One of the smartest women I've ever met and an amazing lecturer. Tests are tough, especially the second, you have to start studying more than a week before the test. Only recommend taking if you love the subject and are willing to put in the work.

Dr.V is a great lady. She is very smart and tries her best to give good lectures. The lectures are very info intensive and you have to be paying attention the entire time. If you skip class you simply will not pass, and she knows if you skip. Tests are tough and very detailed. Study the best you can and go to her for help, she wants you to do well.

Really great lecturer, she definitely knows her subject! You won't get a good grade if you just study the night before a test. Sometimes asks some tricky questions on tests, but her class is definitely doable.

Dr. V is great! She is so funny and is always finding ways to get her students engaged. This class is pretty intense so you have to be ready to read, read, and read some more. If at anytime you need to speak her she is always there for you. She also has a photographic memory so beware! :)

I really enjoyed Dr V but definitely had to work for my grade. Going to class is essential as her tests questions come from the lectures. Read the textbook. Her SI was fantastic, and going to those SI sessions helped me tremendously. Very funny and helpful, but the lectures are long and info heavy. This is a class you can do well in if you try.

Dr. V is seriously one of the kindest women. She really is genuine, and her office hours are great, but she's not a good teacher. It's that simple. Her tests are unreasonably specific and her lectures are far too fast paced, both of which contribute to confusion, a lack of true depth of understanding, and overall dissatisfaction in the class.

One of the smartest people I've ever met and definitely one of the most respected professors at Tulane. She is incredibly funny, humble, and great during office hours. Her class is EXTREMELY hard but if you put in work, you'll get a lot out of the class. Although her lectures are detailed, be prepared to READ!

I love Dr. V! She's a very nice woman and a great professor. She expects her students to work hard and put the time into the class, but it's to be expected with the amount of material she has to cover. She is always available in office hours or by email and really wants her students to succeed & get a good understanding of the material. She rocks!!

My favorite professor at Tulane! Take the Service learning component- it accounts for 30% of your grade (and you are basically guaranteed an A for that 30%), making the tests count for half of their normal weight. The class is not as difficult as people make it out to be. Do the reading, attend lecture, study a week before each... you will be fine.

Dr. V is amazing

LOVE Dr. V. Had her for Cell 2050 and Cell 1010, and she is by far my favorite professor that I have ever had. Her lectures and tests are extremely detailed, and she expects hard work from her students. But she is no where near impossible if you like the subject. Do not take her unless you HAVE to.

Please, just don't skip class. That class was heavily based on her lectures. Skip a class and miss a lecture, then you'll be missing some of the most important details.

Dr. V is a great teacher. She knows what she's talking about and gives great lectures. The lectures are very intense and information heavy, and you really need to be there both physically and mentally. There are online assignments that come from the book, so you need the book. She doesn't require you to read it, but it can be helpful to understand

Love Dr. V! Very knowledgable and a great professor overall. She works hard to make her lectures interesting and engaging and although she sets high expectations for her students, she is very approachable and encourages everyone to go to office hours. Exams are tough due to the specificity of the questions but fair, just make sure you study.

If you sign up for this class, take it for 50 min every MWF instead of 75 min on TR. It's sometimes overwhelming how much material she tries to pack into 75 min classes, and you will have more topics on your tests (different test for every class). This is a hard class but you will learn a lot, and Dr. V is pretty funny and engaging. Go to class.

If you want an A go to class, but a B is manageable even if you skip. Do the learnsmart and read the textbook religiously.

Dr. V is tough. She expects you to read the material before class and she goes incredibly quickly. However, she is also very passionate, truly cares about engaging her students, is funny, and overall a great lecturer. Her tests can be ridiculously specific. However, if you ALWAYS go to class and usually read the material beforehand, you'll do well.

Dr V is beyond knowledgable when it comes to the field of biology. Her lectures move VERY quickly and you will learn right up until the last possible second. Go to her office hours if you ever need help and make sure to read the textbook. It is a very dense course; you will learn a ton! Overall she's an amazing professor and makes biology fun.

Very good professor. Goes through complex topics very quickly and in a lot of detail so her lectures can be a bit overwhelming. Tests are pretty difficult and focus on very small details mentioned class so pay attention. I would recommend recording her lectures because of how fast she goes. Although difficult, she is very friendly and helpful.

Dr. V is an amazing teacher but this class is so hard. Take MWF if you can AND TAKE THE SERVICE LEARNING COMPONENT it cuts your exam weight in half and is a guaranteed A. She's sooo fast and for the exam you literally have to know everything. I've cried over this class, but overall the most rewarding class I've taken. GO TO OFFICE HOURS AND SI

Dr. V is one of the smartest people I've ever met. She knows her stuff which means she has ugh expectations of her students which are difficult but not impossible. Record the lectures because she expects you to remember every word that she says in class. Really helpful during office hours, you will get a good grade if you work you work for it.

I've had Dr. V for two semesters now and she is honestly one of my favorite professors. Sure, her class is really detail-oriented (record her lectures and take good notes!!) but she is super knowledgeable and frankly inspirational. She is very patient with questions and helpful in office hours. If you're ready to work, her class is worth it.

The truth is that you most likely will not receive the grade you wanted in this class, but you will leave having learned SO much. Test are very specific so study weeks in advance. and ace the first exam. Coming from a pretty bad educational upbringing, Dr. V taught me how to really study and work hard in college and I thank her so much for that.

Dr. V gets a bad wrap for her CELL1010 course. If you go to lecture, record the lecture, and don't wait until the last minute, you can succeed in this course. It is a lot of information, but she presents it in a very digestible and interesting way. Being able to learn from her has been a privilege because she is truly a brilliant professor.

