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Employee News Network (ENN)

ENN (Employee News Network) is a video streaming service by employees, for employees. ENN provides an opportunity for employees to share upcoming news and events, or to simply give kudos to acknowledge the fantastic work being done here. Shot on a smart device and ranging in length from 30 to 90 seconds, ENN videos provide an easy way to engage your colleagues.

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IL Micro-Credential Offering for Summer 2024 - Posted on March 28, 2024

Posted:
March 28, 2024

Innovative Learning is dedicated to the development and enhancement of teaching and learning across the institution. These offerings are related to teaching and learning and provide employees with the opportunity to further develop essential teaching and facilitation practices and skills. 

All offerings are asynchronous and delivered in an online format.  

Registration is restricted to active Humber employees only. Please note that space is limited.  

Micro-credentials 

First offering: May 13 to June 9 

Course Code 

Micro-credential 

ASLE 001 

Assessments for Learning 

CRDD 001 

Curriculum Design & Development 

FCLE 001 

Facilitating Learning 

TLHE 001 

Teaching and Learning in HyFlex Environments 

EATE 001 

Equity and Anti-Oppressive Teaching in Post-Secondary Education 

EDTA 001 

Educational Technology and Accessibility  

Second offering: July 8 to August 4

Course Code 

Micro-credential 

ASLE 001 

Assessments for Learning 

CRDD 001 

Curriculum Design & Development 

EATE 001 

Equity and Anti-Oppressive Teaching in Post-Secondary Education 

For micro-credential descriptions, visit the Innovative Learning website

IMPORTANT NOTE: Indicate your interest by completing the IL Program Offering for Summer 2024 Intake form

Upon completion of the form, a secure link will be displayed for you to use to register yourself through the CPL website.  

JIPE Article: Designing and Implementing Health and Wellness Programs - Posted on March 27, 2024

Posted:
March 27, 2024
Contact:
Humber Press
People standing and smiling around a wood desk

Journal of Innovation in Polytechnic Education (JIPE) is pleased to announce the publication of “Designing and Implementing Health and Wellness Programs: Positioning Health and Wellness at the Forefront of an Polytechnic Institution” by Dr. Cory Ross, Dr. Gannady Raskin and Isabelle Callahan-Nasser.

Abstract:

The past 20 years has seen a renaissance of activity with respect to workplace wellness. The concept of providing a health and wellness program for employees has grown to include employee assistance aid. Within the polytechnic community, the health and wellness programs have expanded to the student body as well. If you consider the fact that a polytechnic has a population of some small cities, then the case for support of providing services is well founded. Due to the mix of international and domestic student populations, the wellness programming has taken on a new mosaic of services. The attention to cultural sensitivities and competencies needs to be addressed and incorporated when contemplating any services and programming to be delivered to the polytechnic community. Most recently, with the increase of mental health issues amongst staff and students, it is time to implement a strong interdisciplinary approach to wellness and mental health.  

Read the article on JIPE.ca

About JIPE

Journal of Innovation in Polytechnic Education (JIPE) is an online, open-access journal that mobilizes knowledge and insights generated by the global polytechnic community. JIPE is electronically published by Humber Press at Humber College’s Office of Research & Innovation. JIPE is accepting submissions on a rolling basis. To learn more about JIPE, please visit jipe.ca or email humberpress@humber.ca.

Student & Faculty SFQ Draws - Posted on March 27, 2024

Posted:
March 27, 2024

March 23 to April 14 Is SFQ Season

This Student Feedback Questionnaire (SFQ) season, we will feature one draw for faculty and one for students. Here's what you need to know.
 
Faculty:

  • A random draw will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
  • Eligible registrants have a chance to win one grand prize or one of five common prizes.
  • All Humber College faculty members teaching Winter 2024 postsecondary courses that offer the SFQ are eligible to win a prize.
  • Each faculty member, for every course taught where the SFQ.
  • Completion rate of 30% or greater, will automatically receive one entry.

