Rate My Professor Neelu Sharma

Neelu Sharma serves as a Lecturer in the School of Communication, Media and Journalism within Adelaide University’s College of Creative Arts, Design and Humanities. She previously held the position of Journalism Lecturer at the University of South Australia for over 16 years, during which she coordinated a diverse array of courses including Production for News and Social Media (COMM 1063), Ideas, Innovation and Communication (COMM 1060), Radio Journalism and Podcasts (COMM 2077), Internship or Project (COMM 3063), Television and Video Journalism (COMM 3060 and COMM 3093 UO), and several UniSA Online programs. She also managed the Talking Papers series and Research Corner for UniSA Creative. As Station Director for UniCast, UniSA’s student radio station, Neelu trained students in practical broadcasting skills and oversaw live coverage of campus events like Fairs and Open Days. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Lecturer in Multimedia in the UK and gained hands-on experience as a producer, presenter, and journalist for radio and television in that country.

Neelu Sharma demonstrates significant influence in the media field through her 16-year tenure as a judge for the South Australian Media Awards. Since 2020, she has led meditation sessions to promote mental health among university staff, students, and the wider community. Additionally, she produces and presents a spiritual program on 5EBi, Adelaide’s multicultural radio station. Her dedication to public service includes collaborating with the Salvation Army since 2017 to deliver weekly produce to Adelaide’s homeless population, previous involvement with the Refugee Association of South Australia, and current role as a board member for Citizen Advocacy, supporting people with intellectual disabilities. A key scholarly contribution is her co-authored publication: Anderson, H., Masocha, S., & Sharma, N. (2019). “We are all confident to speak”: using radio as a tool of resettlement for young people of refugee background. Journal of Alternative and Community Media, 4(3), 99-111.