Current instructor

Shelby O'Connor

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Raw average: 5.00/5 from 1 quality ratings. The adjusted rating blends this with the UW review average (3.66/5), weighted as 20 additional ratings. Smaller samples stay closer to that average. Each captured review is counted once in the prior; this does not correct who chooses to leave a review.

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What students say

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BIOCORE 383
Quality 5/5Difficulty 3/5
Shelby's lectures were always very interesting and engaging to go to, very informative as well. Clicker questions are helpful. Adaptation of BIOCORE383 to online/COVID19 was smooth thanks to her professionalism & willingness to address … Read full reviewShow less
Shelby's lectures were always very interesting and engaging to go to, very informative as well. Clicker questions are helpful. Adaptation of BIOCORE383 to online/COVID19 was smooth thanks to her professionalism & willingness to address student concerns and her commitment to ensuring continuity despite the awfulness of virtual learning in general.
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Classes with Shelby O'Connor

BIOCORE 383

Cellular Biology

3 credits

An intermediate-level course on the cellular and molecular basis of life, covering cell structure, energy flow, and the regulation of genetic information.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

Past student reviews · Shelby O'Connor

Shelby O'Connor delivered engaging and informative lectures that students found interesting to attend. Her use of clicker questions was considered helpful, and her professional approach facilitated a smooth transition to online learning during the pandemic.

Jeff HardinShelby O'Connor+1 more

historical GPA · grades

Spring 2023–Spring 2026
PATH 399

Independent Study

1–4 credits

Independent Study offers directed projects for freshmen and sophomores, focusing on applying coursework to real life, searching scientific literature, and developing critical thinking.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

David O'ConnorShelby O'Connor+11 more

No recorded grade history

PATH 501

Topics in Environmental Viral Pathogen Surveillance

3 credits

Explores environmental viral pathogen surveillance methods, molecular genetics, genomics, and sequencing technologies for public health and pandemic preparedness.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

Shelby O'ConnorHeidi Horn

historical GPA · grades

Spring 2026–Spring 2026 · limited sample
PATH 699

Independent Study

1–4 credits

Independent Study is a directed project course for juniors and seniors that applies coursework concepts to real-life situations while developing literature search and critical thinking skills.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

David O'ConnorShelby O'Connor+15 more

historical GPA · grades

Fall 2025–Spring 2026 · limited sample
PATH 990

Research

1–8 credits

Advanced pathology research for graduate and medical students, supervised by a senior staff member, covering general principles in pathology and laboratory medicine.

Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources

Matt ReynoldsJenny Gumperz+53 more

No recorded grade history

Recorded teaching history

Distinct courses recorded per term

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TermCourseTitle
Spring 2027BIOCORE 383Cellular Biology
Spring 2027PATH 399Independent Study
Spring 2027PATH 501Topics in Environmental Viral Pathogen Surveillance
Spring 2027PATH 699Independent Study
Spring 2027PATH 990Research
Spring 2027ZOOLOGY 698Directed Study
Fall 2026MOLBIOL 699Directed Studies in Molecular Biology
Fall 2026PATH 990Research
Fall 2026ZOOLOGY 698Directed Study

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