2.8

Noelle Cutter

Biology - Molloy University

2.8
Quality
4.0
Difficulty
34%
Would Retake
89
Reviews
2.8
Quality
4.0
Difficulty
2.9
Helpful
2.8
Clarity

34%

Would Retake

89

Reviews

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What Students Say

Ridiculously tough grader

BIO126 - 1.0 rating

There are essays every week, quizzes, and a two part final

core3720 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

92%

Textbook Required

50%

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Grade Distribution
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Based on 59 reported grades
A: 14
Not sure yet: 11
A-: 9
B+: 8
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Tough grader (30)
Lots of homework (18)
So many papers (13)
Test heavy (13)
Gives good feedback (11)
Lecture heavy (10)
Participation matters (8)
Get ready to read (8)
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5.0

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5.0

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Reviews (89)
4.0
3.0
BIO245
May 10, 2011

great professor! highly recommend her. she's very helpful, wants you to do well in her class. don't buy the text book, she gives you the power point and thats all you need. she's not the easiest professor, but she does review. the subject matter isn't easy, but she'll give you a lot of chances to do well.

4.0
4.0
BIO245
May 12, 2011

Class was a little on the difficult side, but she did provide opportunities to bring up your grade. Study from her powerpoints and lecture notes and she does review before exams. Very helpful for the lab practical. Textbook was helpful for her take-home test questions.

5.0
4.0
BIOD1
Jun 22, 2011

Easy to follow. Very prepared for lectures. Enjoyed her class but the subject matter was difficult. Study from powerpoints. Text was helpful for take home essays.

5.0
2.0
BIO245
Nov 7, 2011

took her in the summer, was extreemly friendly and nice. she loves what she does. Gives you the opportunity to do well. I would recommend her.

4.0
4.0
BIO120
Nov 13, 2011

Lecture is pointless all she does is read from the power points which she posts on the lions den. Tests are extremely hard and consist of way too much detail. She does give a review sheet which is somewhat helpful but tests are just so hard. She is VERY fair with giving opportunities to boost your grade. Take the opportunities they really help!

5.0
3.0
BIO126
Dec 1, 2011

Dr. Cutter is very sweet and helpful! You can tell she loves what she does, and if you do the work you will do well in the class. She is very fair with making sure you have the opportunity to have your grades where you want them to be.

4.0
4.0
BIO126
Dec 12, 2011

tests are on the ridiculous side. when you answer the questions asked she expects more than she asks for and takes points off. but i suppose it could be worse, at least she's reaaally hot.

3.0
4.0
BIO120
Apr 3, 2012

All her class is powerpoints..the textbook is useless except for maybe one lab exam and her tests are hard yes there are review sheets but all of a sudden when you look at the test it is nothing like the review sheet

3.0
5.0
BIO120
Nov 8, 2012

Asks way more than most A&P classes do. Gives "extra credit" that requires so much effort it's not worth taking the time away from studying for the test. Says things will be on the exam that aren't and then puts things on that she says wouldn't be on it.

1.0
2.0
BIO04
Nov 15, 2012

NEVER HELPED ME. NOT RECOMMENDED.ALWAYS SAID "i DON'T KNOW WHAT TO TELL YOU" WHEN I ASKED FOR HELP.

2.0
2.0
BIO02
Dec 21, 2012

Not the best don't take!!!

4.0
4.0
BIO127
Dec 29, 2012

Cutter was an awesome professor. The class expectations and criteria were perfectly clear. The tests were indeed challenging but their was enough opportunities to raise your final grade. This professor will challenge you. PS: Textbook is nearly useless class is on power points available online

5.0
3.0
BIO126A1
Apr 18, 2013

Difficult class, but very helpful. Gives extra credit assignments which are hard but worth the points. Curves grades at the end of semester. Funny and enthusiastic.

5.0
4.0
BIO126A2
Apr 18, 2013

Does not use books. Uses power points. Exams are tough, but she curves grades. Extra credit is impossible. Very helpful and nice though

4.0
3.0
BIO126A1
Nov 18, 2013

Dr. Cutter is very nice and hints at material that will on the exam. If u study u will be fine.

