILE YOU HAVE THE CHANCE!!!!

A LOT OF MATERIAL TO KNOW. The tests are insane. She will answer all questions and will always keep lecture/lab interesting with information about previous students. Can be sarcastic at times. If you don't have a strong biology background, then DONT take her. Attend the last class before the drop date.

HARD CLASS a lot needs to be known. i scraped past every quiz and exam and got a C overall. Keep up with the readings she asks and READ the chapter for the day before u get to class. Take notes in class... a lot of revision required after class. dont be late to class. nice lady overall just a though subject.

This class is not for the feint of heart. I had very mixed feelings at the end of this class. I wound up with a "B" in the end, and was thrilled. Dr. N is highly available if you need extra help, but you may feel like crying when you leave her office. I learned a ton from organismal bio, it was an amazing class and comepletley worthwhile. If you

Interesting teaching style. Likes to demean her students as if they're elementary students. Exams are difficult because there is so much subject matter. She makes the class tough on purpose - If you can't pass this class, maybe you shouldn't go into medicine mentality

A teacher that expects a lot out of you but is willing to do whatever it takes to help you. An awesome teacher. Pay attention, use the outlines and essay questions, read, and ASK QUESTIONS!!!! Great teacher!!

Yes, Dr. N is very tough, BUT I learned SO MUCH from her class. I have never worked so hard for an A! But an A is feasible. What helped me the most was writing up the study guide essays and emailing them to her prior to exams. OF COURSE biology is a hard subject, she would be doing a disservice to all of us if she made it any easier.

BIO MAJORS ONLY. She expects too much of the students as if we know everything. READ THE BOOK, OR YOU’LL SUFFER. Lectures clarify the reading. Take her to become a better student! She’ll teach you good things, like being exact in your wording, which will be helpful from then on. If I didn’t love Bio, I would have died from frustration.

very hard but she is a great teacher. she knowd the material well and is straight to the point. sh will answer any questions you don't understand with out making you feel dumb.

after taking cell bio and genetics I realized how much she helped me. The other professor who teaches this class won't prepare you as well for those classes (she is easier but I saw alot of her students fail cell bio) Nolan will condition you for the work load that you will get in cell bio and higher. I was a better student for taking her

shes not exactly the most fun and interesting professor, but shes good at teaching and if you pay attention, you'll do well on the exams. shes also very fair and will give you opportunities to help yourself. take her if you're serious about your education.

SHES AN AWESOME TEACHER!!! SHE'S ALWAYS THERE TO HELP YOU. THE LECTURES ARE VERY HELPFUL AND CLEAR. SHE GOES OVER ANYTHING YOU DONT UNDERSTAND AND SHE ALSO KNOWS A LOT OF FUN FACTS!!! talked about a lot of interesting things that have to do with everyday life!! but there are boring times. Hard exams and quizes but pay attention and you'll pass

I took her during the summer, A lot of people drop her class cause the test are hard. Shes blunt, and very smart (not a good combination) some times shell make you feel stupid. But shes the a good teacher and if you want to transfer to a good uni take her to get used to work load. I'm getting an A in the class.

Only take this class if you're really interested in biology, I wasn't and I thought it was really hard to put in a lot of work, because this class definitely takes a lot of work. She's a pretty intimidating lady, but you can tell that she really cares and loves teaching biology, definitely a good teacher, not the easiest though.

I recommend that all bio majors take her class but if you just need the class for some other reason consider someone else. She is worth it if you plan to learn real bio and be prepared for cell bio. The rumors are true only 7 people were left for the final exam.

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Difficult but fair, demanding and detailed. Take her particularly if you want to go on in biology. She will give you an understanding of fundementals as well as extensive knowledge of micro-biology. She gave me exactly what I expected from a college-level class. An excellent instructor for the serious student.

She's hard. If you're a Bio major pick her. She's fast paced so be sure to keep up! She's fun and will explain it for you until you get it. She's fun and entertaining, but her lectures are long but FILLED with info. Good luck if you pick her for whatever. BIO MAJORS, TAKE HER!!!

