Albey Reiner - University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA

Professor: Albey Reiner

Department: Biology

College: University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MBIO160
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

The Molecular Biology of Cancer and aids was the best course I ever took. Thank you UMASS!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MBIO160
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Even as a business major ('86), I suspected this would be the most important class I took at UMass. As the years and life roll on, that has become more clear. I strongly recommend it for anyone seeking an understanding... of just about anything.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MICBIO131
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

I took this class in 1987-ish, and found it to be one of the most transformational experiences I ever had. Reiner's inclusion of alternative medicine, spiritual inspiration and therapies, amazing guest speakers, and humor all truly engaged us, and his open-mindedness made him a role model that few compare to. I got so much from this class!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: CANCERANDAIDS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Like many others, and even more who will never look at this rating, Albey's class continues to teach. A true master. Thank you!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MICROBIO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I took Albey's class in '86. Then a Business Major, now with an MBA from the Univ of Chicago--yet, Bio of Cancer and Aids (back in the AZT trial days, no less) is the one class with the most lasting, profound impact. I've bought 'We the Victors' out of print, and contemplate the power of the mind and spirit with far more than the CAPM. Thank you!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BIO160
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Almost 20 years after taking his course it's one of the ones I remember the most.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MICBIO167
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Albey Reiner is the man, take his course if he's still teaching it, you'll learn volumes from his brilliance, compassion, humor and intellect. His is a class worth taking.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: CANCERANDAIDS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

One of my favorite classes so far. I recommend it for everyone.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MICROBIOCANCER
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This was one of my all time favorite classes at UMASS.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: CANCERAMPAIDS
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Phenomenal teacher. He is EXTREMELY educated and intelligent, he is a wealth of knowledge. He's a great professor and his class teaches you so much.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CANCERANDAIDS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

What a fantastic class relevant to anyone who lives in any society! Alby is an enthusatic, knowledgeable, talented professor who demands students attend classes and study. If you don't take this class you are selling yourself short.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: CANCERANDAIDS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The best and most passionate professor I ever had. I did not think it was as hard as everyone said and I got an A!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: CANCERANDAIDS
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Awesome teacher but it's a hard class..be prepared to work hard, but it's worth it!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MICROBIO160
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This was the best class i have taken here. Very interesting, I didnt find the tests to be too hard if you studied and went to class

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MICROBIO160
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Every student should take this class, especially if cancer runs in your family. Dr. Reiner may be hard, but what he teaches you may possibly save your life. Do the work, and the results may be more than a good grade.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MICROBIO160
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

So hard, yet so interesting. Don't sign up, just go to the lectures on your own so that you don't have to take the tests. Seriously, it's that interesting.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MICROBIO160
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

This is the best class I've ever taken. If you attend every class, study the material YOU WILL PASS. It's a simple formula, folks. I am not even a biology or science-related major! Anyone who says this class sucks clearly doesn't even deserve to be at UMass. Transfer to Bridgewater!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MICROBIO160
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

GREAT CLASS...tests are unbelieably hard (I am an A student) but if you go to class and prepare ahead of time you should do fine...Also I think he scaled the final grades and optional final. MUST TAKE if you go here.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MICROBIO160
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This was a great class, the material was very interesting, and Professor Reiner did a great job of presenting it in lectures. The tests are difficult, and you need to attend class to do well, however study sessions are held before each exam which are very helpful, I would highly reccomend attending.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MICROBIO
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

MicroBio of Cancer and Aids. People told me not to take the class because it was hard, but it seemed interesting so I took it. Good class, but tests are so hard and almost impossible to pass Only 3 test with no extra credit. There is a final which is optional.I am an A student and I failed the class