4.0
4.0
BIO126
Dec 19, 2013

Dr. Cutter is honestly a great professor. The material is very difficult and the class is fast paced which serves to weed out the weak links. Study hard !!!! Do every extra credit possible and participate. You receive what you give in this class. Nothing is handed to you on a silver platter. If you study and review you will do well. Don't be lazy !

5.0
3.0
BIO120
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2014

She is a good professor and is always willing to help. She does give chances for extra credit. You have to put a lot of work into this class though. Be prepared and she doesnt use the text much. Just her powerpoints.

2.0
4.0
BIO126
Oct 29, 2014

She's extremely rude, has her favorites in class. She rolls her eyes at you when you ask questions and doesn't answer you emails when retaining to help yet constantly says she's on her phone. If you take her be prepared to beyond overwhelmed.

1.0
5.0
BIOLOGY126
Nov 7, 2014

she is the worst professor for me this semester.

1.0
5.0
BIOLOGY126
Nov 7, 2014

She makes me feel belittled :( . I am not comfortable asking her questions at all

4.0
4.0
BIO127
Nov 7, 2014

Cutter is without a doubt an amazing professor. The class is going to be challenging, it's a science core. What do you expect? Studying is critical and she is quite receptive. A lot of work, which include lab exams, lab portfolios and the tests can be difficult. Keep up with your review, everything is on the power-points. You get what you give.

4.0
4.0
BIO126
Nov 18, 2014

Definetly would take her again. She is very consistent, prepared, and clear. Expects alot from you, but not unreasonable. Possible to get an A, if you take all the extra credit which is easy, and hand in assignments on time. Makes you study the material but is worth it. Actually learn.

4.0
4.0
BIO126
Dec 26, 2014

Very hard. Attendance is mandatory she take it all the time. A lot of assignments which can help the grade. You need the txtbk Dont need it for class tho. She doesn't check hw. Tests multiple choice are rediculously hard but when there easy very easy The lions dens grades aren't accurate your provacy a grade higher than what that says

5.0
4.0
BIO126
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2015

Dr. Cutter is one of the best professors at Molloy. She is very nice and understanding and does a great job preparing you for your future science classes to follow. She does like to challenge her students, but if you put in the effort and take her class seriously and show her that you are working hard then she will notice that.

5.0
3.0
BIOLOGY127
Grade: A+
Apr 3, 2015

I had Dr. Cutter for 2 semesters now, Bio 126 & 127. At first I didn't like her. This semester I'm more accustomed to her. You need to get used to her rules, her style of testing and her grading policies on take homes. She grades hard on those but if you finish early, you can ask her to check it over & she will. She is nice once u get to know her

3.0
2.0
CHEM112
Grade: A-
Dec 18, 2015

Everyone knows how difficult organic chem is and dr. cutter made the subject so much easier. She really wants everyone to get a good grade and if you dont you probably didnt do your job as a student. Take her you wont regret it.

4.0
4.0
BIO126
Grade: A+
Dec 29, 2015

Great Teacher. If you expect a breezy class skip over this one. I mean its a manageable class but if you are not interested in biology as part of you future career don't waste your time.

3.0
5.0
BIO127
Apr 23, 2016

She's really passionate about what she teaches, but the work she expects from students is well above a 100 level class. Often on her take home tests you are required to come up with an experiment to test things never gone over in class. Most of the reading really requires a masters to understand. She assigns more essays and hw than she keeps up w.

4.0
3.0
BIO126
Grade: B+
Jun 8, 2016
Would take again

She's funny and fair. Not an easy class, but you will learn a lot. Makes you think but she will offer to help any and every time.

