3.7

Sandra Sanchez

Biology - Santiago Canyon College

3.7
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
65%
Would Retake
84
Reviews
3.7
Quality
3.3
Difficulty
3.7
Helpful
3.7
Clarity

65%

Would Retake

84

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

49

4

4

3

5

2

8

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What Students Say

I stopped my anatomy study guide to write this

BIO239 - 1.0 rating

She dumbs everything down, so much so that you feel that you are in a 6th grade science class

BIO249 - 2.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

85%

Textbook Required

0%

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95% confidence
Based on 57 grades
Most common grades:
A (28)
B (14)
Not sure yet (9)
Grade Distribution
A(34)B(15)C(5)D(6)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 74 reported grades
A: 28
B: 14
Not sure yet: 9
Drop/Withdrawal: 6
Common Tags
Caring (29)
EXTRA CREDIT (29)
Skip class? You won't pass. (26)
Test heavy (17)
Lecture heavy (17)
Accessible outside class (13)
Participation matters (11)
Amazing lectures (11)
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Ratings by Course

BIOLOGY149

5.0

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BIOL149

5.0

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BIOL239

5.0

(6)

BIO239

3.8

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3.6

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5.0

BIO149

4.0

PHYS249

4.0

BIOL149

4.0

Reviews (84)
1.0
5.0
BIO149
Grade: Rather not say
May 16, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She lectures about material in different chapters all at once making it difficult to follow along. Tests are very difficult, practicums also. You must pay attention, go to class and listen if you want a passing grade.

Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
5.0
BIOLOGY149
Grade: C+
Aug 13, 2017
Would take again

Professor Sanchez is great! Is she difficult, heck yes! The problem is people don't know how to study. If you read you required material, she does a phenomenal job of piecing everything together. It is already a difficult class to begin with, why would you slack on your reading? I would absolutely take her again, she is funny and very light-hearted

Get ready to read
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
1.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Sep 26, 2017
Wouldn't take again

She dumbs everything down, so much so that you feel that you are in a 6th grade science class. She feels the need to make everyone participate and gets mad when no one wants to answer basic questions. She tries to be funny, but she should stick to just lecturing. Lectures would be more effective without 20 min tangents trying to force participation

LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
4.0
BIO239
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

My issue with professor sanchez is that she jumps around and the material does not come together to make a complete picture, she does try to make the material relatable maybe because she thinks this would make it easier to understand but in reality it just makes it more confusing. i've spent the majority of the class teaching myself.

TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
BIO239
Oct 31, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I stopped my anatomy study guide to write this. She is the most unorganized teacher I have ever had. We are constantly behind, and she assumes you will catch up for her. Each unit exam is basically a midterm because of the amount of material that is covered, but she covers it poorly. Her tests do not match her notes. Take whoever else you can.

Get ready to read
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
4.0
PHYS249
Grade: B
Feb 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

professor sanchez was a very sweet professor, although her class was a little hard and lectures were a disorginazied. But shes a very caring professor and wants you to do well

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
4.0
BIOL149
Grade: A
May 9, 2018
Would take again

I loved Prof. Sanchez as a teacher. Its a very tough class but thats due to the subject material. She really cares about your learning and grade. She will help you if you reach out to her. I really enjoyed her class, if you take the class seriously, participate, and study you will do fine.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
4.0
BIO239
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

My problem with this professor was that we were constantly behind. We would spend too much time on one chapter and not enough on another. She is super sweet on quizzes as she wants you to do well however I feel like she could be a DIVA at times. This class is hard so if your not ready to invest your time, don't waste your time.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
4.0
4.0
BIO149
Grade: B
Aug 14, 2018
Would take again