Students:

  • A random draw will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
  • Eligible registrants will have the chance to win one grand prize or one of twenty common prizes.
  • All students enrolled in a full-time program at Humber College in the Winter 2024 semester are eligible to win a prize.
  • To be submitted into the SFQ contest, students must complete the contest entry form and click “Submit”. One entry per questionnaire will be accepted up to a limit of eight per student.

Learn more about SFQs and what your students need to know. 

Marketing, Communications and Creative Services Project Requests - Posted on March 26, 2024

Posted:
March 26, 2024
Contact:
M Kyrinis
Tel:
x4675

New Project Request Form available now

As part of the Government Relations, Marketing and Communications (GRMC) department’s ongoing service and support of the Humber community, we are introducing a new Project Request Form on the Humber Brand homepage.

The project request form will help us plan and staff your marketing, communications and creative services projects more efficiently, and provide you with strategic advice and integrated, strategic services for your requests.

Please use the new form when initiating a marketing and/or communications request. A GRMC representative will connect with you once the form has been submitted. We will continue to use the brand website as a college-wide resource for marketing communications tools and services.

Please contact marie.kyrinis@humber.ca, if you have questions or would like more information.

Thank you for your attention,

GRMC Team

Patterns and Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive - Posted on March 26, 2024

Posted:
March 26, 2024
Contact:
Nadine Finlay
Tel:
x3801
Birds standing in a marsh

Coming to the Lakeshore Grounds on May 6, 2024, the Interpretive Centre is excited to announce "Patterns and Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive", on loan from the Roberta Bondar Foundation.

"Patterns and Parallels" features photography from Dr. Roberta Bondar, the first female Canadian astronaut, to tell the story of the migratory patterns of three bird species: the Whooping Crane, Lesser Flamingo and Piping Plover. The exhibition is a key part of the Roberta Bondar Foundation’s Space For Birds project, which uses photography to create a visual story that will help us understand the biodiversity of nature and the impact of human actions and climate change on bird migration and habitat loss.

"Patterns & Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive" will be on display from May 6 to July 26, 2024 at The Fashion Institute at 3166 Lake Shore Blvd W. in Etobicoke.

Pictured is "Colt & Parent," a photograph of an endangered Whooping Crane adult stretching its wing as it stands with its young colt on the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge along the edge of the Texas shoreline of the Gulf of Mexico in the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.

Save the Date and Call for Proposals: Humber Advising Conference (HAC) - Posted on March 25, 2024

Posted:
March 25, 2024
Contact:
Natasha Haniff

How can advisors foster genuine connections, coach learners toward personalized success, and enhance their human capital?

Join us from May 14 to 16 for the ninth annual Humber Advising Conference - Coaching for Success: A Human Approach, to explore top practices and trends in Academic and Career Advising.

The Humber Advising Conference provides a forum for engaging in academic and/or career advising approaches, high impact practices, and pedagogy.  

If your role involves academic or career advising and you are interested in further honing these skills, be sure to save the date!

Registration details will be available soon.

Call for proposals

If you are interested in presenting at the Humber Advising Conference, please submit a proposal by April 1. It’s quick and easy.

More details available on the Humber Advising Conference website.

If you have any questions, please email crystal.bhikha@humber.ca or natasha.haniff@humber.ca.

Humber College to Support Kenya's Blue Economy Through New International Development Project - Posted on March 25, 2024

Posted:
March 25, 2024
Contact:
Vidushi Sanghadia

Humber College is excited to announce its new project to support the skills development in key economic sectors of Kenya's blue economy. Funded by the Government of Canada through Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and implemented by Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan), Humber will partner with three institutions in Siaya County, Kenya, to deliver skills training programs under the Kenya Blue Economy Skills Training (KBEST-05) Institutional Partnership. Situated in the Lake Region of Kenya, Humber's partners include Bondo Technical Training Institute, Lucy Onono Vocational Training Centre, and Mahaya Vocational Training Centre.

The three-year (2024-2027) initiative will focus on developing and delivering gender-responsive and industry-relevant competency-based education and training curriculum and pedagogy in blue economy skills areas to tap into Siaya County's economic potential in areas including fisheries, tourism, marine transport, aquaculture, and renewable energy. KBEST aims to create industry linkages and pathways for internships and jobs and provide women, youth, and vulnerable populations with the knowledge and skills for employment and self-employment in the blue economy while preserving and maintaining our oceans for future generations.

