The best aspects of this class were that the course load was relatively light and the reduced pressure of grading made the course much more enjoyable throughout. Students enjoyed the ability to pick their 31 own presentation topics. The worst aspect was that the style of the course couldn’t help but be somewhat bland. Suggestions for improvement were to have more lecturers that engaged the class. Students also suggested having more concise guidelines on what was expected for presentations. Prospective students should know that this course has an easy workload with very few assignments.

Students praised this course for covering many interesting aspects of human genetics, evolution and disease. Perceived issues with the course included a belief from multiple students that lectures could be dry and boring. Suggestions for improvement included a general desire by multiple students that the course better use technology such as the instructor using a microphone. Students also expressed a desire that the course be more engaging. Prospective students should know that students found that a background in biology or genetics was necessary for success in the course.