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May 2015 Multifaith Calendar
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April 30, 2015
April 30, 2015

In the spirit of diversity and inclusion, we provide the following Multifaith Holy Days & Festivals realizing that it is not exhaustive. Should you wish your faith’s days to be included, please contact the Chaplain at x 4427 or chaplain@humber.ca for due consideration.

01 Friday
May = Waawaaskone Giizis / Yansa’altt (Aboriginal)
Waawaaskone Giizis is also known as the Flower Moon (Ojibwe). Yansa’altt is the season of berries and woods fragrant with blossoms (Other).

Beltane (Wicca)
Beltane (Beltain or May Eve [April 30] and May Day) denotes the joining of the Earth Goddess and the Celtic God Bel in marriage as the basis of creation. In Celtic paganism, this union was celebrated by a mid-summer fertility festival. Currently, Maypole dances are held.

04 Monday
Full Moon The moon is at its greatest visibility.

Wesak (Buddhism)
Wesak is the most important day of the year for Buddhists, also known as Buddha Jayanti, Buddha Purnima or Theravadin New Year. The full moon marks a triple celebration of Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) in his Birth, Enlightenment and Final Demise. Buddha’s birth is celebrated on different dates in different countries.

10 Sunday
Mother’s Day (North America)
A day set aside to honour mothers and motherhood.

14 Thursday
Ascension of Jesus (Christianity-Western)
Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into Heaven.

18 Monday
New Moon The moon is at its least visibility.

21 Thursday
Aboriginal Awareness Week (Aboriginal/Canada)
Introduced in 1992 to increase awareness about Aboriginal peoples, it includes the 4 days following Victoria Day.

Ascension of Jesus (Christianity-Eastern)
Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into Heaven.

23 Saturday
Declaration of the Bab (Baha'i)
Commemorates the day in 1844 on which he announced his identity as the Bab, the herald of the new age.

24 Sunday
Shavuot (Festival/Feast of Weeks) to May 25 (Judaism)
Shavuot, commemorating the giving of the Torah to the Israelites and the completion of God’s purpose to create a special people, is celebrated 2 days in the diaspora and 1 day in Israel and by Reformed Jews and starts at sundown. Weeks is the plural of the Hebrew word for 7 and ends 7 weeks or 50 days (hence Pentecost) after Pesah.

Pentecost (Christianity-Western)
Celebrates the coming of the Holy Spirit upon Jesus’ disciples after his ascension, 50 days after Easter.

29 Friday
Ascension of Baha’u’llah (Baha’i)
Marks the anniversary of the death of the founder of the Baha’i faith and work is suspended on this day.

31 Friday
Pentecost (Christianity-Eastern)
Celebrates the coming of the Holy Spirit upon Jesus’ disciples after his ascension, 50 days after Easter.

Developing Humber’s Academic Plan
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April 29, 2015
April 29, 2015

Activity already undertaken
As presented at the April 21st 2015 Town Hall, work on the development of Humber’s Academic Plan is already underway and will be taking on momentum over the coming months. 

Over the past few months a group of stakeholders has engaged in preliminary discussions designed to begin answering the following questions:

  • Which individuals or groups have been consulted within the last two years in the context of informing and articulating the Academic Plan? 

  • What documentation exists that can be used to make their feedback available for articulation of the Academic Plan?

  • Which individuals or groups still need to be consulted in order to complete the articulation of the Academic Plan?

  • What is the best method of consultation for those individuals or group(s)?

  • Who is best positioned to lead the consultation and ensure meaningful feedback?

The result of discussions to date has been the generation of a list of internal documents and publications that will provide foundational information for the development of the Academic Plan, as well as a preliminary list of groups to be included in focus group conversations over the coming weeks and months. The discussions also informed the April 21st Town Hall presentation.

I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank everyone who has participated in the preliminary discussions and information gathering process.  The members of the group included:
Guillermo Acosta

  • Joe Andrews

  • Bill Angelakos

  • Gina Antonacci

  • Steve Bellamy

  • Alvina Cassiani

  • Kathy Cowan Sahadath

  • Ann Dean

  • Eileen DeCourcy

  • Paula Gouveia

  • Paul Griffin

  • Jason Hunter

  • Susan Kelsall

  • Heather Lowry

  • Patricia Morgan

  • Jen McMillen

  • Elaine Popp

  • MaryAnn Rad

  • Barb Riach

  • Diane Simpson

  • Susan Somerville

  • Karen Tavener

Next steps
Ad Hoc Academic Planning Working Group
An Ad Hoc Academic Planning Working Group has been struck with the mandate of providing input into the academic planning process, participating in the development of presentations and consultation tools to be used throughout the process and providing advice and guidance in the undertaking of the focus group discussions.  The Ad Hoc Academic Planning Group will meet monthly (and additionally on an as-needed basis) until December 2015.

Current members of the working group include:

  • Guillermo Acosta

  • Joe Andrews

  • Bill Angelakos

  • Steve Bellamy

  • Alvina Cassiani

  • Kathy Cowan Sahadath

  • Ann Dean

  • Eileen DeCourcy

  • Susan Kelsall

  • Heather Lowry

  • Paula Gouveia

  • Paul Griffin

  • Jason Hunter

  • Jen McMillen

  • MaryAnn Rad

  • Susan Sommerville

 

  • Opportunities for input

  • Presentations and Focus Group Discussions

  • invitations and updates to follow

  • Online Survey 

  • available late May 2015

  • Individual suggestions and responses via e-mail at academicplan@humber.ca

  • This e-mail address has been set up in order to provide internal stakeholders with a mechanism to ask questions, inquire about possible participation in various academic planning working groups and activities, and provide suggestions regarding the academic planning process.  The e-mails sent to academicplan@humber.ca will come directly to my attention, yet still be organized in a central academic planning location. 