She is the best teacher I've ever had. Yes, she is very hard and thorough with her language, but she will prepare you for what is to come. She is very available, and will answer all questions. I was intimidated during the first couple weeks, but as I went along, the class got easier and easier. STUDY and ask questions! Great prof for bio majors!

Detailed information with long lectures. Read her lectures, they have a lot ofthe test answers in them. Took online and got an A because of the curve. I am not a biology fan, but what we covered was interesting. If you can teach yourself, take this online.

AMAZING PROFESSOR!!! Took her on a friend's recommendation, best thing i've ever done. Her class is unbelievably hard, but she is willing to go above and beyond to help you do well. Office hours are really helpful, TALK to her if you need help. Definitely a Professor i would recommend again and again!

Yes she is tough but if you put in the effort she will not let you down! Best teacher I have ever had!!

Very, very hard. If youre not a bio major i would DEF NOT take one of her classes. Very Rigorous but is pretty fair. She will give help if needed..dont expect to see many people left at the end of the semester! HAVE to study and go to class. Nice woman overall

This class is very hard BUT,its designed to be that way!Dr. N makes every attempt possible to help her students out,even taking time at home to go online and chat with you.You need to know your stuff to survive in this class, which makes it worth while.She is very fair and I would take her again if I could.

BE PREPARED!Requires dedication.Read the book prior to lecture & review lecture notes after each lecture.If u still don't understand,take advantage of office hrs; she is very helpful.She comes off tough but is very gracious.People who complain about her aren't putting in the work and won't cut it in the science field.

Very intimidating. High level of understanding required for success. You cannot simply read the textbook,make flashcards & memorize things. She wants you to fully understand how things work at a molecular level. Language is important, you have to write the answer correctly. Do the practice essays & check with her to verify your wording is correct.

This will be my second time taking Dr.N's BIO 101 class, and oddly, I would have it no other way. Yes her course is rigorous, yes you have to work day and night; but for you biology majors, her class is a must. She makes it so that you KNOW Biology. My advice to you other majors is to stay far away from her if you just need it for your science cate

Dr. N is very set in her ways. She's a scientist, she has to be. Her lecture notes are great and pretty much sums up the chapter nicely. She will correct you on the proper wording and vocabulary because she wants you to think like a scientist. You never really know what her actual views and opinions are because she plays both sides perfectly.Awesom

Dr.N is very intimidating. She will analyze and disect everything word that comes out of your mouth to make sure you mean what you say. She pushes everyone to do their best.This class will definitely kick your butt, but in the end, it is worth it. You NEED to keep up with the readings and not fall behind otherwise your seting urself up for failure.

Dr. N is an amazing teacher. She might scare you at first but as long as you do your work and study you'll be fine. More than half of the class dropped but thats because this class takes commitment. She has a spunky personality and she is by far my favorite professor :) be prepared to learn! A LOT!

I took the online class and it was difficult. You have to take time to read the book and the lectures and the powerpoints. She's really helpful if you go to her office and ask questions. Intimidating, but beneath it all, she's nice and knows how to do her job. The exams are multiple choice w/ essays. Take her if you can teach yourself.

By far the most challenging class I have ever taken, but it was totally worth it! Study, study, study is the key! If you come to class prepared you will learn a lot! Intimidating at first but that's only to make sure you're serious about the class,wonderful person and teacher. If you put in the work there is nothing she won't do to help you.

Very particular with words. very difficult teacher. Do not take if you want an A. In one term, only 2 B's, everyone else got lower. At some point, youd think the professor would realize it's their inability to teach, rather than the quality of student.

By far one of my favorite professors at Fullerton. Yes she is demanding and yes she is intimidating but this class is not impossible and you learn so much. If you read the chapters and her lecture notes online you will be fine! However, if you're looking for an easy class to fly through take someone else cause she will rip you to shreds

Dr. N is seriously my favorite teacher at Fullerton College. If you plan on being a bio major this class is great! It will prepare you to think like a science major. Stay on top of the readings and think about what you say and you will be fine! (Skimming does not equal reading in this class!)