Professor Sanchez, truly cares for her students success. She is so easy to approach if you have any questions, and will do everything in her power to help you understand the material. The material is not easy, so as long as you put in the work you'll do fine in her class.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
2.0
4.0
BIO239
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 5, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Prof. Sanchez is a sweet, but her teaching style is all over the place. I'm not even half way through the semester and I already know I'm just going to be teaching myself. She also tends to try to dumb everything down in order to make the subject more understandable but its just annoying tbh. Her jokes and stories are often irrelevant too.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
1.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Sep 30, 2018
Would take again

She is an amazing caring instructor. She can go on tangents sometimes but everything on the lecture slides is all you need to know... no book required.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
1.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Sep 30, 2018
Would take again

Ms. Sanchez exams are based on her lectures not the book so dont waste your money. Her labs are kinda hard but nothing to crazy to handle.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
BIOL249
Grade: C
Dec 25, 2018
Wouldn't take again

You do NOT need a textbook. Everything you need to know for her tests are on her lecture powerpoints which are accessible through Canvas. Memorize the slides she tells you to focus on and ASK HER for help. Pay attention in class because the student powerpoints have fill-in-the-blanks. She provides a study guide for exams except Finals Cheat sheet

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
2.0
4.0
BIOL249
Dec 26, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Get ready to teach yourself. Record her lectures because she will jump all over the place and it's hard to distinguish what's important for exams. Don't need the book. She once spent 2 days lecturing about something but only asked one ? about it on the test. Annoying, disorganized, better one on one in office hours. Easier than the alternative tho

LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
1.0
BIO249
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 11, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Trash tier. Says youll need to book but tests dont include it. If you miss a lecture day youll be far behind because notes are missing key sentences/phrases on purpose. Dont take. Period. Bad teacher. You messed up if you take her.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
BIOL249
Grade: A+
May 15, 2019
Would take again

Favorite class! Sanchez is a great prof! she makes lectures funny/interesting! Powerpoints have all the info you need for tests, but I still used the book for extra info. Honestly, it's a lot of info covered everyday, but take her advice and study all the time (thats what i did) and you'll have an A the whole class! take advantage of extra credit!!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Jun 11, 2019
Would take again

I loved Professor Sanchez, she made class interesting and really tried to help students out. This class is not an easy A, you have to study outside of class and really work hard! Don't skip class, everything that she covers in class will help on the test! She's honestly one of the best professors I've had.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BIO239
Grade: B
Jul 5, 2019
Would take again

Professor sanchez was amazing. Her exams are based off the lecture notes. If you don't go to class you will fail. You need to study for this class

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
BIO239
Grade: A
Jul 31, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Sanchez is sweet & caring, but her teaching style is awful. We were behind the whole semester because she goes off on tangents/ spends way too long explaining something that isn't even on the test. Record her if you can, her lectures are often just phrases that need more explanation to answer her test questions. She cares, but not worth it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
Caring
5.0
4.0
BIO249
Aug 27, 2019
Would take again

She is amazing, patient, and enthusiastic. It's not an easy class, you need to study and work for your grade. Book not required but recommend for studying. Do the extra credit and go to her office hours because she explains things more clearly and in detail if you weren't able to understand during lecture, and she doesn't make you feel dumb.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
4.0
3.0
BIO239
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 17, 2019
Would take again

She is honestly one of the most sweetest people youd ever meet. She makes stuff easier if you go to her office hours which I HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Do the extra credit it theyre worth it and do stay on task. Lecture exams based on notes!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
BIO239
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 14, 2020
Would take again

Amazing professor! Class is not easy as you have to work hard for it. But on the other hand, Sanchez is willing to help her students out, dont be shy. She is extremely straight forward during her office hours. She offers EC assignments so DO take advantage of those. Other than that, I recommend taking Sanchez !