4.0
3.0
BIO126A1
Grade: A-
Sep 1, 2016
Would take again

Great professor. Hard but fair. Come to class, do your work. You will do ok

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
5.0
BIO126
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Best professor ever. Hands down. I wish I could take her for all my classes.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO126
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

I have had many Bio teachers, but Dr. Cutter has been my favorite ever. She makes the subject interesting. The class is difficult but she is fair, and caring about her students.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
4.0
4.0
CHEM112
Grade: A-
Dec 22, 2016
Would take again

I was horrible at chemisty until I took Dr. Cutter's class. She's a great Professor! Gives plenty of opportunity to boost your grade & gives review sheets for exams. I also had a tutor which helped me a great deal. If you need a tutor request Nicole Parazuk. She is wonderful & helped me to understand the material. There are 2 exams and a final.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
3.0
CHEM112
Grade: A
Dec 29, 2016
Would take again

I took Professor cutter for chemistry. She is very approachable and kind. She wants her students to pass!! her test Aren't easy so put work into studying the material! Also, get a tutor!! It helps more than anything, the hour and 45 minutes just isn't enough!

Tough Grader
Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
CHEM112
Grade: A-
Jan 5, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Cutter is a really good professor and really cares about her students, as long as you show your effort. She offers extra credit towards the end of the semester. Very approachable and responds to emails in a flash. I suggest recording the lectures as it is a lot of info. This is not a fly by kind of class, do the work!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BIO126
Grade: A
Aug 9, 2017
Would take again

LOVE. had for gen bio and a few classes after that. loves her students, wants them to succeed and do well. Gen bio is always a lot because there is a ton to cover in that class. lots of work but thats more grades and it works better for you. always gives extra credit opportunities. TAKE HER

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
BIO126
Nov 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Ridiculously tough grader. Expects way too much from even extra credit assignments and the tests are all essays. Takes off points for things you don't write but she also didn't ask for, also if you write the right answer but don't write "enough." Goes through chapters way too fast and only pays attention to her favorite students. DO NOT RECOMMEND.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
4.0
BIO126
Grade: B
Nov 17, 2017
Would take again

JUST SHOW HER THAT YOU CARE AND YOULL BE FINE!!!! THATS ALL SHE WANTS AND I TELL STUDENTS THAT AND THEY STILL DONT LISTEN! GO TO HER OFFICE HOURS ALL THE TIME!!! SHE GONNA LIKE YOU IF YOU SHOW HER YOU CARE! IF YOU DONT THEN SHE WON'T EITHER

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
5.0
5.0
BIO127
May 9, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Cutter thoroughly explains the material and makes lectures interesting. She genuinely cares about her students learning and doing well. She gives an insane amount of work but if you're pursuing a career in the medical/science field taking her class will benefit you.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Jul 29, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Awful. I warn you.. do NOT take this Professor. I did not learn a thing! A ridiculous amount of homework, including a 150 page lab manual!!!

Tough grader
Lots of homework
1.0
4.0
BIOLOGY126
Grade: A
May 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Her unclear grading criteria and discrepancies between rubrics and results demonstrates her clear and unprofessional preference for students majoring in her department. Lowballing students based on favoritism left me very dissatisfied with what was supposed to be a course based on academics performance, not personal attitudes.

1.0
5.0
BIO126
Grade: B-
Dec 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor made my semester miserable. Do not recommend her class. If you take her prepare to not sleep until the semester is over. She also complains a lot and talks down to her students. She is a smart woman but her way of teaching is not the best. AGAIN, I DO NOT RECOMMEND.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
BIO02
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2021
Wouldn't take again

An entire semester of teaching myself from passages she she wrote and posted on canvas or links she provided from the National Cancer Institute. Group projects, presentations and research papers, every single week! An egregious amount of work for an undergrad class. Steer clear if you can.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Group projects
3.0
4.0
BIO1260
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Cutter is an excellent professor; however, she does talk down to her students. She has high expectations, but you will enjoy the fruits of your labor! Definitely do ClutchPrep. Lab reports are very long. Sometimes diverts from syllabus and her imported Canvas assignments contain errors which she corrects in front of the class as it is going on.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
1.0
3.0
BIO126
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She is never there. Class is boring and its like she is phoning it in. She makes classes via zoom at the last second. Lab is a nightmare. Horrible experience.