Good general overview of genetics. Not too challenging

Dr. V. tends to get a bad reputation as a professor for the difficulty of her classes. While she does talk quickly and squeeze a lot of information into her lectures, you will walk out of her class feeling like a more knowledgeable person. She's also funny and makes class enjoyable. I would definitely recommend this course to pre-meds.

Dr. V has an INCREDIBLE memory and can tell when one student (out of 200) is absent. She moves at an INCREDIBLY fast pace, but she does drop a test and curve at the end. Definitely the hardest, most stressful class I've taken, but as pre-med there is no other option. Don't be afraid to ask for help. READ THE SLIDES AND BOOK BEFORE THE LECTURES!

Dr.V is the teacher at tulane that basically strips all the weaklings who want to be Doctors. take her class to see if you actually can or want to be a doctor. If you gonna party just quit on being a Doctor being totally honest here unless youre an Einstein.

She strips all the I want to be a doctor cause I watch Greys Anatomy people. take her class to see if you should stop wasting your time

Tests are 60% of your grade, and then the final is another 30%. To do well, study every single day. Just take an hour to review what you did in class. I didn't realize this until just before the 3rd test and was able to pull a low B to an A- just by being disciplined. Class is not easy, but if you put in the work, you'll do well. Go to office hours

Dr. V is very intelligent and an amazing teacher. The material is difficult, especially to the extent she expects you to know it for tests. TESTS ARE SOOO HARD! PREPARE TO STUDY A LOT! Record her lectures!! And type notes during class because it makes it easier to keep up with the lecture.

Be prepared to work your ass off, the class gets progressively more difficult. Do well on the first test, drop the second, study hard for the third. Go to office hours, she's super helpful! You can also go to SI sessions or get a tutor. Overall this was the toughest class I've taken, but if you make this class your #1 priority, you'll be fine.

Dr. V is an awesome lady, super knowledgeable about biology. Her class is hard, but manageable as long as you go to class, write everything she says during lectures, and study a good amount for her tests. I recommend seeking out a tutor right from the start, just to reinforce the info she covers in class. Go to office hours to review tests!!

Dr. V gets a bad rep for teaching a really hard class. As a professor she is great; extremely smart and caring of her students. If you record her lectures, keep up with the reading, and look over your notes every so often, you'll do fine. She prepares you VERY WELL!!

I thought Dr. V moved at a fast pace in CELL1010, but it pales in comparison to Genetics. She is very good at explaining concepts, but she does move EXTREMELY fast which can be a little overwhelming at times. If you don't go to class you will fall behind. Tough class, interesting material. Stay on top of things, study hard, and you can make it.

Dr. V. kicks your ass in a good way. She makes you work hard, but also is incredibly helpful in office hours and really knows her stuff. Studying is a must, but you can get by without reading the textbook! It helps to record her lectures and listen to them later. Also helps to have a good memory. 11/10

Genetics is cell on steroids. Believe it or not, she talks even faster and the material is even harder. Tests can be frustrating since there are so little questions and so much material. Pretty much necessary to memorize everything she has ever said, but it's doable. She has fun with her genetics students if you had her in cell.

Her class is super hard, but doable. It helps to study in groups for her class and record the lectures because she talks very quickly. Tests are mainly over what she has talked about in class, so you can get away with not reading the book, but there are online assignments that are mandatory. She has fun in her lectures which make them less boring.

I absolutely loved Dr. V. Before taking her class I heard a lot of mixed reviews- most people seemed scared of her. She has a photographic memory and when you visit her office hours shell know which class youre in and where you sit in the lecture hall. But I found her extremely informative, passionate about science, and very helpful.

Dr. V is a sweet and funny person, who happens to be teaching a weed-class. This class is designed to be impossible, and encourage kids to drop Pre-med or the Cell and Molec Major. Take this class if you know you want to do Pre-med, but be prepared to not get an A. This class was my only grade below an A in all of Freshman year.

Dr.V is a very unique teacher who does things her own way. She is passionate about teaching and very funny. She tests directly from her lectures so go, she is also very tricky with her tests. She may ask a question where one word changes the answer so be wary. If you participate and put in effort in her class you will do well.

Probably the most challenging class I have taken here at Tulane, however, understandable as it is the true freshman pre-med weedout course. Record every lecture and understand those concepts as they are heavily tested. Overall, I'd say Dr. V is very fair; put in the work and you will do fine!

Dr. V is known to be a difficult professor. She tried to cram as much content in as possible. Her class is difficult, but she is very intelligent and cares about her students. Some of what she teaches may seem unnecessary, but there's no doubt she helps students learn a lot. Accessible at office hours, and very funny in lectures.

Tough exams, but overall an excellent prof especially if you go to office hours.

Dr. V is and always will be an infamous professor at Tulane. The class is tough, there's no changing that, so put in the work and you"ll be just fine. Pro tip: during lectures, forget the powerpoint, write down as much as you can of what she says, especially if she writes it on the board. The slideshows will always be posted online.

Dr. V rocks- shes the best biology teacher i've ever had. I look forward to her class every day. Her class is very hard though, but if you work for it and study every day you can do well. Thank you, Dr. V for everything.

Dr. V is an absolutely amazing professor. She truly cares about her students and helps immensely, and I actually enjoy her class. She not only teaches you, but she also makes an effort to relate to you as well as help you. Yes there is a lot of material to learn and you have to focus on details, but you will find yourself enjoying it as you do it.

