Dr. Christie Sahley

Professor

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Biography

Christie Sahley is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Purdue University, where she also serves as the Director of the Center for Faculty Success. She specializes in Neurobiology, with a focus on cellular and molecular analysis of learning and the cellular response to neural injury. Dr. Sahley’s academic career began with a Ph.D. in Physiological Psychology from the University of Kentucky, followed by postdoctoral work at Princeton University and Bell Labs. Throughout her career, she has held several leadership roles, including Associate Head of the Department of Biological Sciences and Associate Dean of the College of Science. Dr. Sahley has been an advocate for gender equity in STEM fields and has been involved in various initiatives aimed at increasing the representation of women in academic leadership. She has contributed to numerous publications regarding diversity, inclusion, and the experiences of women in academia. Her commitment to education and mentoring is evidenced by her work on programs focusing on the success and retention of female STEM faculty.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Teaching and researching in the field of Neurobiology.

Associate Head

2016-01-01 — Present

Department of Biological Sciences • Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

Overseeing department activities and faculty support.

Director

2011-01-01 — Present

ADVANCE Purdue Center for Faculty Success • Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

Leading initiatives to improve gender equity among faculty.

Associate Dean

2000-01-01 — 2010-01-01

College of Science • Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN

Contributing to administrative aspects of the College of Science.

Associate Professor

1994-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Teaching and researching in the field of Neurobiology.

Research Associate

1991-01-01 — 1994-01-01

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Conducting research in Neurobiology.

Assistant Professor

1982-01-01 — 1989-01-01

Yale University • New Haven, CT

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Psychology Biology.

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.