Awesome professor and super helpful! She's got a sense of humor but she is really serious about making sure you comprehend the material. All you have to do is try to understand what you read and what you don't get she'll explain in a way that makes you think, "Why the hell didn't I get that?" Love her!

Dr. N is a really great professor. You can tell how much she loves the subject by the way she teaches it back to you. She helps you just as much as you ask for it. Going to office hours were very helpful. Very difficult class, but also very passable. Do the work, read the book, pay attention in lecture, ask questions and you'll be fine!

Great professor. She puts effort into her lectures and is always happy to answer questions. If you read the chapters before class and come prepared she’s your best friend. Loved her so much I took her for the next level of bio.

Took her summer class. Hands down, one of the best professors I've ever had. Definitely not an easy class. Reading is a must along with proper language in your essays. She definitely knows what she's talking about and expects 100% from her students. Can be intimidating at first, but don't be afraid to ask questions. She's always glad to help.

Dr. N is a great professor. Dont be intimidated by her shes actually really helpful. Just make sure you read the book like 4 times and you'll do fne.

This professor is indeed one of the challenging professors you will find at fullerton college on the first day, but she does teach the students. She will make you actually work for your grade, which in turn will make you a better person in the end. Dr. Nolan is a nice person and is always there to help students if needed.

Really good teacher! She made the course extremely easy! Not to mention the fact that she's hot. I recommend you take her!

Overall a pretty good teacher but does come off intimidating sometimes. In some cases its like she belittles some students if they're wrong. Also tends to overcomplicate simple concepts pretty often. If you want to do well you have to be responsible for reading chapter before every lecture and regularly reviewing notes. You will learn a lot.

Tests are easy if you read the txt book, show up to class, and study the notes. She gives you the power point lectures, but you really should show up because she explains and gives more detail during lecture. She is a great and down to earth individual. She is always there for you to answer questions and clarify things. She's a great mentor to have

This professor isn't the easiest, but she isn't the hardest either. She is nice, and will help you if you ever ask. If you ask questions about things she has already gone over she will probably give you a look like, "uhm, your supposed to know this." She is a great teacher, makes sure you learn basic biology. You have to study like any other class.

Nolan is a great teacher and expounds greatly on the text which is great. She says she doesn't give study guides but the practice essay questions are basically a guide if you actually go through them. She's hard and expects a lot out of her students but if you put the work in you'll succeed and be met with all the help you need.

Dr. N is one of the greatest teachers ever. No I didn't get an A, but she teaches extremely well. She expects you to read the chapters before lecture and at least try to answer questions in class. If you are confused with any material she is always willing to help. Tests are hard, but just make sure that you explain everything in detail!

Definitely a great professor for a student who is a science major, but if youre not she may not be the best as her exams are hard and very detailed. However, its not impossible. Her essay questions are practically an outline of the exam so do them, read the book and you'll be fine.

Dr. Nolan is extremely intimidating at first, but after the drop date, she lightens up tremendously. Read her power points and the book before class. I got an A in this class from following direction, reading, attending lecture and doing the essay questions. Stick with her and she will guide you through.

This class is hard and Dr. N is tough but it is only because she knows your true potential. Do not give up. Work hard. Ask for help. She knows the material and that you can understand it, but you need to be able to articulate what you have learned. Work your bum off and you will receive the grade you earned. Read before lecture and be ready to WORK

Best professor i have ever had. She was incredibly clear and helpful if you asked for help. You had to work incredibly hard in order to do well in the class but the grade you got is 100% the grade you earned. The way she taught forced me to be better student which has helped me as i continue my college career. I would take a class with her again.

Clear with what she wants. Do the work and ask questions and you'll pass.

This professor is the worst thing that has ever happened to you during the semester; However, after you pass her class, you will have a clear understanding of how the fascinating world of biology works, AND feel amazing proud of yourself. She really makes you work for your grade. If biology is your major, don't consider anyone else.