Dr.V is the best biology teacher I have ever had. She is nice to all of her students. She makes biology interesting and is able to answer whatever questions you ask. Her class is pretty tough, but you can get a good score after paying great effort. You can learn a lot from this class.

Dr. V is incredibly smart and expects a lot from her students. She takes attendance in her head every day, so don't be fooled into thinking you don't need to go to class. Be engaged in lecture and find time to meet with her outside of class. Everything on the tests she goes over in lecture, so textbook is optional.

You will learn a LOT of stuff in this class, and Dr. V does a great job - she's really funny and helpful. Tests can be somewhat difficult, though.

Dr. V is an absolute force of nature, she is an excellent prof. Her class is pretty difficult for an introductory course, def a "weed out" class. The only way to do well is record her lectures, write down every word, and learn the stuff yourself. The tests are ONLY ON THE LECTURES so don't waste time buying/using the textbook (I wish I didn't!)

Dr. V is very respected and extremely knowledgeable in the material. For Cell 1010 she went very in depth which made learning the material pretty challenging. I have heard that her doing so is good prep for harder level bio classes, but it makes this class hard bc the tests are very specific. She talks very fast so her lectures can be overwhelming.

Dr. V is one of the best professors at Tulane. Granted, her class is difficult and a lot of time is needed to study for her tests. She does drop a test but does not curve. Loved her as a professor. Make sure she knows who you are. Go to office hours because that's the key.

She is very Lecture heavy, and it is important to take down everything she says. There were times that she tested us on things she said or wrote on the board that wasn't necessarily in her lectures. Make sure to go to SI sessions and office hours, because attendance will be taken and used in the curve at the end of the semester.

Dr. V is infamous for her tests. She is detail-oriented and knows everything about biology. Great lectures but can go very fast and are sometimes very unorganized. Tests are tough because there is so much information on each one and she asks for minute details. Take very good notes and study them all. Very nice and helpful in office hours.

Dr. V is very intense but so amazing. She could tell you anything you would ever want to know about the cell or about genetics. She's actually very funny but super fast and very specific. If you dont go to class you will fail undoubtedly. Anything she says in lecture is up for grabs and will most likely be on a test. Finals are cumulative so sorry

Dr. V seems super tough, but she really cares about her students, so go to office hours. She has a photographic memory, so she'll notice that you're not in class. Anything mentioned in the lectures is free game. Cell is a weed-out class and prep for genetics, which is easier so far. Pay attention to details and her analogies!

Dr. V is an incredible woman and a brilliant professor. She's thoroughly educated in biology, and has an amazing memory. Her exams are extremely specific and detail oriented. She has her powerpoints, but says things in her lecture that WILL be on exams that are nowhere to be found in the book or on her slides. MUST go to class to do well and STUDY

to succeed in her class, you need to go to every lecture, read the textbook, AND review the slides she puts on canvas. her tests ask about very nitty gritty details; just making quizlets to study wont be enough. make sure you UNDERSTAND how everything connects. show her you're trying (office hours, SI) and she'll curve your grade more at the end

Dr. V is a great teacher, but she does expect you to memorize legitimately every single word that exits her mouth during class. Do not bother with the textbook, and just record and transcribe her lectures. While it's hard, the more you memorize, the better you will do on tests. Her class is tough, but her lectures are pretty funny.

dr. v doesn't really use the textbook, however if you didn't take ap bio i strongly recommend you read it. she is hilarious and keeps her lectures interesting, but she completely skips over a lot of basics that the textbook will help you to understand

Dr. V is undoubtedly the most intelligent person I have ever met. However, if you don't have a photographic memory like her, you can show up to every lecture, take good notes, study 20+ hours, and still get a C or worse. During each 50 min lecture, she talks the whole time at 100mph, and small things you may not even catch are fair game for tests.

Dr. V is an amazing professor -- she teaches well and lectures are engaging and often entertaining. However, she does have VERY high expectations for students, so tests are really difficult. Make sure to take detailed notes in class. Office hours are hectic but wait and she'll give you as much help as you need -- she wants you to understand!

Her classes seem intimidating, but if you're willing to put in the work you'll be fine. I recorded all her lectures and would listen back to them before the next lecture, writing down pretty much everything she said. In CELL 1010 I ended up with an A without reading textbook but in CELL 2050 I realized quickly the textbook is much more relevant.

Dr. V is one of the better professors at Tulane. She is a great lecturer, very passionate, and always engages the class. Her only negative is that she makes what could potentially be an easier subject very difficult. You have to go to office hours and study daily in order to not be completely lost. SI sessions are also essential.

Dr. V is the best teacher at Tulane. She loves all her students and wants to see them succeed. She talks fast but lets you record her lectures if you write slow. Don't let haters talk you out of taking her classes; its only hard if you're not willing to put in work. LOVE YOU DR V

Dr. V's Cell 1010 has a big reputation at Tulane, but if you're truly interested in bio, it will be worth all the work you put in. I recommend sitting near the front, as Dr. V asks a lot of questions and wants to see you participate (it will also help you pay attention to sit in the front). Also, go to office hours!

Literally just don't skip class. Don't do it. It'll be the worst decision you ever make. STUDY STUDY STUDY!! Her lectures are KEY for passing the test and the homework she assigns is crucial for doing well. Dr. V is a hilarious lady though, and she's super fun to have as a teacher. Definitely recommend her over any other teacher in the department

Cell1010 is a weed out class. I have always been an A student, but I studied my butt off just to pull off a B in her class. The lectures are incredibly fast-paced and often difficult to understand, although I think the strategy that a lot of kids use of just recording her is somewhat useless. She is definitely a character and clearly a genius.