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
2.0
3.0
BIO249
May 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She's very caring, nice, and sweet but tends to get carried away during lecture. She's passionate with her knowledge and her work but sometimes, students just really need to know what they need to know without the extra fluff. She writes her own exams for lecture and lab which would be ok if questions were phrased clearly and correctly.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIO239
Grade: A
Jun 12, 2020
Would take again

Professor Sanchez was honestly great. She really cares for her students success and wants you to pass. I highly encourage to reach out to her if you have any questions or lost in a particular part because she is willing to help.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BIOL249
Grade: A+
Nov 28, 2020
Would take again

The best professor I've ever had. She is caring. she really makes sure you understand the lecture. Exams are based on her classes. She gives a lot of extracredit. Very patient to explain.

Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
3.0
4.0
BIOL249
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Taking her online class was stressful. Her tests and quizzes are timed. You cannot go back and check your answers once you click to the next question. Labs were synchronous, so you MUST attend those. Lecture videos are posted for you. 4 lecture exams. 3 lab practicums. Bunch of quizzes. 1 group project. Nice professor. Study and prepare! Good luck!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIOL249
Grade: B
Jan 13, 2021
Would take again

Loved her class. Shes very patient and willing to help you understand the concepts. Exams were a bit stressful. Take advantage of EC opportunities.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
3.0
BIOL249
Grade: A
Mar 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Average professor. Not a fan of her teaching style but I adapted. Her tests were average; not too hard not too easy. Beyond that, I really did NOT like the way she interacted with students. She is so mean and for what? She talks to students very condescendingly... I've had much more challenging professors that were still so much nicer. Geez.

1.0
5.0
BIO249
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Mar 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Avoid this professor like the plague!. Heavy biochem focus. She is not accessible outside of class. Had to drop because was recurring too much! Does not provide enough study material. Always making small mistakes. The exam and quiz are not visible so you are not sure what you need to focus on. Can't change your answers. Half the class does poorly

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO249
Grade: C+
Mar 19, 2021
Would take again

Just awful. So disappointed with the way she structure her class. Makes everything much difficult then how it should be. I have taken harder course but her disorganization is ridiculous. I took her last semester and very few student passed the course. No extra credit and no sympathy for students. Avoid if possible

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
2.0
5.0
BIO239
Apr 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She's a caring teacher, but pretty disorganized, and she doesn't teach her subject very clearly. It's difficult to understand her because of a thick accent too. There's sometimes misspelling and incorrect grammar on exams/quizzes, making it hard to tell what she's trying to ask. Her lectures are difficult to understand. Take someone else.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
Caring
1.0
4.0
BIOL249
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Smart, but bot good teacher. Is rude when students get answer wrong, yet gets mad when no one answers. Information taught is too simple compared to exams. Exams can be very opinion based rather than facts. Do not take this class! Many students in my class were retaking it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
BIO249
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 30, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Wish I could give a 0, by far the WORST class I have ever taken. She is NOT accessible outside of class and will leave you on read for days and sometimes NEVER respond. Her notes are pure chicken scratch completely ILLEGIBLE. Zoom meetings are so unorganized, the class is very chem heavy. Will take off micro points on assignments for no reason.

Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
4.0
BIOL249
Grade: A-
May 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Her tests and quiz questions can be unclear or tricky at times. Her lectures and labs are long so don't procrastinate to study and make sure to write everything down! She'll say something isn't important, then put it on the test. It's a lot of information, but that is expected for physiology. She's not the best at explaining but gets the job done.

Lecture heavy
Tough grader
4.0
2.0
BIO239
Grade: A
May 22, 2021
Would take again

I have taken anatomy at a different community college and decided to try Professor Sanchez out this semester at Santiago. I LOVE her. She is by far the most motivating professors I have had for a science class. To be completely transparent she is disorganized and anatomy is tough. Show up and actually study and you will do fine. Go to the tutoring.

Participation matters
Inspirational
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BIOL239
Grade: A
Jun 2, 2021
Would take again

Sweet, personal, hilarious. Responds quickly on pronto. Asked her for mock practicums and exam reviews, which she went out of her way and did for us in her own personal time; literally gave us exam questions! Go to office hours to review quizzes and ask questions. Get ready to work hard; Anatomy is tough. Study the slides before lecture. Go to SI!!

