Dr. Evan Westra

Associate Professor

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Biography

Evan Westra works on philosophy social cognition, focusing on topics such as theory of mind, character judgment, and psychological norms. His research interests include ethics in public discourse, the philosophy of animal minds, and the nature of mental representation. His work has been published in several prestigious philosophy and cognitive science journals, including Mind & Language, Cognition, and Philosophy & Public Affairs. Before joining the Philosophy Department at Purdue University, Westra held postdoctoral positions at York University and the University of Toronto, and served as an instructor at the University of Rochester. Westra is originally from Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Research Interests

Social Cognition Theory of Mind Character Judgment Psychological Norms Ethics Philosophy of Animal Minds Mental Representation

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Works in the field of philosophy with a focus on social cognition and related topics.

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
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  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.