Neema Nourian - Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH

Professor: Neema Nourian

Department: Biology

College: Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BIO220
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Hard class and he teaches very fast. He is very smart (and cute) but tests are worded in a way that is hard to understand. Be ready to study basically all semester. Get your noose ready, donate your going out clothes, and say goodbye to any relationships you have!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: BIOL200
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Neema is so cute and funny! You can tell he loves what he teaches - he basically memorized his lectures. The class is pretty simple. Straight-forward lectures and a quiz after each chapter. Tests are hard but if you take the time to study you'll do fine. He is very available to help and answers emails quickly. I'll miss him next year!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: BIO161
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He's great! you should take him if possible. This is a hard course so choosing the right teacher is important unless you want to be weeded out

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BIOLAB162
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Lots of material. Look over your notes, even if you think you know it, look again. Go to the lab to practice in your spare time. Familiarize yourself with the equipment. Don't skip, it's hard to regain your place.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: BIO161
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Neema is a nice guy, but his teaching style was difficult for me. I need time to write down the lectures and the information is never on the power points. You take his quizzes immediately after learning the information, therefore, you have no time to study. If you do well in this sort of style you will do well, but some students need structure.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BIO161
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Neema is very down-to-earth and kind, students like him, but his class is not an easy A. Take really good notes on his lectures and take pictures of the diagrams on powerpoint slides because they are often on tests. Also, pay attention in class because there are daily quizzes. He never checks to see if you fill out the lab manuel. Good guy overall.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BIO161
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Neema is the absolute best! I learned more from him than I ever did during lecture. He is laid back and has a good sense of humor. Tests and quizzes are hard though and there is a quiz during every class. Amazing teacher, highly recommend.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BIO163
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I would recommend taking Neema for Bio 163. He has a great personality, and his lectures are very informative. Neema wants everyone to succeed and will do his best to make sure that everyone understands. Always comes to class in a positive mood and really makes lab fun!

Rating # 9

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Neema is an excellent teacher he is very nice and approachable and is always willing to help. Really knows what he is talking about and has a clear passion for what he teaches. He explains everything clearly and gives amazing notes! He is very involved with the students in lab. Take him and you will do great!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: GENBIO2
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Neema is an excellent professor, highly recommend. Very clear and organized in class. Tests are fairly difficult. Would highly recommend! Best lab professor by far.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: CHEM111
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Neema is a really good teacher. He stays straight to the point with what you need to know. He does throw some curve balls occasionally In the tests. He is extremely intelligent and very interesting. I know his major wasn't philosophy but I think he would do wonderful teaching it and it may possibly interest him more than chemistry.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIO165
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Neema is a good teacher. General Bio lab 2 is just very challenging. Lots of memorization, no matter the teacher it will be a challenge. Neema is very supportive however and if you have issues go and see him

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: LAB2012
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Interesting subject matter made boring. He's pretty low-key and makes you question if he's interested. If that's your style, go for it. If not, beware.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BIO161
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Had Neema for bio lab. He was awesome and so much fun! He is very willing to help if you have questions about anything. He did powerpoints before every class; they were boring but helpful for preparing for tests. Quizzes every class but they were easy if you read the lab chapter.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: LAB100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Neema is very clear. He does not make us do the stupid experiments. He is fun and I would take all of his classes if I could

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BIOL231
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Genetics Lab is a hard class. Exams are very hard but doable. Keep on asking questions, and keep on top of the weekly procedures. Pace yourself. Sometimes unorganized course. Good luck. Neema is a great professor no matter what class you take.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BIO220
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Genetics lab is a hard, unclear class to begin with so you can't blame neema for things being unclear. However neema is very understanding, willing to help, and will guide you through a lot of the hard work that comes with this class

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BIOL161
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Neema was great! At first I wasn't sure whether I would like the class but Neema really makes the class fun. Compared with all the other lab teachers Neema is the best!! You have to work hard but I would strongly recommend him! = )

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: LAB162
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Neema is awesome! He's the nicest professor I have. He clarifies things so well and makes the class interesting. If you can't do the dissection by yourself, he'll let you pair up. The tests are fairly hard, but he is awesome about giving partial credit. Expect pop quizzes; they aren't hard. Recommend strongly!!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BIOL161
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Great teacher. Very clear. Would highly recommend him.