Accessible outside class
Test heavy
Caring
1.0
5.0
BIO200
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jun 16, 2021
Wouldn't take again

She was rude to students who would get the answer wrong but then get upset when students did not answer her questions. Tests were not at all related to the lecture and if it was it would be something she mentioned once. Her tests were so difficult even if you study the results may not be what you hoped for. You can not skip questions on the test.

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIO249
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 8, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Unfortunately, prof. Sanchez is the worst BIO teacher I have had. No guidance in her work, not respectful when questions arise, she is not thorough in her teachings, basically you'll be teaching yourself. She makes attendance mandatory through zoom and talks the whole time leaving the class confused and spent. I would NOT recommend taking her class

Test heavy
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BIO249
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 21, 2021
Wouldn't take again

One of the worst professors Ive had in college so far. Her lab meetings seem to be all over the place, once talked too much for us to even finish the last couple activities. Docks points for the smallest things. Very disorganized, seems like you're teaching yourself. Avoid.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Lecture heavy
5.0
5.0
BIOL249
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2021
Would take again

She is a really great professor!!! Lectures and the lab book are where the content is, didn't really use textbook. YOU HAVE to put in the work. She likes to see her students trying, she knows its a touch subject. Talk to her, build a relationship, STUDY and make an effort, you'll do fine. She is a little messy but it's workable.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO239
Grade: B
Dec 14, 2021
Would take again

She is the best professor ever. If you need to take a bio class, please take her. she will do anything to make you pass the class. She gives a lot of extra credits but pays attention to the little details she says in her lecture.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
BIO239
Grade: A
May 24, 2022

She is a very disorganized teacher especially through zoom. She will make you turn your camera on. One class she gave students who had their cameras on extra points. Her quizzes are difficult, you can't review what you got wrong so you can't improve in your weak spots. Her quizzes also have a lot grammar and spelling mistakes, making it harder.

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BIOL239
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2022
Would take again

Was nervous about taking anatomy over summer due to the reviews, but she is really good! Easy A tbh if you work 4 it. Lectures are good, and lab she is amazing. She actually teaches. Honestly, any Bio class is a lot, but if you study her study guides, easy A. I'm taking her for physiology for Fall.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO239
Grade: A
Jul 14, 2022
Would take again

People leaving bad reviews here should take anatomy/physiology at SAC and see if they have a change of heart. Sanchez is amazing, she actually teaches you in lab!! And, she has pre-recorded lectures so you can go back and listen to those. She literally tells us what's on the test and SHE LETS US USE A CHEAT SHEET as a reference for lecture exams!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
BIO239
Jul 21, 2022
Would take again

Professor Sanchez is a great professor. She cares for all her students and wants everyone to succeed. If possible, try to take her class face-to-face and not online (it's tough to pay attention to her lectures online). Tests are manageable as she posts a study guide. If you put in the effort, this class isn't hard.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIOL239
Grade: B
Aug 4, 2022
Would take again

Just finished 8-weeks of anatomy over summer and I'm glad that I took Sanchez. 4 lecture exams and 4 lab exams. Any bio class at the 200+ level is hard, so be prepared to work. If you have taken Prof. Lui for 211, then the level of expectation is no different. Prof Sanchez cares a lot about us succeeding, such an amazing human being!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Online Savvy
5.0
5.0
BIO239
Nov 7, 2022
Would take again

She is the best biology professor I have had so far. She actually teaches and knows what she is doing. She put in the effort to make her own PowerPoint, and exam questions are based on the lecture PowerPoint. You will get an A if you study and follow her lecture. Any biology courses are tough, to begin with. I was grateful to be her student.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
BIO249
Nov 7, 2022
Would take again

She changed my perspective on biology. She makes the topic interesting, knows what she is doing, and is very knowledgeable. Her grading criteria are clear and straightforward. She is generous and flexible. I don't see why some people say that she is not reachable. But she is reachable and her office hours are consistent, and she is always there.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO239
Nov 7, 2022
Would take again

She is the best biology professor I have ever had. She is caring and flexible. She is knowledgeable and knows what she is doing. She is funny and makes lectures interesting. She is very open and friendly. She gives many extra credit opportunities. You will get an A if you focus on her PowerPoint and lectures.