Definitely a really hard class that requires A LOT of studying but worth it in the end if your major is anywhere near related to bio. Tests are extremely lecture heavy and specific and you need to memorize everything she says, but you learn a lot and she's very motivating. She's a tough grader but a fair one and you can succeed if you put in work

dr v is funny/caring but hard. this is how succeed: - CANNOT miss lectures - she talks fast so record lectures and fill in ur notes after class - go to office hrs!! if she knows u it can be v helpful to ur success - study ahead: review ur notes after each lecture and/or a week of class. u wont do well in this class if u procrastinate

Dr. V is a hard professor, but some other ratings on here are from butthurt students. If you record and transcribe the lectures with a friend, and study the transcriptions, it is not hard to get an A. If you put in the work, you will do well and it will pay off in the long run as med school is even harder. I had her for cell and genetics.

Dr. V is an amazing lecturer and wholesome person who cares about your success. However, she is difficult and talks pretty fast. Record, write down as much as she says in class, and then relisten to the lecture and jot down anything that you missed in your notes. Definitely have to work hard for this class, but it's doable. Go to office hours!!!

Genetics is much harder than cell but overall rewarding and I learned a lot

Dr. V is very difficult. Her lectures are dense, and every word she says/on her slides is fair game. Recording her lectures and re-listening is essential. Her exams are multiple choice but very specific. She is so passionate and dynamic in class. She is very accessible outside of class and wants her students to succeed. She makes you work for it.

Dr. V was amazing. I took her my 1st semester of 1st year. Her tests are hard but manageable. I recorded her lectures and transcribed, went to office hours (highly recommend getting to know her) and studying a lot its extremely doable! I absolutely love her as a person and a professor and would definitely recommend her!

Dr. V is definitely one of the most iconic professors and one of the best lecturers at Tulane. She wants you to do well, but she takes pride in making her class a challenge. She wants a high average for exams and feels disappointed in herself when there is a low average. Def take for cell 1010 no matter what, but not necessary for genetics.

Genetics is very challenging & detail-oriented, but Dr V makes it interesting & engaging. Attending & relistening to lectures are crucial for success, but the textbook is also more helpful in this class than in CELL1010. Her office hours are so helpful; go even if you don't have a specific question. Consistent studying is key; do not try to cram.

She's brilliant and explains topics well. Very efficient during office hours. Stay on top of transcribing her lectures because they'll pile up. Know those notes like the back of your hand, and you'll do fine on the tests. Didn't read the textbook before class, but you need it to do hw online. Time consuming but you'll learned a learn a lot

Honestly, Dr. V is not as bad as everyone makes her out to be. Her tests are comprised of specifics, but she does a good job of emphasizing those specifics in class. The most important thing you can do is literally transcribe her lectures every day. Make summary sheets for each chapter with details and you will be fine. Go to office hours too!!!

Very hard class. Do-able, if you're willing to study hard. If you take her, make sure you record her lectures, because she tests you more on what she says than on whats in the textbook. Study literally everything she says, because even specific examples she gives in class will be on the test. Textbook is more for your help than for the test. GL!

She's awesome and puts a lot of work into her classes. She is always available for office hours.

I know people say negative things about Dr. V usually because her class isn't easy, but honestly they just aren't used to taking an actual college-level class. She doesn't baby you, she's fair in her exams, and she gives excellent lectures (the content will stay with you afterwards, helps with MCAT prep a lot). Try your best and you'll do fine.

I loveee Dr. V!! This course can definitely be challenging if you aren't willing to put in the work for it, but she definitely cares a lot about her students. Her lectures have lots of information and can be very overwhelming, but just review the ppt or textbook before class, take in class notes, and transcribe her lectures.

Dr. V is infamous. Her class format doesnt really well suit people with accommodations like myself, because its so lecture heavy and I have a really hard time understanding and paying attention (but thats me). Her tests are extraordinarily difficult and specific, but shes an incredible professor and insanely smart.

As tough as this class was Dr. V was one of my favorite professors & one of the smartest people I've ever met. Her lectures are fast & intense but she gives you all the information you need to know. As long as you study hard & basically memorize every word she says, you'll do well. Make sure you record lectures & don't fall behind!

Dr. V is literally one of the most iconic professors at Tulane. Everyone deeply respects her passion for biology and how knowledgeable she is. Remember nothing worth comes easily. Go to every single lecture, give your fullest attention in class, stay on top of transcribing lectures, and you will do well. No matter what, don't give up! You got this.

Dr. V is an incredible person. I came from a very tough IB high school and was used to very rigorous classes, so I definitely faired better in her class than a lot of my peers. If you take this class, you NEED to study after every lecture, go to SIs, office hours, etc if you want a good grade. Dr. V is very fair, tough, and hilarious!

I spent the entire semester being stressed about this class but I also worked my ass off for the grade I got. It felt rewarding. The amount of times I transcribed her lectures, quizzed myself, went to SI sessions, and tried my hardest can't be counted enough. Dr. V is phenomenal! This class is tough but oh boy you will learn a LOT! :) enjoyyy it!!!

Smart and funny teacher with unforgiving tests. Thought people were exaggerating when they said transcribe every lecture, but its no joke. If you don't have time to transcribe, find a way to record the lecture or access recordings, otherwise theres no way to memorize all the material. She usually gives a drop for midterms - don't use on first one.

Dr. V is by far the best professor I had this semester. In all honesty, I didn't find the class all that difficult, but I could see how other students might. Tests are mostly based on what she says in lecture, so a good study strategy would be to transcribe/memorize lecture notes, then use the slides to make up practice questions to test recall.