For more information and how to get involved, please contact:

Vidushi Sanghadia
Project Lead, KBEST-05
vidushi.sanghadia@humber.ca

Enhancing Email Security: DMARC Implementation Update - Posted on March 25, 2024

Posted:
March 25, 2024
Different coloured cogs

As part of the ongoing efforts to further prevent phishing and email scams targeting our email domain (Humber.ca), Humber College has adopted DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance), which is a policy and reporting protocol for email verification. 

Check out this visual explainer on how DMARC works

DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance) is a protocol that verifies the validity of incoming emails and checks if they have been altered or falsified. If an email fails this verification, it will NOT be delivered to the recipient's inbox. Instead, an email will be sent to the sender to inform them that their email was not delivered. This protocol helps protect against email scams and phishing. 

How will this impact you? Your user experience will remain the same; you won't notice any difference in your Humber email account or how you use it. However, if you send communications from a vendor software other than Microsoft Outlook with a Humber email address and are unsure how this change will impact you, please contact the IT Support Centre at 416.675.6622 x8888. You can also reach out to humber.ca/techtalk (24x7 live chat) or Tech Zone for drop-in support - North, Lakeshore and IGS campus Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. to request DMARC setup and validation.

3 Tips for Using the Respondus Lockdown Browser - Posted on March 25, 2024

Posted:
March 25, 2024

Faculty can use the Respondus Lockdown Browser for online examinations hosted by Blackboard Ultra to ensure students are not using other online tools while taking their exam. Here are some best practices to follow:

  1. Please provide a mock test before the real exam. This gives an opportunity for you and your students to become familiar with the software (also see how to install lockdown browser) and resolve any issues that may arise before the real exam.
  2. Please ask students to check if their devices satisfy the minimum requirements outlined here. You may also want to consider doing the exam in a Humber computer lab and run Respondus from MyApps.
  3. If students are using a Chromebook, please ask them to do the following:
    1. Clear browser cache.
    2. Enable pop-up window.
    3. Close the browser, and re-open to start the test after installation of the Respondus software.

Learn more about using the Respondus Lockdown Browser.

This article is also posted at BBHub.

Students, It's SFQ Season - Posted on March 25, 2024

Posted:
March 25, 2024

March 23 to April 14 is SFQ Season.

Student Feedback Questionnaires (SFQs) are available until April 14 and can be accessed via the unique link sent to your Blackboard email.

All student responses are anonymous and confidential.

Please complete the SFQs at your earliest convenience, or in class as scheduled by your instructor.

For more details about the SFQs, please reach out to your instructor.

Erin Gray, Associate Dean, Program Delivery, Education & Training Solutions - Posted on February 8, 2024

Posted:
February 8, 2024

It is my pleasure to announce that Erin Gray has accepted the position of Associate Dean, Program Delivery in Education & Training Solutions (ETS).

Erin joins us with a unique blend of post-secondary education administration experience after 20 years working at Humber College in various roles, including her role as Interim Associate Dean within ETS and her role as Interim Dean in Program Planning, Development Renewal (PPDR). Other roles include Program Development Consultant (PPDR), faculty and program coordinator in Faculty of Heath Sciences as well as her seconded role as Quality Assurance Associate with Ontario College Assurance Services (OCAS). Erin holds a Master of Arts in Education from Central Michigan University as well as Honours Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences from Queen’s University. She has and continues to consult and contribute to numerous projects, committees, and programs across the college. Her strengths in teaching and learning, relationship building, curriculum design and development, faculty support and development and quality assurance in polytechnic education will be a valuable addition to the Education & Training Solutions team.  

Please join me in welcoming Erin to this role.

Wanda Buote
Dean, Education & Training Solutions

Career Milestones Recognition - January 2024 - Posted on January 30, 2024

Congratulations to all our employees celebrating Career Milestones in January!

The following employees are celebrating their 1, 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25-year anniversary with Humber. We encourage you to reach out to your colleagues to congratulate them on their Career Milestones.

