Dr. Natasha Watkins

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Natasha Watkins is a Clinical Associate Professor at Purdue University's Department of Human Development and Family Science. She has a strong background in developmental health and wellness, focusing on positive youth development, intergroup relations, online education, and experiential learning. With a PhD from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, she has dedicated her career to research and teaching in the fields of culture, diversity, and education. Natasha serves as the Chair of the HDFS Undergraduate Committee and is Co-Director of the HDFS Capstone Internship Program, contributing significantly to the academic development of her students. She has been recognized for her innovative approaches to online education and teaching excellence, receiving various awards including the HHS Outstanding Online Education Award and the HDFS Faculty Outstanding Teaching Award. Her ongoing research interests are centered around enhancing student learning experiences and promoting diversity and inclusion within the educational environment.

Research Interests

Awards

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HHS Outstanding Online Education Award

2022-01-01
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HDFS Faculty Outstanding Teaching Award

2021-01-01
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Scholarship Teaching and Learning Award

2021-01-01
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Teaching Leadership Award

2019-01-01
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Patsy J. Mellott Teaching Innovation Award

2018-01-01

Courses

HDFS 343 - Assessment Case Management HDFS 454 - Career Assessment Professional Development HDFS 455 - Human Services Capstone Internship HDFS 458 - Developmental Family Science Capstone Internship

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.