Gene Dorsa - Evergreen Valley College

Professor: Gene Dorsa

Department: TBD

College: Evergreen Valley College

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I took his class in spring 2020 and he was seriously one of the best professors I've ever had. He doesn't just read off the textbooks like some professors and lectures well-explained. A lot of studying but he tells you exactly what's going to be on the tests/quizzes. Almost every student stayed in his class and passed with a good grade.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HUMANBIO020
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dorsa is my favorite professor at EVC. His lectures are so engaging and fun! In order to get a good grade you must put in the work by studying and reviewing lectures. Everything that is on the tests he covers very well in class. The weekly quizzes really help you prepare for the exams. Also make friends in lab so you can help each other out.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: BIO20
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I really enjoyed this course! Although it was a lot of studying and you had to put in the work, Dorsa was always supportive and will try his best to help you get on the road to success. For the Spring 2020 sem, we had a 95% retention rate! (students who stayed). Dorsa will teach you the importance of double-highlighting and creating diagrams. :)

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BIO61
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Really enjoyed taking BIO61 this semester. Kind of sad we went online though bc of covid. However homework was pretty easy but tests and quizzes were hard if you don't study! Always attend lecture and partner up during lab. It will help a lot, trust me. Also you only need the lab manual and not the textbook. (He provides lecture guides instead)

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: BIO20
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took Mr. Dorsa for Sp '20. Amazing professor. Lectures/assignments are focused around the material he wants you to learn. Gives you tips on what to study and is available by email (since covid-19). Class and labs are fun, get ready to partner up in lab, this is helpful tho! Put in the effort and you'll pass. SSA- you'll learn what this means ).

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BIO20
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Dorsa is so amazing! I would take his class again. The subject is pretty hard, but he is very nice and easy going if you need more help. He really cares about his classes. Lab wasn't too hard, just study for tests as much as possible. Quizlet really helped me

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dorsa is my favorite professor! You can tell how much he loves teaching and how much he cares for his students. Dorsa has made a huge impact on my decision to finalizing my switch to a science major. He is very responsive to emails, helps out and continuously checks up on you, and makes lectures fun. I highly recommend taking him!

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BIO20
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Hes super nice and you will have fun in his class. U only need the wrkbk but not the textbook. class is very quiz and test heavy. Theres a quiz every week, make sure you study Bc it is oral. He doesnt have a lot of multiple choice tests, but if you do all the extra credit he gives, and youll be fine. All the hw he gives out is on quizlet.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dorsa is probably my fav teacher at EVC so far. He gives you all the info you need to be successful in his class, its up to you to remember it all. Hes very understanding and keep lectures interesting, and labs are fun and I was usually done an hour early. Hes a great teacher and I highly recommend. If you put in the work, youll pass with ease.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best professor I've had but also the hardest class of my life. Its a lot of hard work but engaging and possible to push through, I did. Weekly quizzes keep you on top. pay attention to lectures! They're what you need to study for the quizzes/tests. Generous with extra credit! Responds to emails! I promise you won't regret taking his class. STUDY!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: BIO20
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I came into this class knowing nothing, but came out with my brain full of knowledge on genetics, bones, skins, and etc... His love for teaching and engaging with students made the learning fun. If you put in the work to listen to the lectures and study, then itll be a breeze.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BIO21
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Dorsa was one of my favorite professors at Evergreen, he really wants you to succeed in class. He supplies you with the necessary tools but you also have to work for it. I would take his class again if I could but I transferred already. If he reads this then hopefully he remembers the punnet squares and HOW UNNECESSARY THEY WERE (kidding Dorsa)

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Pt 2: The lectures will keep you interested and busy the entire duration of the class. Many visuals are provided to help with memorizing and being prepared for tests. This class requires effort (worth it) but I would take this class any day rather than taking a class with any of the other traditional biology professors. Mr. D is very passionate.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Pt 1: Mr. Dorsa was a phenomenal instructor! He is very caring and does his best to help his students pass the class. There are weekly quizzes which help you stay on top of the material so when the midterm/final comes along we are better prepared. He gives quiz tips+extra credit and he will give you the point if he sees youre on the right track

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BIO20
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Dorsa is an amazing teacher, he is very caring of his students and he is very clear on how to pass the class, he is a very fun instructor. Very enjoyable class and make sure to study and put in effort to pass.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Proferssor Dorsa is a great teacher, he is someone who was made to teach. Even though this class was tough and you DEFINITELY need to study it was still one of the best classes i've taken. Take him, you wont regret it!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dorsa is literally the best teacher at EVC. Ive never had a teacher that cared so much about their students and their education. Upon taking his class, I HATED biology and now I wouldn't say I love it but I learned so much and appreciate all the time he puts in in helping his students. I would take his class again in a heart beat. Ily Dorsa!!!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He is the most easy teacher you can find. not only was the class interesting I actually learned about the Human body. you will leaves class with a very excellent understanding of the material and he is very easy all you have to do is show up. he makes things interesting. you would definitely love the course. you can email him whenever.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He is seriously the best bio teacher ever! He is very kind, funny, and helpful. If you study and do the little bit of hw he gives you will be fine. He will tell you what will be in the quizzes and the test during lecture and will send quiz tips through the email. He reallly cares for his students and you will definitely learn.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BIO020
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Mr. Dorsa is such a wonderful biology teacher! I learned so much from his lecture and he is so helpful. At the end of each lectures he will email you with updates and he tells you want you need to study for! He is a wonderful teacher and I would recommend him to whoever is taking Biology!