1 Year 5 Years 10 Years 15 Years 20 Years 25 Years
Karen Snell
Davi Lall
Ashwin Patel
Joanne Spence
Trilby Bittle
Dijana Kladnjakovic
Joanne Evanoff Lori
Short-Zamudio
John Lewis Monika Peternel   Scott Fielder
Atyia Police Carolyn Perry Nicholas Bordignon Stephen A. Stockton   Muhammad Khan
Tyler Reid Joseph Italiano Maya Samson Ron Alan Caylao   Najamuddin Mohammed
Shenia Nazir   Francisca
Burg-Feret
Nasreene
Corpuz Kasznia
   
Deanna Holmes   Natalie Blake       
Deborah Vincent
  Karen Young      
Annetta Latham   Baltej Rakhra      
Nabeehah Ayube   Ajay Rampersad      
Arman
Hamzehlou Kahrizi
  Bradley Corcoran      
Ryan Hahne   Joanna Foote      
Alison Gelata   Elizabeth Fenuta      
Joji Lue          
Saransh Patel          
Nadia Singh          
Mark Puri          
Meaghan
Catalano-Perez
         
Alireza Yazdi          
Drew Maxwell          
Andrew Nelson          
Ruby Tano          
Hadeel El-Kassabi          
Zhengrong Chu          
Dina Goldenberg          
Ali Taha          
Haytham Abdelgawad          
Alvin Borlado          
Jacob Willow          
Nicolette Kadiri          
Josh Harold          
Peter Iskander          
Shyam  Mohamed          
Nicholas LeBlond          
Pranav Patel          
Joseph Enwerem          
Sabrina Verrilli          
Tim Ambrose          
Renny Wheable          
Shahdad Shariatmadari          
Shannon Brown          
Natalie Snow          
Kehinde Ladipo          
Shikha Verma          
Jonathan Au          

Although we do our best to ensure we don't miss anyone, sometimes it happens. If we have missed anyone on this list, our sincere apologies. Please let us know so we can correct our records and ensure the employee receives recognition.

Questions? Please email us at oe@humber.ca.

Cara Wallace, Director, Community Outreach & Workforce Development - Posted on January 12, 2024

Posted:
January 12, 2024

It is my pleasure to announce that on February 5, Cara Wallace will start as the Director, Community Outreach & Workforce Development.

Cara is a seasoned community and workforce strategist, bringing experience in community outreach, grant writing, contract and program management and performance measurement within the employment and education sectors.

In her most recent role, Cara was the Contract Manager with WCG Services, where she supported the successful delivery of Integrated Employment Services. Cara maintained impactful relationships with service providers across Peel and York Region, and co-designed an organizational Equity, Belonging, Diversity, and Inclusion strategy, emphasizing a culture where staff feel recognized and appreciated.

Cara’s career has been fueled by her commitment to removing barriers to access and to supporting underserved communities. Through roles at Achēv, JVS Toronto and the Youth Justice Network of Toronto, Cara led the development and implementation of community programming and honed advanced skills in stakeholder collaboration, grassroots mobilization, and culturally responsive outreach. Cara trained and developed staff across different organizations to support communities in need, and established alliances with community agencies and public sector institutions, successfully securing nearly $1 million in funding for the Rexdale community. 

She holds a M.Ed. in Adult Education and Community Development; a B.A. in Sociology, CHRP and certifications in Human Resources Management, Adult Education, Myers Briggs, and Conflict Resolution.  

I am delighted that she is bringing her experience and passion for lifelong learning to this important role. Please join me in welcoming Cara to Humber.  

Kelly Jackson  
Vice-President, External Affairs and Professional Learning

Elijah Williams, Acting Dean, Indigenous Education & Engagement - Posted on January 8, 2024

Posted:
January 8, 2024

I am delighted to announce the appointment of Elijah Williams as the Acting Dean of Indigenous Education & Engagement (IE&E), effective January 8, 2024. Elijah will seamlessly transition into this new role while concurrently maintaining his current position as Associate Dean, IE&E.

