June 12th, 2023

Dear Graduates,

Let me start by saying how proud we are of each and every one of you. You have persevered through many challenges to get to this point. Every one of you has your own unique story that brought you to this momentous occasion.   

The air during convocation is electric and it is impossible not to get swept up in the excitement as loved ones watch proudly as Humber College graduates cross the stage to receive their degree, diploma or certificate. It is wonderful to see the looks...

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May 31st, 2023

In Canada, Pride Month is celebrated annually in June. It is an important month for the country and for Humber.  

At Humber, we will gather on June 1 for the raising of the Pride and Trans flags as the College celebrates the start of Pride Month. The flag raising is part of Humber’s commitment to supporting 2SLGBTQ+ students, staff, faculty, and the broader community.

Raising the Pride and Trans flags symbolize the promise we make as a community to make Humber an inclusive place for people no matter their...

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March 8th, 2023

My parents were the first feminists in my life. They encouraged their two daughters to be anything they wanted to be. I celebrate and acknowledge International Women’s Day as a daughter; as a mother of a teenage daughter interested and thriving in STEM education; as a colleague and friend to many women who are trailblazing in their chosen fields; and as a leader appointed as the first woman President of Humber.  

There is much to celebrate and there is still so much work to do. In our celebrating today,...

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February 23rd, 2023

February is Inclusive Education Month in Canada, and over the past weeks, I have been reflecting on what I have observed at Humber in my first six months, and my own personal commitment to creating inclusive spaces and experiences.

Inclusion is a principle we strive to embed in every aspect of what we do at Humber College. It is integral to our  Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Framework and Strategy that is helping to shape the College and its future.

For me, inclusion is not enough. I believe...

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January 24th, 2023

There are moments as President and CEO of Humber College where I am humbled and amazed by the incredible generosity of our donors. Today is one of those moments.  

The Barrett Family Foundation’s support of Humber College and its role as a leader in polytechnic education has continued with a transformative gift that will support science, technology, engineering and mathematics at Humber....

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