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO249
Grade: B+
Nov 8, 2022
Would take again

I'm taking Sanchez for Phys, and no regrets. It's a tough class, lots of info to know, but she walks you through everything - lecture and labs. You can use a "cheat sheet" on tests, and lectures are pre-recorded to review before exams. I really enjoyed her class and I recommend, she will prep you for ADN/BSN, PA, & MD/DO programs. Sanchez cares!!

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
5.0
3.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Nov 15, 2022
Would take again

There is a lot to know for this class, specially for those of us going into the health professions. Prof. Sanchez does an amazing job at supporting us and helping us get through this pre-req. May the universe always send good blessings to this wonderful human being! Take her, it is a lot of work, but she is there to help you succeed 4 Anat & Phys.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BIO249
Grade: B
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

I enjoyed my time with Sanchez. Best professor for 239 and 249. I wish she taught more classes like human genetics. She really does care about our success as students. Look, these classes are tough. It is a lot of material but Sanchez is an amazing instructor. Put in the work to study and you will do great. Thanks for being amazing, Sanchez!

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIOL239
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

Best professor for Anatomy!! Honestly, she walks us through labs. All of her lectures are recoded too in case you need to rewatch anything. She posts study guides as well. Sanchez goes above and beyond and you learn. It is a lot of info, but you got to study to be successful. I will take her 249 (physiology) class in the spring.

Hilarious
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
BIO239
Grade: B
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

I agree with all the good reviews on here. Sanchez is one of the best. I was nervous about taking her class bc of the bad reviews but I think they are just lazy and bad students. It's a lot of info but Sanchez helps us understand the basics so we are successful in our nursing/PA/MD or DO programs. Study for lab exams 2 &3 - they're the hardest.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

One of my favorite classes this semester bc of Sanchez. She teaches you what you need to know both in lecture and lab. Study guides are provided for exams. Honestly, the only way to fail her class is to not try. Lab exam 2 and lecture exam 3 are the hardest, so study for those. I am so happy I met her! Take her, you wont regret it for 239 + 249

EXTRA CREDIT
Caring
Online Savvy
5.0
1.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

Sanchez is an amazing human being! I enjoyed every moment of lecture and class with her. I wish she taught other classes like microbiology, cell and molecular biology, or genetics. She really is awesome. Honestly, she has a mother-like presence that is very comforting - she wants you to be successful and provides you with guidance. She is a QUEEN!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

Fellow nursing students --- take her! You will learn a lot. I'm applying to nursing programs and she wrote me a letter of recommendation. She wants to see you be successful!! TAKE HER FOR 239 (ANATOMY) and 249 (PHYSIOLOGY)!!! STUDY FOR LABS. DO THE STUDY GUIDES SHE POSTS. TALK TO HER!!!!! May the universe bless this wonderful human being!!!!

5.0
2.0
BIOL249
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

Prof. Sanchez ROCKS!! Go to class, go to all labs, do her study guides, and review her lectures online if you need too. Some of the lab practicums are hard, specially practicum 2. However, if you study, you will do good. She is there to help, took her for both anatomy and physiology.

Inspirational
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BIOL239
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2022
Would take again

This class is like drinking water from a fire hydrant, it is a lot of information but Sanchez makes it doable. The people who complain are bad students. Take Sanchez, you won't regret it.

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
BIO249
Grade: B
Jan 6, 2023
Would take again

Professor Sanchez is truly the best! Attendance is mandatory specially for labs. She has lectures already pre-recorded but it is definitely best to get them live. She truly cares for her students and wants them to succeed.