In his new role, Elijah will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of innovation through the development of specialized support service programs, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and implementing strategic initiatives. Additionally, he will focus on advancing Humber College's Indigenous education plan and commitment to truth and reconciliation.

Elijah's responsibilities will align with the mandates of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action and the recommendations of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. 

Since September 2022, Elijah has served as the Associate Dean of Indigenous Education & Engagement at Humber College. In this capacity, he has collaborated closely with Program Planning, Development and Renewal, and Innovative Learning. Elijah has been instrumental in raising awareness, promoting teamwork, and establishing open communication channels to bolster educational initiatives. His efforts have significantly contributed to the expansion and enhancement of Indigenous programming, methodology, research, practice, and delivery.

Prior to his role at Humber, Elijah was the Director of Indigenous Engagement and led the Centre for Indigenous Learning and Support at Sheridan College. There, he oversaw the development of Sheridan’s Babamadiwin, Indigenous Start Well program, an online initiative designed to help Indigenous learners navigate the college's supports and services. Elijah also played a key role in creating Sheridan’s Looking Forward, Look Back Education Series, providing foundational knowledge about Indigenous peoples to faculty and staff.

Elijah's commitment to Indigenous education is further demonstrated by his Master of Professional Education in Indigenous Educational Leadership from Western University.

Please join me in extending our congratulations to Elijah as he takes on this significant role. We look forward to the positive impact he will undoubtedly make in advancing Indigenous education and engagement at Humber College.

Jason Seright
Vice-President, Inclusion and Belonging

Michelle Jordan, Associate Dean, Mathematics & Research - Posted on December 7, 2023

Posted:
December 7, 2023

I am excited to announce that Michelle Jordan has accepted the position of Associate Dean, Mathematics & Research in the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences. In this role, Michelle will oversee the Mathematics portfolio as well as the Research Analyst Ontario Graduate Certificate program. 

Michelle began her career at Humber teaching in the General Arts and Science programs, before moving into the role of Program Coordinator for Pre-Health Sciences and the General Arts and Science - Technology programs. Michelle held this role for five years before moving into her current role as the Program Coordinator for General Arts and Science certificate and diploma programs and the interim semester retention program now known as Rebound.

In her roles at Humber, Michelle has worked alongside faculty members from a variety of program and subject areas, and she has demonstrated a commitment to a quality culture through her involvement in several program review and renewal opportunities. Michelle was the recipient of the Distinguished Faculty Award in 2015 for her work developing and teaching a first-year experience course (now known as Positive Psychology for Academic and Career Success) to help students transition successfully into post-secondary studies and provide them with a holistic sense of self-awareness to meet their personal, academic, and professional goals.

Michelle has recently defended her PhD thesis entitled The Perceived Impact of Pre-Health Sciences Programs on Student Access and Transition to Health Science Programs in one Ontario College. In addition, she holds a Career Development Practitioner Ontario Graduate Certificate from Conestoga College, an M.A. in English Literary and Cultural Studies from Carleton University, and a B.A. in English Literature from Brock University.

Please join me in congratulating Michelle on her new role, which she will begin on December 18, 2023.

I would also like to take the opportunity to thank Mike Wells for his strong leadership of the portfolio over the last few months. His ability to lead with both care and a sense of humour is a skill set that I admire and am grateful for.

John Stilla
Senior Dean, Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Nicole Pereira, Associate Dean of Business Development & Program Optimization - Posted on December 6, 2023

Posted:
December 6, 2023
Contact:
Frank Cappadocia

I am pleased to announce that Nicole Pereira has been selected as CPL’s new Associate Dean of Business Development & Program Optimization. Nicole joins Humber with 15 years of experience designing and delivering professional skills training programs serving diverse learners in collaboration with industry, community, academia, professional regulators, foundations, and governments. She has been a critical contributor to continuing education divisions experiencing rapid growth, most recently leading the business, ADR/mediation, and health portfolios as a Program Manager with York University’s School of Continuing Studies.