5.0
1.0
BIO4910
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2021
Would take again

Dr. Cutter is an amazing professor. She is always willing to help out and gives amazing guidance. She is very accessible (just send her an email!) and is wonderful in terms of keeping things simple and organized for our research team.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
BIO126
Jan 31, 2022
Wouldn't take again

She's alright as a teacher but she's a complete fraud. She has barely any real world experience, there is evidence of her plagiarizing articles. Not only that but if you look through her work a lot of it is incredibly inaccurate including her research in cancer which she claims to specialize in. I have no idea why the college worships her.

1.0
5.0
BIOD1
Grade: B+
May 27, 2022

A lot of work. Enjoyed learning but extremely tough grader. Criticizes every little word. I had anxiety the entire semester. ESSAYS are due weekly and you can't reply on the discussion board on the same day for full credit. TOO MUCH WORK. GLAD ITS OVER. ESSAYS should not be weekly!

Tough grader
Participation matters
So many papers
1.0
5.0
core3720
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 20, 2022

I'm taking this class because it is required for graduation. There are essays that need to be done every week and discussions. For the essays, she wants a minimum of 3 pages, and for discussions, a minimum of 800 words. This is crazy while taking other nursing classes. Avoid taking this class at all cost!!!!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
So many papers
4.0
4.0
BIO245
Grade: A-
Nov 4, 2022
Would take again

Dr Cutter covers a lot of material in class. Lab was fun but the lab manual was extra work. She gives extra credit. Study and you will do well

Participation matters
Group projects
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 14, 2022

Take this class with someone else. This is made way harder than it needs to be. Get ready for anxiety.

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
BIO245
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 26, 2022

Do NOT take this professor! Her lectures are over 100 slides per chapter. She makes you create a 180 page lab manual which takes forever to write. She gave an online exam which didn't work which had 10 chapters midway through the semester. She gave a second exam which was 80 multiple choice and 10 short answer in 100 minutes and gave during break.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
BIO245
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 28, 2023

Don't take this class unless you want to do well. Made it so difficult for no reason. A group project where she will take points off if you mess us on a organisms name, ridiculous. When asking for help she was very mean and just seems annoyed if you ask for help. Take someone else and save yourself the headache and stress.

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 28, 2023

With this professor she is very tough on grading. She has heavy lectures and does peardeck during them and goes over them TOO quick. You will have not even a minute to answer them and it counts as participation. She does not understand when a class is confused on a topic and will make you feel bad. Save yourself and take another professors class.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO245
Grade: A+
May 2, 2023
Would take again

Dr Cutter is an AMAZING professor & only wants you to do well. DO NOT listen to these reviews. She will give you every detail to study when it comes to exams. She gives many extra credit opportunities and will work with you by all means. I have a disability and she worked with me all year. Tests are heavy but it's not the end of the world calm down

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO245
Grade: B+
May 9, 2023
Would take again

She is such an excellent instructor who offers numerous extra credit opportunities. Her exams consist of online multiple-choice homework and in-class brief answer questions. She also focuses on questions that could appear on the examination:) Overall, I would highly recommend her because she is a teacher with a genuine desire to help her students.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Caring
3.0
3.0
BIO245
Grade: Not sure yet
May 15, 2023

She's not a horrible professor, the effort you put in determines your grade. She's just very inconvenient. Lots of work to do. Exams and labs are stressful for no reason. But i also put in mid effort and got a mid grade so no complaints. lots of opportunities to raise grades. I would take another professor if possible

2.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: B-
May 19, 2023

She's a chill professor but please if there is another option, consider the other option. Her lectures are so heavy and literally before class starts she edits the slides which misses with notes. She flies past her slides and doesn't give you enough time to write notes. I had many mental breakdowns from her class and just please save yourself.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
core3720
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 27, 2023

I have never written a review for a professor or a class before but I feel that I had to do so. Dr. Cutter assigns way too much work for an online summer class. It is a four credit course but the amount of work given is very unnecessary. There are essays every week, quizzes, and a two part final. Do not take this class unless it is necessary.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
5.0
core3720
Grade: A-
Jul 6, 2023

i got a 93% but gave me an A- * ..very slow grader, due to the summer course it was easy to fall behind. the final was a group project, and assigned 5 other things on top of the final the last week of the course. maybe the course would be better in a normal semester but only take it in the summer if you really have to.