Mary wrote very great lecture to help students. It is very helpful but tge test is difficult.

Dr. Nolan is by far the BEST professor that I have met. Its true that her class is tough, but its because she expects her students to be disciplined like real scientists. Because of that, you'll become a much better Bio student at the end of the semester. Some tips to make it through her class: do the reading and then ask questions. Dont be late.

Dr. Nolan is an amazing teacher and mentor. Yes, you will need to read and do work on your own outside of class and lab, but she is very clear and makes sure every student UNDERSTANDS the material before moving on. Incredibly apporoachable and stern sometimes(just to make you think). Make sure you show up to lecture, and ask questions if need be!

Dr. N's class will change you for the better. She's scary at first. She'll gets in your face. People get weeded out. But in the end, she cares. A lot. She will help you develop extremely important skills that are useful beyond biology. You will know the material by heart. She isn't the easiest professor--but, she's fair, and she prepares you well.

Dr. N has been my favorite professor here at Fullerton college. She is an amazing person and teacher. The class is challenging but she will explain everything in great detail until it is clear to her that you understand. Easy online homework twice a week. Don't take this class if you are lazy, it is hard work but it is incredibly rewarding.

Prof. Nolan is a fun teacher who cares a lot about her students. She will help you understand the material as long as you do your part. The course is challenging; just read the textbook and ask questions in lecture where she can explain it better. She brought doughnuts the day of the final (there was only 7 students left). HIGHLY recommend.

Dr. N! She has been the best professor I have had! She is absolutely amazing! She is a tough grader, you won't pass if you don't show up and do the homework. Outline the chapters and ask a lot of questions. She loves to talk and explain. She invests a lot of time into her students. She seems scary, all the time, but she will teach you!

She likes to act mean and strict, but stick around and you'll find she's one of the nicest, most genuinely caring people you will ever meet. If you take her, prepare to be involved in the class, and not just another face in the crowd. She is definitely not for the lazy or faint of heart.

Amazing teacher, cares about her students and material. She'll act tough and strict in the beginning to scare people to drop who are weak of heart so that the determined waitlist people can enter. She's a teacher who doesn't mind saying the same thing 10 different ways, 10 different times. As long as you do the homework and study you'll pass.

Dr. N is such a passionate professor! Shes intimidating, but shell make sure you understand bio. Has 4 lecture exams, which are 2-3 essay questions and 75-100 multiple choice questions. READ!!! Itll save your grade! Her labs are fun, theres a quiz at the beginning of each lab cause its once a week & a lab fin

She has made the biggest impact on my life. I had Dr. N in Bio101 and her passion for the topic inspired me to take her for Bio170. She is tough, but fair. She knows what you expect out of you and will push you to prove it. Her lectures are fast but if you've skimmed the reading and her posted powerpoint then you'll keep up.

She's one of the best Professors I have ever had! 4 lecture exams & a quiz everyday you come to lab, which is only once a week. First couple weeks are tough, but study hard and dedicate yourself & youll pass with flying colors. She is funny and I love her lectures! You will leave her class with more knowledge about biology & the earth!

Dr. Nolan is a great professor! She is very tough, but in the end you get the grade you deserve. Study the essay questions, pay attention in class, ask questions, and youll be good!!! She changed my entire learning experience for the better!!! She cares about the students that WANT to pass. Enter this class with that motive and youll be fine (-:

Im going to miss you professor! You were literally our favorite, and we really enjoyed your passion for teaching! You are so sweet and caring! The three girls in the back of your class were your biggest fans, just saying. hehe. Also one of the girls is trying to pass your class and the other one is just happy with your pin you gave her. lucky her.

Best class I have ever taken.

Dr. N is an amazing instructor and a very inspirational woman. She's tough and she makes you work harder than you've probably ever worked before but it's to prepare her students for their major. The material was pretty interesting but she makes it fun. She was my favorite professor and someone I continue to go to for help and support.

Farewell Dr. Nolan, you deserve peace and happiness from here on out. I will not forget the change you've brought to my life, and the drive you given me to succeed. Take care.