Meet Professor Z: Award-Winning Biology Educator & Pre-Med Mentor
They say great teachers are hard to find. In truth, we exist—just busy doing what we do best: teaching and learning alongside our students. (And yes, I realize how immodest that sounds, but stick with me!) My name is Abdalla Zanouy (to my students, Professor Z).
Experience & Credentials
Institutions: Taught at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Houston, and Lone Star College, guiding over 5,000 pre-med...
Meet Professor Z: Award-Winning Biology Educator & Pre-Med Mentor
They say great teachers are hard to find. In truth, we exist—just busy doing what we do best: teaching and learning alongside our students. (And yes, I realize how immodest that sounds, but stick with me!) My name is Abdalla Zanouy (to my students, Professor Z).
Experience & Credentials
Institutions: Taught at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Houston, and Lone Star College, guiding over 5,000 pre-med students.
Award-Winning: Recipient of the 2024 Excellence in Education Award from the National Association of Biology Teachers.
Beyond the Classroom: Creator of the Abdalla Zanouy YouTube channel and a proud father of 10 (from college down to a 2-month-old!), giving me experience with learners of all ages.
Teaching Philosophy
My goal is simple: make complex science intuitive, engaging, and manageable. I don't just help you memorize facts; I help you think like a scientist so you can achieve your goals with confidence.
Important Disclaimer
If you are currently enrolled in any of my university courses, I cannot tutor you due to a conflict of interest. Please come to office hours instead—you will get all the help you need completely for free!