Before York, Nicole served as Manager of Government Contracts & Training Services in Seneca’s Faculty of Continuing Education & Training, where she oversaw accelerator, bridging, alternative career, and corporate training offerings in fields ranging from finance to IT, social services, engineering, and pre-apprenticeship. Nicole was also a founding member and Director of Program Development and Strategic Partnerships with Devant (a subsidiary of Academica) and Project Manager of volunteerism and diversity with the Toronto & Region Conservation Authority.

Holding an MBA in Community Economic Development and Public Policy, an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Sociology, and Certificates in Ontario College Administration and Leadership, Inclusive Leadership, and EDI, Nicole brings an outstanding balance of practical and professional experiences into this role.

Please join me in welcoming Nicole to the CPL Team and Humber Community; her first day will be Monday, December 3.

Frank Cappadocia
Dean I  Continuous Professional Learning
416.675.6622 x5665

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Alexandra Ross, Library Director - Posted on December 5, 2023

Posted:
December 5, 2023

I am pleased to announce that Alexandra Ross is the successful candidate and will join the senior leadership team in the Division of Students and Institutional Planning as Library Director. In her new role, Alexandra will provide strategic and operational leadership for library services, resources, technologies, and spaces for Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber. An innovator, collaborator, and student advocate, Alexandra is passionate about academic libraries and how they support student and faculty success through the development of digital fluency skills. A sample of library accomplishments Alexandra has led and/or supported include:

  • A partnership with the Longo Faculty of Business, which resulted in the launch of the Lakeshore Idea Lab, and the combined Library and Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship team winning the College Innovation of the Year Award in 2023.  
  • The creation of two Academic Integrity Modules, one for the University of Guelph-Humber (1,000+ completions) and one for Humber (embedded in 129 courses), to support students in their academic journeys.
  • The Equity & Inclusion Hub, which profiles EDIB work of the library across collections, services, physical and virtual spaces, policies, events, and team engagement.

Alexandra joined Humber in 2009 as a librarian supporting the then Business School. Twelve of her fourteen years at the College have been in library leadership roles, starting with the Lakeshore Library Coordinator position and progressing to her current role as Associate Director, Curriculum & Learning. Alexandra’s portfolio has included research and digital literacies, eLearning, copyright, course resources and ereserves, facilities and operations, assessment, and quality assurance. In addition to her library experience, Alexandra has worked in executive search and public relations. Her educational credentials include a Bachelor of Commerce, a Bachelor of Arts (English), a Master of Arts (Communications), and a Master of Information Studies.

Please join me in congratulating Alexandra on her new role, which starts December 11, 2023.

Jason Hunter
Vice-President, Students & Institutional Planning

Retirement: Mary Alexander - Posted on November 22, 2023

Posted:
November 22, 2023
Contact:
barbara Riach

After 34 years of outstanding service, Mary Alexander has decided to retire at the end of December.

Mary joined Humber in 1989 and has been a dedicated and valuable member of the Office of the Registrar ever since. Over the years, Mary has exemplified professionalism, commitment, and tireless work ethic – working almost every convocation ceremony since June 1990! Known as “the lady at the back of the hall”, Mary has been a pillar to the convocation ceremonies and many other RO initiatives, including, her favourite event, the RO holiday party.

Given how many events Mary has had to organize, and the fact she does not like cake (?), she has requested that we do not host a retirement party. Mary has some vacation planned between now and the end of December however, so please take the chance to wish Mary well when you see her around.

As Mary embarks on this new chapter, we want to express our deepest gratitude for the hard work and dedication she has brought to Humber. If you would like to contribute a message or memory, we do have a retirement book available for signing. If you would like to sign Mary’s retirement book, please visit the Office of the Registrar at the North Campus (LRC, first floor) and connect with sheena.persaud@humber.ca or tanya.reda@humber.ca.

Mary, thank you, for your years of service to Humber. Your presence will be greatly missed. We wish you a happy and healthy retirement filled with joy, relaxation, and tropical adventures. May your retirement be as fulfilling as your career has been.

Congratulations!

Barbara Riach and the RO team

Retirement: Maria Soares - Posted on November 22, 2023

Posted:
November 22, 2023
Contact:
Arvin Gopaul
Maria Soares retirement poster

Please join us to honour Maria Soares’ 35 years of excellent service at Humber and to celebrate the legacy of hard work and commitment she leaves behind.  