Dr. V is by far the hardest prof i have had at tulane, but she's amazing! You really have to study and keep up to have a shot at passing. Write down everything she says bc its fair game for a test. She is a very doable but you have to put in a lot of time!!! She's also a very entertaining lecturer, but doesn't curve.

Definitely not an easy class, and holds on to the idea of being a "weed out" class. Go to SI sessions and office hours, record lectures, go over info after each lecture, take notes on textbook. Multiple choice tests are very difficult and not curved. Very interesting class but might want to consider a worse but easier professor to save GPA.

Dr. V is truly a gem. Her class if very difficult and it requires you take a lot of time to study, but she truly does prepare you for upper level bio and the mcat. She really wants everyone to succeed and she will get to know you if you take the time to meet with her! Her class if not impossible it just requires lots of time and work to get an A.

I love this woman. She is literally the best prof I have ever had. Prepares you so well for upper level bio classes. LOVE her.

Run!!!!

This class is definitely hard based soley on the amount of material for intro biology courses. Her lectures are super important and the main material for tests. The textbook is a great clarifying resource. It is definitely a lot of work, but also very achievable if you try.

I went into this class so scared of Dr. V. However, Dr. V is genuinely funny and kind. Her lectures are jam-packed with info and it's overwhelming. However, they're interesting and if you study seriously (I transcribed and made Quizlets), tests aren't bad. You have to put in effort and go to office hours. Don't use 1st test as drop. I'll miss her!

I am amazed by Dr. V's ability to teach using hilarious examples and easily digestible examples and slides. You have to study to pass her tests, and you have to review her notes after every class, but if you do those and go to office hours with doubts, it's a breeze. This intro class prepared me for my next classes, and is the highlight of my year.

Dr. V is one of, if not the best teacher I've had. She's extremely knowledgeable in the subject area and knows how to effectively convey concepts and information. Her class is a lot of work, and I would recommend studying at least a week before each test. Record her lectures because she tests on EVERYTHING she says in lectures. Take this class!

I have a lot of respect for Dr. V. She is one of the most intelligent people I have ever met and would take her class again because of how brilliant she is. She will lecture to the last minute of class and teach you every single detail. The tests are quite difficult, but it just encourages you to keep studying and really learn the content.

Dr. V is a great lecturer. The lectures are very fast and content heavy, but she explains the content very well. She makes jokes to keep your attention and makes the lectures interesting. Although the class is tough, I found it enjoyable and if you study hard and attend all the lectures you can do well.

Amazing and extremely knowledgeable professor. Write down every single word she says in class and record lectures because it is all fair game for the exam. Must memorize every single detail of what she says in class to do well on exams. Difficult, but worth it and she prepares you well for the MCAT.

the amount of information is what makes the course difficult rather than the content itself. Dr. V is wicked smart and very funny. SI sessions are very helpful. Before tests, compile all the information from the slides, SI sessions and every word from lectures to study. Do not try to take neat notes during lecture, simply get every word down.

I love Dr. V, she is a true genius who knows everything that she is teaching in great detail. But this was one of the hardest classes I have ever taken at Tulane due to the mass amount of content you have to learn. But if you always go to class and go to SI sessions passing the class and doing well is entirely possible.

One of the best profs at Tulane. Her lectures are fun and engaging, even though she talks extremely fast. Don't be scared off by the difficulty level, it is 100% possible for anyone to get an A. Go to office hours, learn good study habits and you will be fine.

I like Dr.V, her lectures are fast and fun, but you gotta be able to keep up. You need the online book code, but not the book. Dr.V will test your dedication to bio (if you're unsure, you'll find out if premed is for you). She's hard but fair. Speak up in class and go to SI/office hours, she's watching and will bump your grade up if you work hard.

As a person, I loved Dr. V, but she definitely flies through material very fast with little room for questions. Going to office hours was definitely a must. I never even opened my textbook

Lots of people love Dr. V as a person but that doesn't really change how hard her class is. Record and transcribe every one of her lectures and make quizlets. Basically if you memorize everything she says you will be fine, but her lectures cover so much information and she goes very fast. The SI sessions were very helpful.

I love Dr. V but be prepared for a challenging class. Her class is extremely lecture heavy and the tests are hard. Record all of her lectures so you can listen back and get every detail. Don't bother looking at the textbook or her powerpoints. Know she does look at attendance and effort for a curve so show effort as much as you can!

GO TO CLASS and try to write down everything she says. Go to SI sessions and office hours, practice the drawings (Test 2 onward). You'll definitely learn a lot if you put in the work (lots of it). It's definitely a hard class and you have to study, but not impossible. She's not perfect, but does care about her students. TAKE the service learning!!!

Dr. V is super nice but she tests off of what she says in lectures, and lectures cover a lot very quickly. Take really good notes from lecture and study. I recommend recording lectures and listening to them again to make sure you did not miss anything in notes and use flashcards for as much as you can. It is hard, but she is brilliant.

I really enjoyed Dr. V. It was a tough class, but she really is very interactive and I really enjoyed going to class.

I love Dr. V, however, get ready to study. This class has been my hardest class at Tulane. I recommend recording every lecture and making quizlets off the lectures - not her slides or textbook. She is extremely smart and her lectures are interesting. Yet, she goes extremely fast. Take good notes, study hard, go to SI sessions and office hours.

Dr. V is tough, it is undoubtally a lot of work, but if you can manage it you will learn it. She has a drop midterm which is nice, but I still did bad on them. I recommend memorzing the SI's practice tests before you take hers because there is probally 30% repeate questions and I wish I knew that because I would've done better.

