She may not seem nice, but she definetly knows what she is talkin' about.

Hard class, but fascinating. Tests/homework are a b*tch. Expects you to do a ridiculous amount of work. She really knows her stuff and is sometimes hilarious, but she can come across as a scary meanie.

I thought she was great, although I could see how she rubs others the wrong way. If you're not a serious student, stay away from her class. She's the best preparation for those who plan on transferring into the UC system. I loved that she made an example of latecomers. Don't waste her time!

Fantastic class. One of the most challenging and enjoyable. Nancy Mann was passionate and a great teacher.

Nancy Mann is one of few excellent teachers I've had. If people don't like her, it's because she's tough, but you will learn so much from her. Her classes are the reason I went into the science field. She'll make you work, but now 15 years later, I still remember things I learned in that class.

Look out! It's the biology nazi!

I think ur class is awesome, i am very interested in what you have to say every time come into the room, thank you for the oppurtnity to enjoy my college experience in school!!!

She's tough, but that's from having to deal with nit-wits so much. If you follow directions well, she'd great! Knowledgable and interesting.

She really packs the info, you will learn a great deal and in a different way, her way! I think she's very passionate about her subject. Demands respect and doesn't always get it from some jerks in the class. I loved her class.

Anyone who says that Mann is awful, etc... is spineless. What an awesome class... I am not a science major, but her laidback, and often funny, lectures made the subject really enjoyable. She is very strict about hw, etc. but if you're at all intelligent you'll catch on quick and do well. Challenging, intellectual, great way to get that bio credit.

Very knowledgable, makes you earn grade which is important depending on your field. Knows her stuff.

I learned a lot, you cannot miss class, there is too much information. Lots if neat slides and presentation.

Nancy Mann is a great teacher and really cares about her subject. She has been all over the world and has interesting antidotes. Have to pay attention.

The only reason people give bad ratings about this teacher is because they are the students she embarrasses! If you read what she tells you and ask questions you will do well! Very informative teacher that isn't afraid to tell you like it is!

she's a great teacher. she'll go off topic every once in a while but it's a actually good since most of the stuff is funny. she'll answer questions to her knowledge, and admit she's wrong. great teacher, wait till about halfway thru the semester cause she really wants to filter out the slackers.

I took a class from this professor years ago. What I took from that class is that I would turn One Billion seconds old sometime in my 38th year on this planet. Well, that is not right!! I missed it, it happened when I was 31!! Shame on you, Nancy Mann!!

She's great. Quite honestly one of my two favorite teachers I've ever had. She's awesome. Don't be scared. If you take her serious, she takes you serious. No big whoop.

I know some people dont like her but she made me want to work harder and not give up. I learned a lot in this class and found myself answering peoples questions. I did not get a high grade but she made me not give up and that is hard to find. Just work hard and give it your all and you will do well.

Mann is funny and interesting. Her class is challenging and exciting.

Nancy is really cool. She has developed a ton of knowledge, and struck me as a being a genuine biologist who loves biology. The class is difficult. It requires juggling of learning the concepts within hundreds of pages of the fatty bio text prior to each exam, studying for lecture exams, studying for lab practicums, doing the homework, and attendin

You need to stay on top of things in this class. Nancy is a pretty good lady, but she has her days. Follow her rules and you'll be fine. Lots of homework, but they are all done on scantrons and you usually have at least a week to work on them, if not two or three. Tests-scantron. She talks a lot about real life stuff which is cool.Not for slackers!

Nancy knows her stuff. She's hard as nails in class, meaning, she has strict rules and demands respect. All of the homework is take home out of the book or from lectures, so you have to pay attention and take notes to do well. Quiz's are super easy. She's awesome about extra credit and an easy A if you do the work.

imagine being prepared for a four-year university. that's what this teacher will do for you. get past her tough exterior & you will find a passionate/caring individual who is excited with her students' success. y'all aren't in high school anymore. be ready to work hard and stay engaged. are you there to learn or to earn easy As? time to grow up.

She was one of the best proffs I've ever had. I stake my rep on it.

Her class is an actual college course, not a prerequisite to transfer or highschoolesque easy A bs. She comes off as a hard ass (maybe even mean) at first. She's actually a great professor and seems like a truly good person if you talk 1 on 1. If your a student you'll like her. If ur just a "student" or one of them silly geese then you wont; at all

Tough but fair teacher. She likes to keep people in line in her class, so if you like to goof off or gab you won't like her. But she is a great teacher and she will work to help you as long as you ask and are willing to do the work assigned.

