She received her B.A. in psychology and biological sciences from Transylvania University. She holds an M.A. and Ph.D. in experimental psychology from the University of Louisville. She comes to Centre from Midway College, where she was the director of academic services and a faculty member. Gulley will coordinate academic advising, Americans with Disabilities Act services and convocations at Centre. She will also follow students' academic progress, assist the international students on campus and teach courses in the psychology program.