I loved Dr. V for cell1010, but for genetics I would not recommend. I worked so hard and the tests were over SUCH specific things, and I recorded her lectures and listened and transcribed everything. Overall, the work you have to do to do well is unreasonable for a 3 credit hour class. I would take her again for cell1010 but not cell2050.

Genetics is INCREDIBLY demanding--I wouldn't recommend if the class isn't important for your major/future plans. However, I learned sooo much--it's definitely harder than cell1010 but the textbook is much more useful in genetics. I understand her teaching style is not for everyone/can be overdemanding, but she does care so much for her students

Many people complain and say it's impossible, but this isn't true. She's a fantastic professor and gives very engaging lectures. The SI sessions and office hours are so helpful! She actually wants you to do well and all tests are multiple-choice, plus she drops the lowest test. Getting a good grade is all about how much effort you put in.

This class is hard, but it really is not that bad if you go to office hours and SI sessions. She is a really good professor and cares about you if you put the effort in. I would not take her again but I am really glad I did. I think she really prepares you for the rest of college.

Dr. V is super funny and nice, she is always telling stories and cracking jokes during lectures. Although, the class material is HEAVY and difficult especially if you do not have a background in Biology. Attendance is not required but if you do not go to the lectures, you will not pass. Also, be sure to attend SI sessions and office hours!!!

This class is insanely hard and requires a lot of studying but she is very kind and does make opportunities for students to go to office hours and ask her questions. Definitely take the service learning if possible as it helps your grade. She is a very intelligent professor and goes very quickly when teaching new material.

Dr. V is perhaps one of the sweetest professors you will meet at Tulane. Beware of not attending class, make sure you make friends so they can send you class recordings. Make sure you constantly review your notes. Attend office hours and ask questions if needed. If you have trouble understanding, watch videos. Your memory is tested in this course.

Dr. V is so informative and prepares you well for her exams, but there is a LOT to learn. Would recommend recording and listening back to her lectures and take lots of notes in class! Get to know her and go to office hours to get answers to your questions.

This class was not easy. Dr.V is a very challenging teacher and her curriculum will test one's motivation and ambition for the course. But it was not too bad. Though I was not an A student in this class, I definitely learned a lot of life lessons from this class and thoroughly enjoyed learning intro to cell with Dr.V.

This is a very difficult class, but it is passable. Make sure to record lectures AND ACTUALLY LISTEN TO THEM. Keep your notes up to date. She blows by topics rly fast so relisten to lectures on same day bc trying to listen to them all before the test is draining. Requires great study habits. No need to read textbook, but online code needed for hw.

Pass-fail service learning component of CELL1010. We go out and collect/test water in Audubon Park and submit data/reflections afterwards. TAs grade all of these; some more leniently than others. Ends in a final presentation at LUMCON re: data trends and a water topic of choice. Final grade here counts as a midterm in CELL1010, which boosts grade.

Rundown: -Knows her stuff. EVERYTHING she says can be on the test, it helps you understand the curriculum -A few homework assignments, three exams, and a final, one drop, go to SI sessions! -Office hours are great bc she remembers faces, so it will help to get to know her! -Material is hard but put in a lot of work and you can do well

This class is a fever dream in the best way. She remembers EVERYONE, and will make comments if certain people are missing. Write down anything she says and writes (more important than slide notes) and you will do well. She allows students to record lectures because she talks rather quickly, which helps for students who don't write fast or get lost.

I want to give Dr. V the biggest hug ever. She is the most inspirational teacher I've ever had, and she pays attention to each and every student (even if you're not aware of it lol). She is hands down the smartest person I've ever met, and she really cares about her students and really locking in the material.

This is a very difficult class, if you study a lot and put in a lot of effort you will do well. If you care about this topic and want to actually learn then take her. Dr. V is actually very kind and funny and opens up a lot when you get to know her. Go to her office hours and at least 2 SI's a week. Record and listen to lectures. 3 tests and 1 drop

Dr. V is no joke, but if you go to office hours, which is a MUST and attend and record ALL lectures you will succeed. I promise that the grade you get in this class is directly a result of effort not difficulty

Record every single lecture, listen to it after class and write down every single word Dr. V says. Go to as many office hours as possible. This class is not hard, it's just a lot of work. If you want the A ,you need to work for it. Dr. V is extremely willing to teach and help you understand but you HAVE to want to put in the effort.

I said that I would not retake her, only because the class was so hard. Dr.V is a great teacher and very knowledgeable, so there is no doubt that you will learn a lot in her class. There was a big learning curve to her class, and I think I struggled to adjust to her pace, teaching style, and test style.

This class is super challenging, as Dr. V talks very quick and covers so much material. She is so smart and she has such photographic memory- so go to class!! Take good notes during lectures and REVIEW!! 3 midterms (lowest grade dropped), 1 final exam, and a little bit of homework. Si sessions are also super helpful.

Dr. V is the best. She is hilarious and a very straightforward teacher. Study hard, ask lots of questions, and do not be afraid to go to office hours.

Look I rated Dr. V really low last year after taking her class in fall. Now I am working at a research group and I found her lectures so helpful. All of those she taught in class would be really helpful (and pretty basic) in the future if you are going to the bio/med field. Absolutely recommend her cell1010 class.

Dr. V is so caring, intelligent, and amazing! Her lectures contain all information that is needed for exams, so take notes and compare with classmates. She also never assumes that her content is common sense and is always willing to explain and re-explain things if people are confused. She is fantastic and provides a strong basis of the subject.

