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Carolyn Dent is a Lecturer and Teaching Specialist (Clinical/Practitioner) in Nutrition and Dietetics at Flinders University's College of Nursing and Health Sciences. She serves as Course Coordinator for the Bachelor of Human Nutrition and Bachelor of Nutrition and Exercise programs. With 25+ years of experience as a Community/Public Health Dietitian, she bridges clinical expertise with academia through real-world examples in teaching. Her key responsibilities include curriculum development, topic coordination (e.g., Food Systems, Public Health Nutrition), and program evaluation.
Education includes a Master of Nutrition and Dietetics (1994) and Bachelor of Science (1991) from Flinders University, alongside APD accreditation. Her research focuses on food insecurity, community food systems, and public health nutrition interventions. She collaborates with organizations like Wellbeing SA and contributes to initiatives such as the SA Community Foodies program and the Social Supermarket model evaluation.
Professional memberships include the Dietetics Association of Australia and Nutrition Society of Australia. Carolyn emphasizes equipping graduates with skills for dynamic healthcare environments, integrating leadership, project management, and staff mentorship into her academic role.
