What People Are Saying

"Dr. Dowd was a very clear and engaging instructor. She was able to make the complicated topics in organic chemistry easy to understand and gave me the tools to problem-solve effectively."

— Caroline

“I can honestly say that my favorite class throughout my college career was Organic Chemistry 2, and a large reason for that was because of Dr. Dowd’s teaching style. Dr. Dowd is an amazing communicator; she clearly and effectively explains the material, answers any questions, actively reinforces previous concepts, and provides additional support/resources to her students whenever they need it.”

— Olivia

“ Dr. Dowd has helped me through organic through very clear guidance and explanation. Dr. Dowd has a way of breaking down the material and explaining difficult to understand topics that really change the game. Her lectures were not to be missed because there were so many valuable problem solving techniques and theory explanations that made organic chemistry more understandable! My experience was invaluable and I grew to learn and love organic chemistry!”

— Devi

“Dr. Cynthia Dowd convinced me to give it another shot. She told me that she believed I could and would pass the course. She saw something in me that I could not see in myself. Dr. Dowd spoke life into me. Like a rising water fountain, she restored my hope in the future again.”

— Marcus

“Professor Dowd's guidance and mentorship have been formative for my academic and personal interests. In the three years that I have worked under her direct supervision, I have been constantly challenged, driven, and enabled to broaden my academic and career goals.”

— Logan