Tough grader
Participation matters
So many papers
2.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: B+
Dec 14, 2023

This professor treats this 1-semester gen ed course like it's a PhD course. She seems like an alright person in general but the work is overbearing sometimes if you are taking other gen eds as well. She grades the essay tests so critically, unnecessary amount of lab exams, and makes the courseload work 10 times harder than it needs to be.

Group projects
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO245
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 21, 2023
Would take again

It's sad seeing so many negative reviews about Dr. Cutter. She has been my favorite professor at Molloy and cares deeply for her job and students. The information you need to know for tests is made clear, and there was extra credit offered. She also makes herself available to talk about any concerns whenever you need.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Caring
1.0
5.0
core3720
Grade: B
Dec 24, 2023

Seems to be a somewhat nice person, but the class had unbelievable amounts of work. If you are interested very deeply in the subject, then I would sorta understand taking it, but other than that, stay away from this CORE class. 1,200 to 1,500 words per week of assignments and two books, 20+ articles, and some videos and podcasts must be cited.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
4.0
3.0
BS2411
Grade: A
Dec 26, 2023
Would take again

I had her for Bio 2 lab and she was an amazing professor. All quizzes and exams were extremely easy and she allows for an extra credit assignment as well. Very sweet and easy going professor when you make an effort to do well in the class. Lab reports were bit stressful but she allowed us to come to her before submission and gives great feedback.

Gives good feedback
Graded by few things
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
core3720
Grade: A
Dec 28, 2023

She is very nice. This class is awful! It was 100x more work than all of my major classes combined. Repetitive work you dont even know what to write about anymore. Get ready to read multiple articles and chapters a week. 1500+ words a week and grading seems random and knit picky. 20 min interview 8 page essay and research paper for final alone

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
2.0
3.0
BIO120
Grade: A+
Jan 13, 2024

Had her for FST gives way more work than any other fst teacher. Gives a lot of busy work and makes the class way harder than it needs to be. You will get good grades just tedious work. She is easy to reach and nice though.

Tough grader
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: B+
Mar 27, 2024

Why are you still reading do not take this professor at all.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
BIO245
Grade: C+
Apr 16, 2024

She was really nice but get ready for a lot of projects, lab reports and homework! She is a tough grader and is very specific with what she wants so beware. Take her if you are a part time students cause you will need a lot of time to get a good grade. The test are also half written and half multiple choice.

Tough grader
Group projects
Lots of homework
2.0
2.0
core3720
Grade: A
Apr 22, 2024

Took her for COR 3900 with Ponzer. Miss girl gives way too much work! She is not a harsh grader but her assignments are way toooo much to the point of it being so unnecessary. She needs to focus on running that marathon instead of assigning so much work.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
So many papers
5.0
4.0
BIO245
Grade: A-
May 14, 2024
Would take again

Dr. Cutter is a really caring and kind professor, as long as you do the work and listen in class you can do good, She outlines everything she expects of you in class and for the exams, gives extra credit opportunities that really can boost your grade, is accessible outside of class, and really gets to know her students on a name basis. Great prof.

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIO245
Grade: A-
May 14, 2024
Would take again

Exams were half MC online at home and half short essay questions, but she would post highlight the questions you would most likely see on the short essay in class exam. We had a major group project that you had to present with your group, and this was your final, not hard. And her MC questions weren't too hard as well. Her lab final was also great.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO245
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2024
Would take again

For Micro, take Cutter. Her course is tough but she cares and you will be prepared as long as you put the work in. Avoid Monaco.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
2.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 25, 2025

Be prepared mentally and physically for the work load

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO1270
Grade: A
May 26, 2025
Would take again