Dr. V is such an engaging lecturer and she is super smart. She seems intimidating but really she is very nice and always willing to help her students. Her class is hard but if you put in the effort and go to office hours and SI sessions it won't be as bad. Take notes by hand so you can draw all of the diagrams she writes on the chalkboard.

The class is difficult, but Dr. V delivers the content well. Lectures have a good mix of tables, diagrams, and some anecdotes. I was able to understand things from the way she explained with words and pictures. I recommend recording every lecture and listening to it because she goes very fast during class. Also go to office hours and SI sessions.

Dr. V may have been the best STEM professor that I have had. She was incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and funny. In a lecture of almost 100 students, she would still manage to engage and include all of us in her lectures. Be sure to attend lectures and record them because anything she says during lectures is fair game for the exams. Very accessible!

Dr V's class is definitely very content heavy so get ready to study. She makes cell biology interesting with examples you WILL remember and holds very interactive but fast paced classes. I recommend recording the class on your phone and using it to go over your notes. Go to her office hours especially if you're in a TR class; it helps get ahead.

Can cell be hard? Yes, but it is doable. Her lectures were always funny and extremely applicable. If you are into research or are premed, her class will be beneficial. She's a fun person to talk to and learn about; she also helped me find research experiences.

Dr.V is no doubt one of the best professors at Tulane. Her class is difficult and get ready to study but she prepares her students for courses following this class.People say that you won't do well in this class if you haven't taken AP bio which is not true. Hard work and studying/reviewing lectures will be your saving grace in this class(and anki)

Dr. V's class is notorious for being difficult; however, it is doable. Studying the night before is NOT a good idea (trust). Contradictory to what people say, I recommend typing notes bc she talks VERY fast. Also have paper handy to write/draw everything she puts on the board (hard to read). She denies it but has photographic memory so go to class.

Attend lectures, take notes (take pictures of in-class drawings/tables), go to SI sessions, review new info, use StuDocu. Can't avoid the grind for this class, but Dr. V gives you all the tools to succeed. 3 midterms (lowest dropped), doable homework, and cumulative final. Curves class grade up half letter grade (my B raw score curved to A-)

This class was very difficult for me because I didn't have a background in biology going into the class and I wasn't ready for the rigor of this class. We covered a lot of content every class and I would recommend recording her lectures, attending office hours, and going to SI sessions. This is a class that you need to review for every single day.

Dr. V is a wonderful person and professor. This class is hard and information-heavy but if you put the work in, it will pay off! Attend ALL SI sessions (there are recorded versions on the ALTC YT channel), go to office hours, read the textbook before going to class, record lectures if it helps you. 3 exams (1 drop), 1 final, and a bit of homework.

Dr. V is undoubtably the most intelligent professor at Tulane. For Cell 1010 there is a book, however unless you really feel you need to supplement the material you can ignore it, her lectures are more than sufficient. She is a genuinely good and caring person if you take the time to know her. Her intro class is tough, gotta work for it.

So much dissonance w this course. Most intelligent prof, you will learn SO much abt bio, lectures are interesting, class is so valuable. Unfair as I think it disadvantages people w/o AP bio background, people who have to work, can't pay for private tutor, etc. GPA killer but you will learn so much.

I LOVED Dr. V and cell1010. Everyone complains that its way too hard and a "weed out class," but if attend class, take notes, rewrite/study your notes, then you'll be fine (I never recorded the lectures). It helps if you took AP Bio, but you didnt NEED to. She also gives you a drop exam which is so generous. This class made me declare my bio major!

to preface: dr. v is a wonderful professor. she is kind, funny, and has very interesting lectures. however, this is the first class I have ever failed in all my time in school. do not take this class if it's not necessary for ur major, and I learned the hard way that if you think that you're studying hard, study harder. cell is not for the weak.

This class has a reputation for a reason. It is very content heavy, but manageable if you put in the work. Make sure to listen back to the lecture before the next class to stay on top of content. Go to all SI sessions. Dr. V is very funny and interesting. Try to avoid taking this class with many other STEM classes because it takes up a lot of time.

This is the best way to describe Dr. V. She is the best person you will ever meet. However, class is going to have you confused and she goes CRAZY fast. please if you take this class I advise you to take little to no other STEM courses. This class will consume every bit of your time.

Extremely interesting class with probably one of the best professors at Tulane. Very difficult, but if you attend every lecture, take good notes (I recommend typing because of how fast she talks) and read the textbook, you will get an A as long as you put in the work. The textbook for this course will save your life. Go to office hours and SI.

Anyone who hates on Dr. V simply struggles with the rigor of the class rather than her as a person. Her class is difficult, but she is so funny, provides many examples to make complex processes simpler, and is always willing to help her students. If you study hard, you will leave with a strong biology foundation for science or healthcare careers.

Dr. V is an incredible professor; the material is just a lot to retain regardless of who would teach it. She has an amazing memory and will remember you if you go to class and make an effort. There are lots of resources like office hours and SIs. She gives one drop HW and test.

Dr. V knows what she is doing, gives great lectures, is engaging, and really takes an interest in all of her students. I took her class online for the summer and was honestly surprised with how engaging she is and felt very connected to her and her class even with it being over zoom. Study, pay attention to detail, and ask questions. You'll do fine

Dr. V is an incredible professor, and truly teaches a lot of interesting information. Make sure you pay attention to her lectures and GO TO CLASS. Her exams are pretty difficult and most of the questions come from the information she says out loud, so take notes on the things she says in class. If you balance your time and study you will succeed.

