Seminar for first year pre-biology students. Focus is on developing scientific study skills and fostering the confidence and motivation involved in higher cognitive learning. Students engage in peer mentoring activities, problem-solving exercises and relevant discussion promoting academic success.

Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in Chemistry 1A or Chemistry 2A.

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Units

Pass no pass

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

New freshmen only

Level Limit

Letters and science

College
These majors only prbio
Shay Hopkins
4.6
4 reviews
Anna James
4.9
28 reviews
Fall 2025 . James A K
ILP 2207
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09:00 AM - 09:50 AM
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ILP 2209
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
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EEMB11 . 5 Months Ago

Very helpful class, recommend taking if a bio major.

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EEMB11 . 1 Year, 3 Months Ago

Caring, Funny, Accessible through email and Office Hour, Deeply wants you to succeed, Cares for the wellbeing and success of the students, Light workload. Wish all professors were like her.

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ENVS111GEO149 . 5 Years Ago

So kind and values learning over testing. Went over topics again she thought we didn't fully understand. Offers ways to makeup missed exam questions. Super kind, office hours are unique and have a lot of learning activities. Highlights varied speakers who give info about getting into their various careers/fields. Really cares about her students

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EEMB2 . 22 Days Ago

quarter not even over, i just wanna say anna james is the goat

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EEMB3 . 9 Months Ago

James is the goat. Small EEMB3 with James is WAY easier than big. Lectures are participation heavy, but it's worth it. Her lectures are interesting, and her exams are based exactly on what you talk about. Also take this class if you're also taking ochem, because it'll give you more time to study that. James is also easily accessible outside class.

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EEMB13 . 9 Months Ago

Such an amazing professor and person all around, she cares so much for her students. This class helped me so much in guiding me as a biology major this first year, and Anna could not have been more supportive in that journey. No homework, and even got donuts at the end of the quarter! Could not recommend more to any first year bio student.

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