Black Heritage Month 365

Join us on Tuesday June 28th from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM (North Campus), E-Concourse for a Pride Nail Painting and Body Art event. This event is in collaboration with Frist Year Experience and Humber Spa. No registration needed. 

The BSSE Page Turners Book Club is back for the summer!! Join us for bi-weekly sessions (starting on June 8th), to discuss intergenerational themes regarding our community, as well as self-identity. This Summer, we’ll be reading "We Are Not Like Them" by Christine Pride & Jo Piazza. Registration is now closed. 

In celebration of Pride 2022, BSSE and FYE will be hosting two celebratory events on June 16th, 2022 at the Lakeshore Campus.

Please join us on June 16th in our BSSE Center in room A168 (Lakeshore Campus) from 11:30 - 12:30 pm for a joint Button making session. All items to create your Pride button will be provided.

Please also join us in WEL 205 from 2:00 - 5:00 pm for a joint BSSE (Black Student Support and Engagement) and FYE (First-Year Experience) Pride Movie Night to celebrate Queer Identity.

Movie: Moon Light - "Moonlight recounts the story of a young African - American man who grapples with his identity and sexuality while experiencing the everyday struggles of childhood, adolescence, and burgeoning adulthood".

Join us for an evening of community building and social gathering!

*Light refreshments will be provided.

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The BSSE Page Turners Book Club is back for the summer!! Join us for bi-weekly sessions (starting on June 8th), to discuss intergenerational themes regarding our community, as well as self-identity. This Summer, we’ll be reading "We Are Not Like Them" by Christine Pride & Jo Piazza. Register to receive your FREE COPY + join us for weekly discussions. Registration closes on May 25th! To register click here.

Have you been feeling overwhelmed or unable to cope with physical, mental, or any emotional pressure? These can all be signs of stress. Join us and learn more about how to identify signs of stress and tips on how to manage it. 

Topic: Stress Management 

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Advocating for yourself can be a difficult thing for most people, especially if you have lived your entire life believing that something unacceptable is acceptable. If you are one of those people, or you know someone who is, join us to explore various strategies for promoting change and self-advocacy in your life.

Topic: Self-Advocacy 

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed with your financial situation? Feeling as if you are struggling to make ends meet or to find methods that will result in concrete financial change? Join us as we dive into discussing financial wellness, including how it can impact our mental and physical health, as well as different methods that can help to get us back on track.

Topic: Financial Wellness 

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Have you heard that The BASE is getting a new name?! We are so excited to share the details with you! Join us on Mar 28, 2022 at 12:30-1:00 pm to discuss all the upcoming changes happening here at the BASE! We hope to see you all there!

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A supportive community of like-minded self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development and many more! 

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A supportive community of self-Identifying Black men conceptualizing ideas, sharing stories and experiences while holding each other accountable. During sessions we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development and more! 

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Get the most out of your studies with these learning skills workshops: Learning Preference, Calm & Confident Test Prep and Test-taking, Memory and Concentration, Stress Management, Time Management, Money Management, Presentation Skills, Notetaking Skills, Multiple Choice Tips, Digital Learning, Working in Groups.

Topic: Present Like a Boss

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This panel discussion, hosted by Social Entrepreneur Kym Niles, brings Black community leaders directly to the classroom to dispel myths and stereotypes. In this conversation style event, 3 professionals – a(n) entrepreneur, corporate professional, and international student - share their experiences overcoming systemic barriers, navigating their career paths, and managing their mental health and well-being in their pursuits. 

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Are you aware of the many benefits of moving your body? Unsure about how much daily exercise, or movement your body needs? Join us to learn more! 

Topic: Exercise and Movement 

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Are you interested in learning more about how to get your body moving? Join us for a virtual exercise class led by a Humber Fitness Coach. Featuring a virtual tour of Humber’s Athletic Centre. 

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A supportive community of like-minded self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development and many more! 

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Join Lakeshore Arts and visual alchemist, Stylo Starr in the Parts of Many: A Collage Healing Circle for the Black Community. 

Date: March 10, 2022 | 6:00-8:00pm | Zoom | FREE Admission

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In honor of Black Mental Health, we are hosting a mental health discussion featuring mental health author, facilitator and speaker, Stephanie Jones. If you would like to learn more about the importance of addressing Black Mental Health, please join the discussion. 

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Stephanie’s Socials: 

• https://twitter.com/StephJonesBSc 
• https://www.instagram.com/stephaniejonesmentalhealth/ 

A supportive community of self-Identifying Black men conceptualizing ideas, sharing stories and experiences while holding each other accountable. During sessions we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development and more!