The support Maria provides to students, faculty, and staff in identifying and acquiring media resources has made an immense difference to library services and their success. As the recipient of the 2008 Support Staff Distinguished Service Award, Maria helped develop and enrich the library’s media collection, and she contributed to various library and college initiatives over her 35-year career. 

Her listening skills, calm approach, professionalism, and understanding of user needs are well known across the college.  

Maria's last day at Humber will be December 31, 2023. Please join us for a retirement party to celebrate Maria and to wish her luck in this next chapter of her life. 

Date: Monday, December 18, 2023 
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 
Location: North Campus, Library, Learning Resource Commons (LRC), 4th floor 

Please RSVP by December 8 

A virtual GroupGreeting Card is also available for members of the Humber, University of Guelph-Humber, and Colleges Library community to sign. Please leave your messages by Friday, December 15. 

Retirement: Cynthia Mckeich - Posted on November 20, 2023

Posted:
November 20, 2023
Contact:
Arvin Gopaul

After 24 years in the Ontario College System (six and half years at Humber), Cynthia Mckeich, Director, Libraries is retiring in December. 

Please join us for a Retirement Party to celebrate Cynthia on November 28 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Dorris Tallon Community Room (NX111) at Humber's North Campus.

Guests are asked to RSVP by end of day Thursday, November 23.

virtual GroupGreeting Card is also available for members of the Humber, University of Guelph-Humber, and Colleges Library community to sign. Please leave your messages by Monday, November 27.

SWEL Offices Closed March 20 - Posted on March 15, 2024

Posted:
March 15, 2024

Please be informed that all SWEL services at both campuses, including Health Services, Counselling, Accessible Learning Services, Student Connection and Community Care, Residence Life, and Testing Services will be closed on Wednesday, March 20 on account of a department-wide staff meeting being held. 

In case of emergency, the following resources are available: 

FLAS at Lakeshore Office Move and Temporary Closure (February 22 to March 3) - Posted on February 22, 2024

Posted:
February 22, 2024
Contact:
Barbara Cam

The Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences (FLAS) Lakeshore Office (A114) will be closing its doors on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. The new FLAS office at Lakeshore will reopen as of March 4, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the Medical Building, Level 3, at 3170 Lakeshore Blvd West.

Please note that our services for students and staff will continue during the building closure and all support and administrative staff will be available from the North Campus and remotely.  

Humber College Community Employment Services Announcement - Posted on February 22, 2024

Posted:
February 22, 2024
Contact:
Chantal Joy

Humber College currently operates four employment services centres (HCCES) within the Greater Toronto area that serve clients in surrounding communities to achieve their employment goals. These are located at:

  • 555 Burnhamthorpe Road (at The West Mall)
  • 1700 Wilson Ave. (North York Sheridan Mall)
  • 1620 Albion Rd. (at Martin Grove)
  • 1345 St. Clair Ave W. (at Landsdowne)

These are part of the Employment Ontario network funded by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development (MLITSD). The current Ministry agreement ends March 31, 2024. The government has been undertaking a transformation of Ontario’s employment services and will be rolling out a new service delivery model to the Toronto region in spring of 2024. After careful consideration and deliberation, Humber has made the difficult decision not to apply for funding under the new model. As a result, all four of Humber’s Community Employment Centres will close their doors come March 31, 2024.

HCCES has been delivering employment supports to Humber’s surrounding in-need communities for more than 25 years. Humber’s work in this space has come to be highly regarded by government, other service providers in the region, local community partners, and provincially by other Colleges delivering similar programs. The HCCES team is viewed in those networks as experts when it comes to supporting a diverse multi-barriered client group and helping them actualize their employment goals. Their impact on our local communities has been significant, meaningful and mobilizing. I cannot thank them enough for their passion and commitment to their clients and for the difference they have made in their lives. I thank them also for making Humber better through their work, the knowledge they shared, and their advocacy. 

