Lecturer
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Rowaida Sleem is a VPED award-winning educator and recipient of the 2024 College of Nursing and Health Sciences Teaching Excellence Award, with over a decade of university teaching experience. She began her journey at Flinders University in mid-2014 as a casual staff member, teaching across multiple colleges while completing her Doctor of Education (EdD). Through dedication and excellence in her roles, she progressed to a permanent position in 2022 and now serves as a lecturer (Teaching Specialist) within the College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CNHS). In addition, she is the Student Experience/Engagement Coordinator (SEC) for Teaching Program 4, overseeing Health Sciences, Aging, Clinical Rehabilitation, and Palliative Care.
Dr. Sleem is the Topic Coordinator for HLTH1004 Human Bioscience and AGES2003 Physical Activity and Aging, where she delivers innovative, student-centred teaching. She is renowned for her multi-sensory approaches, such as body painting and Play-Doh, which create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that improve knowledge retention and practical understanding.
Her doctoral research informed a safer sex intervention aimed at reducing Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) rates among young South Australians aged 18–24 years. Dr. Sleem’s teaching and research interests include human anatomy and physiology, quantitative research, sexual health, sexuality, and health promotion.
In her role as SEC, Dr. Sleem is dedicated to supporting students by providing tailored academic guidance and study plans that foster a sense of belonging and improve student success and retention.
Dr. Sleem is also a Co-Team Leader of the Respect. Now. Always. (RNA) CNHS working group, where she collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to raise awareness about sexual harassment and assault prevention. She has completed specialised training to support students in sensitive situations and is an accredited Mental Health First Aider, reflecting her commitment to student wellbeing.
Through her innovative teaching, leadership, and advocacy, Dr. Sleem continues to inspire and empower students while fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that prepares them for success in their professional and personal lives.
Teaching Role:
Topic Coordinator and topic Lecturer for HLTH1004 and AGES2003
Leadership and Service role at the College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CNHS)