As mentioned at the April 21st Town Hall, I encourage you to communicate with me via the academic plan e-mail address anytime something comes to mind regarding input into the plan or the process.

Progress updates
Bi-monthly progress updates will be provided between now and December 2015 via Humber’s Communique.  Individuals with questions regarding progress between updates are invited to submit inquiries via the academicplan@humber.ca e-mail address.

Warmest regards,
Laurie Rancourt
Senior VP Academic
Humber Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning



 

 

Thank you!
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April 29, 2015
April 29, 2015

The Career Centre has Moved and Changed its Name!
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April 29, 2015
April 29, 2015


The Career Centre, now known as Career Services, has relocated in the Academic & Career Success Centre, Learning Resource Commons, First Floor. 

We look forward to welcoming you in our new space!  You can always reach us at careers.humber.ca.

Humber Music to Host First Listening Party
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April 28, 2015
April 28, 2015

Tonight, the Bachelor of Music program is hosting its first-ever listening party where the best capstone recording projects will be showcased to over 45 music industry insiders and invited guests. 

This exclusive evening helps to kick off performance week, during which over 40 large and small student ensembles will perform music in a wide range of styles, including big band, Latin jazz, R&B, and gospel. Admission to these adjudicated performances, held in the Lakeshore auditorium (A128), is free.

Please see below for the schedule.

 

Magnet is offering $10,000 to help students and recent grads cover student debt or tuition costs
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April 27, 2015
April 27, 2015

Students and recent grads can enter the Magnet 10K contest for a chance to win $10,000 by completing their Magnet profile by May 31. With a complete profile, you will also be matched to jobs and opportunities that fit what you’re looking for. Enter the contest and start a profile today on humbercollege.magnet.today!

2015 YouthCAN Conference - August 10-12
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April 27, 2015
April 27, 2015


With the success of last year's conference, Youth Enrichment At Humber (YEAH) will be partnering once again with Ontario Association of Children's Aid Societies — to host their 9th Annual YouthCAN Conference. YouthCAN is the unifying voice for youth in care of Children’s Aid Societies in Ontario. It is dedicated to improving the quality of care for youth in Ontario’s Child Welfare System so that they are empowered, secure and able to realize their fullest potential. This three-day event will have over 160 youth and case workers, participate in a variety of interactive workshops showcasing Humber programs and promoting post-secondary education. Help us have another successful year!

To find out how you and your school can participate, contact Romaine Waite

Humber/Guelph-Humber Employee Recognition Awards 2015
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April 24, 2015
April 24, 2015

A Celebration of Leadership and Excellence

You are invited to provide nominations with respect to Humber’s Annual Staff Recognition and Awards program. Presentation of the Awards will be made at the President’s Breakfast held at the beginning of the Fall Semester 2015. Nominations must be received Friday, May 29, 2015. Please note that these award nominations are open to both Humber and University of Guelph-Humber employees that meet the requirements of the award criteria.

Please participate in this important program as we recognize those staff members who have made significant contributions to the mission and success of Humber or the University of Guelph-Humber.

  • Distinguished Faculty Award
  • Support Staff Distinguished Service Award
  • Administrative Distinguished Service Award
  • Robert A. Gordon Leadership Award
  • Extra Mile Award
  • Community Service Award
  • Research Excellence Award
  • Humber Sustainability Award 

Click here for information and nomination form.
For a list of past award recipients, please click here.

If assistance is required in the completion of these nomination forms, please contact Nancey Adamson (ext. 5540)

The North Campus Registrar’s Office is Moving!
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April 23, 2015
April 23, 2015

The North Campus Office of the Registrar (Admissions, Call Centre, Customer Service, Fees, Financial Aid, Records, Recruitment, Reporting) will be closing at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 24 as part of our move to our new office space in the Humber Learning Resource Commons. 

On Monday, April 27 we will reopen in our new home: Level 1 of the Learning Resource Commons. 

3rd Annual Humber College Classic Golf Tournament: Fundraiser to Support our Students
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April 23, 2015
April 23, 2015

Do you like to play golf or know someone who does?  Are you interested in helping Humber students pursue their education and future career aspirations? 

Registration is NOW open for the third annual Humber College Classic Golf Tournament!  The tournament will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2015, at the Glen Eagle Golf Club in Bolton, Ontario.

The Humber College Classic is a signature College event raising much-needed funds for student scholarships and awards for each of the eight schools, athletics department, aboriginal resource centre, accessible learning services, international centre and Orangeville Campus. The event is co-chaired by Alister Mathieson, Vice-President, Advancement & External Affairs and Paula Gouveia, Dean, School of Liberal Arts & Sciences and they are challenging the Humber community to help meet and exceed the College’s fundraising goal of $100,000 so that even more students can benefit from scholarship support.

You can help by participating in the event.  Last year's tournament sold out, so register early to avoid disappointment.  Deadline to register is May 26th.

Fees: $150 per individual golfer, $300 per twosome and $600 per foursome.

To register please visit humber.ca/golfclassic.

Do you know someone who may be interested in supporting the event by becoming a sponsor or donating an item to the event auction?  For more information, please contact Anna Samulak at x5152 or anna.samulak@humber.ca

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