EXTRA CREDIT
Accessible outside class
5.0
1.0
BIO249
Grade: B
Jan 9, 2023
Would take again

I agree with the positive comments and disagree with the negative ones. Lecture is straightforward. For lab, people don't come in prepared so they don't know what they're doing and do the lab wrong. She does yell but it's funny and not personal. I never took it personally and I got yelled at for messing up on several labs. Shes great, take her!! :)

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Jan 9, 2023
Would take again

I had a great time with Sanchez. Took her for 239 and 249! Do what she tells you. Listen to her. Show up to every lab. Participate... even if you have to fake it. The people leaving negative comments is bc they were on their phone and did not help their lab partners. Study for lab test 2 and 3, hardest ones. Happy studying!!!

5.0
1.0
BIO249
Grade: B
Jan 9, 2023
Would take again

This lady seriously wants you to be successful. YOU need to put in the work. There is a lot of info in this class but Sanchez teaches it right! I wish she taught more Bio classes. She grades everything on time too, you know what your grade is. Lectures are posted online to be re-viewed during studying. Take her and talk to her.

Hilarious
Caring
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
BIO239
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Apr 12, 2023

Very moody person, posts availability but often off socializing instead. Pointed out material on tests did not match lectures, slides, nor videos. She confessed to Googling ideas for her tests. Day after drop option closed, her style changed. She started harassing students in class, put students down who asked questions for clarification purposes.

Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
1.0
BIOL239
Grade: B+
Apr 27, 2023
Would take again

I took both Anatomy (239) and Physiology (249) with Sanchez. She is the best! It is a lot of info, but if you put in the work you will do great. Thanks to Sanchez, I got into CSULA for nursing! Sanchez wants the best for us! So lucky to have her as faculty at SCC.

Inspirational
Caring
Online Savvy
5.0
2.0
BIO239
Grade: A
Jul 3, 2023
Would take again

AMAZING! She wants you to succeed. You have to study for this class, no way around it. Provides you with so many resources. Repetition is key. Sit in the front for lab. Participate, go to office hours, ask questions, and watch her pre-recorded lectures on Canvas that's what helped me! Don't wait to start studying, start right away.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
4.0
BIO239
Grade: A
Aug 4, 2023
Would take again

Took her anatomy summer course and everything is organized and structured well. She knows her physiology and anatomy to heart and able to explain it really well. She will prepare you for physiology and further down the road as she builds your foundation not based on memorization but actually learning the material. Dedicate time to study for an A.

Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
2.0
3.0
BIO239
Grade: A
Nov 6, 2023

Disorganized and constantly behind, you will have to self study most, if not all, the material to succeed. Professor is nice and willing to help if you seek it, but the course was a mess. Cheat sheets and generous curves are what kept the class afloat. Meaning that if you are a proactive and get ahead, you can have a nice advantage.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BIO239
Grade: A
Nov 14, 2023
Would take again

The course bio 239 is a very difficult course. With what seems like an 85%+ dropout rate, it is not because of the professor. She is very caring and truly wants the best for every student. Prof. Sanchez offers office hours where she can answer any questions a student has and will help you study more efficiently for practicums/exams. 10/10 recommend

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
3.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2023
Would take again

You must put in the work and dedicate time outside of class. A lot of material, but she makes it easy to understand. There are 3 practicums, 4 exams, not a cumulative final exam, & quizzes weekly. She has office hours, study guides, & pre-recorded lectures. Go to the STAR Center, they have practice exams and study guides for both lecture and lab.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
BIO249
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2023
Would take again

I will say there are a lot of people who drop this class, but it's only because they don't realize that this class takes a lot of time and dedication. It's not a GE class that you'll get an A by studying last minute. Take advantage of her pre-recorded lectures, all of her EC opportunities, & office hours. Don't wait to study or ask for help :)

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
BIO249
Grade: C+
May 6, 2024

Worst teacher I have ever had bar none

Tough grader
Inspirational
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BIO249
Grade: B
May 6, 2024

Horrible experience, she was far from understanding, missed class leaving us behind and does not aid us in any way to make up for her absence.