As this team prepares for the next step in their career journey, we encourage you to connect and learn about the exceptional work in which they have been engaged. We thank you in advance for the support we know you will extend to these members of the Humber family during this critical point of transition in their time at Humber.

Chantal Joy
Associate Dean & Special Advisor, Strategic Initiatives, Learner & Career Success
Student Success and Engagement

Building E Elevators at North Campus - Posted on February 2, 2024

Posted:
February 2, 2024

Building E at North Campus has two elevators that service all four floors and provide access to buildings E, F and H:

  • Small passenger elevator next to Ackee Tree - this unit was renovated last summer and will now serve as a main transportation option for these three buildings.
  • Big freight elevator close to Subway/Tim Horton's - this unit is now locked and only available for students/staff with a special permit. Should anyone need access to it, all Humber staff is to contact their manager and students can reach out to Accesible Learning (SWAC, LRC second floor).

Should you have any questions, please contact Roman at roman.fuzak@humber.ca.

Test Centre Closures in January - Posted on January 18, 2024

Posted:
January 18, 2024

The Lakeshore Test Centre will be closed all day on Tuesday, January 23 for professional development.

Test Centre Closures in January - Posted on January 16, 2024

Posted:
January 16, 2024
Contact:
Joel Sprenger

The North Test Centre will be closed for renovations starting at noon on Friday, January 19 and will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 24.

The Lakeshore Test Centre will be closed all day on Tuesday, January 23 for professional development.

Holiday Closure 2023 - Posted on December 7, 2023

Posted:
December 7, 2023
Contact:
Nancy Deason
Tel:
x4977
Happy Holidays

Holiday Campus Closure

North Campus, University of Guelph-Humber, Lakeshore Campus and Humber IGS will be CLOSED effective Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 6 p.m. and reopens Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at 7 a.m.

NO ACCESS for students, employees, and the public to:

  • Campus buildings
  • Learning commons spaces
  • Campus services
  • Open Access labs
  • Child Care Centre
  • Student Residences*

*Student Residence buildings operate on a separate closure schedule. For more details, please visit humber.ca/residence/important-dates.

The Department of Public Safety will continue to provide security services 24-hours-a-day during the campus closure.

Visit humber.ca for updates.

We encourage employees to take the rest period, however, if employees in your area wish to be on campus over the holidays, please ensure that each employee submits a note to Nancy Deason, Public Safety prior to Wednesday, December 20 specifying date/times and location.

North Campus: Testing of emergency messages and the public address system will take place on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. If you plan to attend campus during this time, please note that emergency messages will be broadcasted over the PA system intermittently during this time. If you must attend campus, it would be best to arrive after testing is complete.

Testing Services Closure on November 28 - Posted on November 27, 2023

Posted:
November 27, 2023

Please note that the Test Centres at the Lakeshore and North locations will be temporarily closed on Tuesday, November 28. This closure is due to the team's engagement in a day-long training session as part of our preparations for upcoming finals.

While the physical test centers will not be accessible on this day, our team remains available through email. Exam submissions will continue to be reviewed, and any inquiries you may have will be addressed promptly.

Should you have any urgent matters or specific concerns, please feel free to reach out to us via email at testingservices@humber.ca.

SWEL Offices Closed November 15 - Posted on November 13, 2023

Posted:
November 13, 2023
Contact:
Tuba Chishti
Tel:
x73035

Please be informed that all SWEL services at both campuses, including Health and Counselling, Accessible Learning Services, Student Connection and Community Care, Residence Life, Sexual Violence Prevention and Education, and Testing Services will be closed, will be closed on Wednesday, November 15 on account of a department-wide staff meeting being held. 

In case of emergency, the following resources are available: 

Sidewalk and Road Closure: Hwy 27 and Humber College Blvd Intersection - Posted on November 3, 2023

Posted:
November 3, 2023
Contact:
Daniel Alonzo

Please be advised that a section of the curb lane and sidewalk at the intersection of Hwy 27 and Humber College Blvd will be closed starting Tuesday, November 7, 2023 for a duration of two (2) weeks.

Please refer to the attached sketch that shows the extend of the closure.

Please note that the sidewalk on the south side of Humber College Blvd will remain open.

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