I absolutely loved having Dr. Cutter as a professor. Her tests and grading criteria were very straightforward, which made it easy to understand what was expected. She clearly specified what she wanted for lab reports and tests. I also appreciated that she gave students opportunities to have their review sheets looked over in advance.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
1.0
4.0
core3720
Grade: B+
Jun 18, 2025

I'm texting this class over the summer. She makes you do too much for every discussion you have to have 400-700 words and respond to peers and herself with 300 words.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
5.0
core3720
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jul 24, 2025

The worst professor at Molloy, you'd think she would want to make her class fun and enjoyable, but no, she just gives soooo much work. It's unbearable; I would do anything in the world before taking another class with her. Seriously, she should be evaluated or get a hobby rather than stress out her students for a class that does not even matter.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
So many papers
1.0
4.0
core3720
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 28, 2025

Had to take this as a nursing requirement. Do not take this course online. They do not respond to emails and are very hard graders. They provide a rubric for assignments but you lose points for only going by the rubric and not going "above and beyond". Multiple discussions, journal reflections, and papers weekly that take more time than other work

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
3.0
3.0
BIO245
Grade: A+
Oct 31, 2025

She gives a lot of work and speaks fast and unclearly during lectures. She does group projects and takes little points off of HW for no reason. Very strict grader. unorganized canvas. Weekly write ups for the labs and two massive lab reports. Little time to complete assignments. shes very nice when speaking to her just not worth it

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
3.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: A+
Oct 31, 2025

She is super nice but expect A LOT of work. Some of her questions she asks for assignments or guidelines for lab reports are vague, she is very picky when grading. There is a homework assignment, lab quiz, lab write-up every week. Also, her tests are half at home and half in person and she gives you the questions beforehand. Expect a big workload.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: A+
Nov 1, 2025

Dr. Cutter is a nice person when you talk to her one-on-one. In lecture setting though, things change. She acts if if she doesn't care about her students' lives or their time and assigns an absurd amount of work with little time in between due dates. Expect a lab quiz EVERY week on top of regular assignments and 2 absurd lab reports.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2025

If you are just used to multiple choice. This is not an option. You should look into someone else. She's a very nice person. But there is homework every week, lab assignments, lab reports, group work, all the time. My whole semester was all about this class. I'm glad that am getting an A in all my other classes or else I would re-think my major.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: B-
Dec 5, 2025

save yourself

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
core3720
Grade: B
Dec 6, 2025

Gives partial credit.

So many papers
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2025

HORRIBLE PROFESSOR DON'T TAKE. INSANE WORK LOAD. MAKES A FUN SUBJECT AWFUL.

So many papers
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: A-
Dec 7, 2025

Absolutely horrible experience with her. She really acts as if her students don't have a life outside of her class. Homework every week, group work, lab write-ups, lab reports, lecture exams + lectures that feel like they amount to nothing due to the amount of times she goes off topic. I know more about her British husband and kids than the subject

Tough grader
So many papers
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2025

She's a very nice person and easy to reach outside of class. However, I would not recommend taking this class with other classes. You will feel extremely overwhelmed and confused all the time. Between her and canvas having conflicting information. Also, it seems as if she makes things unnecessarily difficult.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Dec 10, 2025

DO NOT TAKE THIS PROFESSOR!!! If you HAVE to take micro take it with monaco!! You will literally not have a life in this class. Excessive hw and assignments all the time. Makes everything more difficult than it has to be as if this class isn't hard enough on its own. Grades stuff as if you're her arch nemesis. DO NOT TAKE HER!!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Dec 10, 2025

DO NOT TAKE. Exams are so difficult for no reason. She has a “essay” section worth over 60 points that's IN CLASS and never specifically says which you should know for the exam so you have to memorize 20+ pages of “essay questions” and half the time most of them aren't even in the exam. save yourself.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
So many papers
1.0
5.0
BIO245
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2025

Honestly, just no. If you care about yourself and mental health, just no. Micro is very interesting, but she turns it into a humiliation ritual.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
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Attendance Mandatory

92%

Textbook Required

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