Test heavy
5.0
5.0
BIOL249
Grade: A+
May 29, 2024
Would take again

amazing and cares for her students. Come to class, study and ask questions she works with you to help you succeed. Physiology is not an easy class and is a lot of material, but she has YouTube videos with all the lectures. If you are planning to go into nursing her class is your guide to the TEAS & NCLEX

Tough grader
Participation matters
Test heavy
5.0
4.0
BIO249
Grade: A+
Jun 8, 2024
Would take again

Sanchez is one of the best professors I've had (A & P). Class is structured well. Attendance isn't mandatory for lecture but she does offer EC here and there. If you've taken General Human Physio college class, you know the class is dense and memorization is not only needed but understanding the concepts. You need to study and grind to get an A.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
5.0
BIO249
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 16, 2024

Absolutely horrible. Do not take her. Nice lady, but not a good teacher. Took her class a few years back and I dropped, decided to give it another shot and I regret it. She makes her lectures way more complicated than they need to be. Do yourself the favor and avoid at all cost!

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Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BIOL249
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 7, 2024

I had to drop this class, she kept saying we were behind despite her creating the schedule. She made lectures incredibly hard to understand and expected you to already understand everything before the lecture. I watched her online lectures, took tons of notes, made flashcards, used the bone boxes, and still had to drop. Do not recommend it.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIO239
Grade: B-
Feb 10, 2025
Would take again

Professor Sanchez is a very caring teacher who genuinely wants you to pass her class. Her exams are always something she talked about and nothing she didn't teach, very straightforward. Not a difficult class if you put in the work.

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
BIO239
Grade: B
Jun 4, 2025
Would take again

professor Sanchez provided a great environment for growth. anatomy is a very tough class but she makes the load easier. as long as you are putting in effort by attending class and taking time outside of class to study you will do great. I would also utilize the stem success center as they are great for tutoring.

Inspirational
Caring
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BIOL249
Grade: C
Jun 16, 2025
Would take again

I took her 3 times—twice for anatomy (failed once, passed the second), and then for physiology. This class is hard. You have to study and really focus on the lectures. DO ALL EXTRA CREDIT—it helps! GO TO OFFICE HOURS. She wants you to pass. From a C student who struggled: don't make this harder than it already is! Lecture has cheat sheet and lab no

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Accessible outside class
4.0
3.0
BIO239
Grade: A+
Jun 17, 2025
Would take again

I only had prof Sanchez for lecture; our class was split between her and another professor. She pre-records lectures so you can listen and watch those on your own. I found this really helpful on top of lecture. She offers a bit of extra credit. Her standards are high but she really wants to help you succeed. I would take her class again.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BIO239
Grade: A+
Jun 21, 2025
Would take again

Professor Sanchez is one of the most accommodating instructors I've had. She gives several extra credit opportunities to make up for points lost on exams and lab quizzes and is a very forgiving grader when it comes to lab practicals. Always participate in lecture and lab (go up to the board and try, no matter how much or little you remember!).

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Test heavy
3.0
3.0
BIO149
Oct 28, 2025
Would take again

Professor Sanchez provides very good slides and lectures. The class is hard and the subject is hard. She does her best to make it easy for you. The only thing that was frustrating is that she gives in person exams for a hybrid class, it wasted a lot of the lab time. Overall, she's a great professor who cares for her students!

5.0
3.0
BIO239
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 26, 2025
Would take again

This class is really difficult overall, regardless of the Professor. But she was amazing, you can tell she really cares and wants you to get a good grade. She is very willing to work with you if you're struggling and is, overall, a really good professor.

Respected
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
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