Read the text. Spend hours studying and learning the material. She is not a mean person. She has a tough exterior but a lovely lady on the inside. You have to want to learn this stuff to succeed. IF you do NOT love it then switch majors. She prepares you VERY well for a 4-year. Think about your future do NOT avoid tough classes b/c your lazy.

Mann is a great teacher. I don't think she's mean; she's actually quite funny. I enjoyed her class, yes, it was tough, science classes are tough. She'll get mad at you if you talk while she's talking but that's to be expected, chatting during lecture is rude, why even bother going to class?

Such a funny teacher! She made the 2 hour class more enjoyable by bringing a sense of humor to it. The tests were a little bit hard, but I also could have studied harder for them. The oral tests were much easier for me, I actually really enjoyed them and being in the AT lab. Everyone is so nice and helpful in there, it's like a little BIO community

This was by far one of the most memorable professors I had in my college career. Nancy changed my life and my perspective. This is NOT an easy prof but you WILL earn your grade. She is a GEM!

Congratulations. You are about to take a class with a teacher who knows how to do just that- teach. Nancy Mann is a delight. She loves her subject, and though she might seem abrupt (hey, managing a class that size isn't easy), she cares about her students. The textbook is great- I still read it sometimes.

Yes, she relies heavily on the textbook, and she has a "rough" attitude. That being said I still enjoyed her class. I thought her lectures were interesting, and I liked her personal anecdotes. Hw and the final are not as hard as others make it out to be. Also, you will find she's more helpful when she sees you actually engaged in class.

Mann is a helpful genuine professor. Her class is a bit difficult but she is straight forward if you do the Homework and follow study guides you will do good in the class. Final was easy. She gives you the final study guide months in advance. You need to stay on top of things for sure in this class if you slack you will easily get behind.

I think Mann is an awesome teacher-! The way she teaches makes you stay on track. Her hw's & tests weren't hard at all! It all depends on how much you studied & paid attention. I would most def. recommend Mann I loved her class it was so interesting!

Prof. Mann knows her stuff! She is very strict so you gotta be in class and on time. Her tangent stories usually do tie back into what she is teaching if you listen. This class gives you what you put into it. I recommend her class any day!

I absolutely loved Nancy as a professor and she is my favorite professor on campus. The class is hard work but if you go to class and do the homework it's rewarding. She's super open if you bring the homework into class before the day it's due to ask questions. She likes when kids speak up and ask questions which I found to be the best way to learn

She was very rough in the beginning but only to weed out the ones that would drop out. She doesn't bend you have to work and figure out what she wants. She is an old style of teaching and I respected her for that. Her class notes are amazing so don't miss out on those.

One of the bests teachers I've had at cuesta, just show up everyday do your work, do some more work and you'll earn the grade you want. She gives countless opportunities to help raise your grade like extra credit on every lab test and exams. She is so nice and really cares about students as long as they care too!

Nancy quickly became one of my favorite professors at Cuesta. If you put in the effort in class and on the home works you can easily pass. She is super friendly and is more than willing to help you pass the class. I would definitely recommend her!

Human biology is a tough class. Weekly homework and several tests. Study groups help. Attendence is important as she will cover big portion of what's in HW. She will help with HW questions during office hours and class time if its not due that day. She is passionate about science. She does not put up with BS in class and occasionally abrupt. Great!

SLACKERS BEWARE: she will make you look like idiot if you are being idiot i.e texting or sleeping in class. Nancy's lectures are clear and to the point, she adds in her own stories or facts to make what she is teaching relevant. She is tough but fair. If you need help on the homework or quiz she will help you out.

Nancy is one of the few teachers I've had whose tangents are ALL applicable to the lecture material at hand. If you need/want help, you will get it. She is very clear with what she wants, and does an amazing job of maintaining class order, while making the subject as digestible as possible. An amazing human being.

Bottom line; Professor Mann does not tolerate laziness. For those who are willing to work and have a desire to learn, she is wonderful! I would recommend her to any serious student.

Professor Mann is a no nonsense teacher. You MUST do the homework if you want to pass the class. Don't skip class, you will miss points you will not be able to make up. Her lectures are always filled with real life stories and are for the most part hilarious. She wants you to succeed, so she is always there to help.

Professor Mann is an excellent teacher and makes her expectations for the class known. If you are not motivated, lazy, or just unwilling to make this class a priority, you will not do well. Get a study group, complete the study guide, and go to office hours, and you will pass. Dedicate 10-15+ quality hours a week and you might get an A.

I wasn't sure about Nancy during the first few weeks of class, she definitely tries to weed out non-serious students. If you are unwilling to work for your grade do not take this class. Make anatomy your life. Nancy is helpful and passionate, one of my favorite professors. Ended up with an A that I earned for sure. The lab will be your new home.