Health and Wellness Sciences welcome new Dean
NEW ROLE: Dr Nicole Brooks
Wednesday, 26 March 2025
The new Dean of the Faculty of Health and Wellness Sciences began her journey at CPUT more than two decades ago and brings a wealth of experience and insight to her new role.
Assoc Prof Nicole Brooks joined CPUT in 2002 as a Junior Lecturer in the Department of Biomedical Sciences and was later promoted to Lecturer and then to Senior Lecturer.
She took over the role of Head of Department: Wellness Sciences in 2010 and in 2019 was appointed as Assistant Dean in the Faculty of Health and Wellness Sciences. In September 2022 she took on the role of Acting Dean of the Faculty.
As she starts her term as Dean, Brooks has the following message to staff and students: “The field of health sciences is an ever-evolving field, and we, the Faculty of Health and Wellness Sciences, are dedicated to excellence in education, research, and the well-being of our society. At the heart of our mission is a commitment to academic excellence, education, innovation in health research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and societal well-being.
“In a world increasingly shaped by complex health challenges, from emerging diseases to health inequities, we have a profound responsibility and extraordinary opportunities to make a lasting impact. Together, we can cultivate the next generation of health professionals, researchers, and leaders who will shape the future of healthcare locally and globally.”
Outside of work Brooks is a proud mother to two boys, aged 11 and nine. A dedicated runner, she has participated in numerous half marathons, marathons, and even a few ultra-marathons. When time allows, she enjoys working out at the gym, traveling to new countries, and experiencing diverse cultures.
Written by Ilse Fredericks
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