Dr. V is a tough but engaging professor. The class is a real challenge, but her lectures are worth attending as she breaks down the complex material well. Utilize resources like SI sessions and unstuckstudy ai to stay on top of the demanding content. With consistent hard work, you can succeed in this class.

Dr. V knows almost all her students are pre-med, so she sets you up for success by giving lecture-heavy lessons. I feel I learned so much from her which is very useful for the MCAT and future pre-med and med school classes. She is very approachable in and out of class if you need clarification. Yes, you will do well if you are a dedicated pre-med.

I LOVED genetics. I also took Dr. V for Cell 1010. Hot take - I thought genetics was easier than cell. The exams may be objective harder but the content was more interesting and easier to study. The class is structured very similar to cell. It requires even more in depth learning and understanding of the material but I would take again if I could.

Dr. V is a great teacher, but this class is very difficult. However, if you put in the effort, go to office hours, SI sessions, and review the material frequently you can do well. There are 3 exams and a final. You also get to drop your worst exam and worst assignment grade.

She is amazing and makes class super engaging and fun. But, unless you never miss class, re listen to every single lecture, read through all her slides, and study for hours upon hours, you genuinely will not get an A. I wouldn't take her again because I just don't want to do that much work but she's better than the option for the other cell1010.

Dr. V is one of the most knowledgeable professors that I've taken. Her lectures are very engaging, and her past students say that they feel well prepared after taking her. Go to the SI's and study a little bit daily, and you'll do well.

Dr. V's class is definitely challenging, but equally as doable. If you go to every lecture and put in time to revise, you'll do great!! Definitely watch Jasmine's videos to understand the topics. Dr. V teaches fast, so people recorded lectures to help them understand the material better. Tests come straight from the lectures so listen attentively!

I wont lie, this class was really hard; however, it really isn't as bad as people make it out to be. Look over your notes everyday and attend SI sessions when you can and you'll do fine. You will learn a lot if you take her class seriously.

Dr. V's class is challenging but manageable. You don't need prior experience, like AP Biology, to succeed. Attend every class, participate in SI sessions, and record lectures to review anything you might have missed. Jasmine's videos are also an excellent resource. Dr. V is incredibly kind and supportive. As long as you study you'll be fine!

I took her for cell 1010 and genetics. The content is a lot harder to grasp IMO. The hardest part of the class is trying to get all of the notes you need to study. Getting an A is doable, but this class will always be your 1st priority.

She is absolutely a pleasure to learn under, even though the material made me want to die sometimes. Class is very difficult, so get ready to study and dedicate yourself. The material she goes over is very useful for those taking the MCAT, so pre med students should look to her. Her lectures are lowkey fun, with anecdotes that made me laugh. 10/10.

I LOVE DR. V. Her class definitely lives up its reputation as difficult, but if you study and put in the work to memorize a lot of material at once, you should be fine.

Great professor, hard subject. She's the best option available and even though the subject is hard, the curve at the end is a savior. Make sure you do the smaller assignments because they can bring up your grade a lot. Use your SIs and their practice exams.

Can't help but love Dr. V, she's so funny and literally knows everyone in the class even if you barely talk. Genetics is not as bad as cell1010 with her imo. A lot easier to just take notes in class then make flashcards to memorize, but make sure you can apply the concepts. Also do the homework its such an easy grade boost.

Dr. V is amazing and so funny. She knows everything and will teach you ALL of it. There's so much content and she talks fast but go to SI and study at least 1 week before tests and you'll do well. She basically has a photographic memory so she knows if you skip class too. This class really taught me how to study. I recommend her over other prof

professor is an absolute unit; she's very intelligent and knowledgeable about the topics. HOWEVER, you better be prepared to put in the work bc this class is hard lol. i never ended up going to the SI sessions or her office hours (mainly bc i couldn't), but i think they would be beneficial. all in all, good luck.

I love Dr. V. Be prepared to put in the work and you will do well. Go to office hours and SI sessions. One of the best professors at Tulane. Record her lectures and listen to them while you study.

Went into this course fearing the worst. Will say that this course is meant to weed out students who don't have the best work ethic. If you go to most lectures and either go to SI or watch recordings of lectures from SI, then questions on the tests will seem fair. 20 min of studying a day + prioritizing understanding material is key to an A.

I love dr. v. easy tests, easy material. she teaches in the nicest ways and gives everyone an A+ because she is such a caring person.

I loved Dr.V. Her class was one of the hardest classes I've ever taken, but she is really funny, and if you put in the time you can do well. Definitely go to her office hours.

Amazing professor. Was an overall difficult class, but what helped me was attending every lecture and watching Jasmine's vids (former SI). I personally never went to SI sessions, but I also had a good background in bio. She says students are afraid to go to her office hours, but Dr. V is super funny and she's great to get to know outside of class!

Dr. V is an incredible teacher. Even if you aren't from a "stem" background or level of expertise, all you need to do to be successful in her classes are to apply yourself- go to si sessions, office hours, etc. By far the smartest and best stem teacher I've ever taken. Dr. V truly cares about her students.

Best/hardest teacher I've ever had. This class taught me a lot about myself and how to study for difficult exams. Anyone who gives Dr. V a better rating usually doesn't go to class or doesn't put in the time. If you work hard in this class you will do well. Dr. V is one of the greatest teachers at Tulane, and the best one I've ever had.

This class took years off of my life. Very difficult because of the speed and volume of information that is being thrown at you, but Dr V tries to make it a little easier to understand. Despite her efforts its still almost feels impossible. However Dr V is a great person, a little intimidating, and cares about what she teaches.