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Get the most out of your studies with these learning skills workshops: Learning Preference, Calm & Confident Test Prep and Test-taking, Memory and Concentration, Stress Management, Time Management, Money Management, Presentation Skills, Notetaking Skills, Multiple Choice Tips, Digital Learning, Working in Groups.

Topic: Multiple Choice 

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Black mental health day is dedicated to raising awareness about the harms of anti-Black racism on mental health while mobilizing efforts in support of better mental health. Mental health does not discriminate; it can affect anyone. End the Stigma now.

Register to join the conversation happening on March 10th, 2022 at 1pm. 

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A culmination of the workshop series – participants will have a chance to share their original poems (at least one written during the workshop series) for the open mic-style competition. 

Please email us at thebase@humber.ca for link to join.

Join Lakeshore Arts and poet Tramar Anderson for the Practicing Resiliency in White Space. 

Date: March 3, 2022 | 5:30-7:30pm | Zoom | FREE Admission

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As part of Black Heritage Month events, join UofGH and Brampton City Councillor Charmaine Williams on February 28 at 1 p.m. for a Virtual Coffee Chat hosted by Careers and Placement Services. Councilllor Williams will talk about her career journey, successes and challenges as a Black woman and politician. All students, staff and faculty of the UofGH, Humber and University of Guelph communities are invited to attend. Register here.

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Get the most out of your studies with these learning skills workshops: Learning Preference, Calm & Confident Test Prep and Test-taking, Memory and Concentration, Stress Management, Time Management, Money Management, Presentation Skills, Notetaking Skills, Multiple Choice Tips, Digital Learning, Working in Groups.

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For students to engage with the art of creative writing and performance; encouraging students to exercise their writing and communication skills, while building confidence, accountability, and community.

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A supportive community of like-minded self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development and many more! 

Topic: The Politics of Black Hair  

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An opportunity for attendees to learn about Black Heritage and how our culture has transformed over generations. This is also an opportunity for students to relax afterwards with games concerning Black Heritage.  

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A supportive community of self-Identifying Black men conceptualizing ideas, sharing stories and experiences while holding each other accountable. During sessions we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development and more! 

Topic: Black Male Leaders 

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Get the most out of your studies with these learning skills workshops: Learning Preference, Calm & Confident Test Prep and Test-taking, Memory and Concentration, Stress Management, Time Management, Money Management, Presentation Skills, Notetaking Skills, Multiple Choice Tips, Digital Learning, Working in Groups.

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For students to engage with the art of creative writing and performance; encouraging students to exercise their writing and communication skills, while building confidence, accountability, and community.

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Indigenous Education and Engagement & The BASE presents Niniwag Night & Kings Gathering Knowledge is Strength (Featuring Keynote Justin Holness). Justin Holness is an artist, entrepreneur and founder of TR1BE Academy. 

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For students to engage with the art of creative writing and performance; encouraging students to exercise their writing and communication skills, while building confidence, accountability, and community.

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An opportunity for attendees of two of our staple programming (Kings Gathering & Circle of Queens) to come together for rich discussions, peer learning, and networking. 

Topic: Let Your Voice Be Heard: The Black Experience in Education

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Get the most out of your studies with these learning skills workshops: Learning Preference, Calm & Confident Test Prep and Test-taking, Memory and Concentration, Stress Management, Time Management, Money Management, Presentation Skills, Notetaking Skills, Multiple Choice Tips, Digital Learning, Working in Groups.

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For students to engage with the art of creative writing and performance; encouraging students to exercise their writing and communication skills, while building confidence, accountability, and community. 

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Join us every Tuesday for our virtual Book Club! We are inviting all Black identifying Humber and Guelph-Humber students to take part in our virtual book club. Each session will discuss and tackle intergenerational topics and themes regarding our community and self-identity. Registration is required!

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Welcome to Kings Gathering! Kings Gathering is a brave and supportive space for self-identifying Black men to essential inspire, empower and thrive together. You would not want to miss the opportunity to have discussions and connect with our community.

Join us on Thursday, September 23th @4:00 pm for our first gathering of the semester! Topic: (SPORTS FEVER)

Get to know our Advising & Career Services Staff as they sit down for a casual chat with our Career Centre Assistant, to discuss career success tips! Careers.humber.ca

Highlighting books from our collection written by authors from the toronto BIPOC community.

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Highlighting books and movies from our collection related to Black Filmmakers of Hollywood. We will feature it in the Humber Communique and have a place visible on our website. This is in relation to the Oscars event (April 26, 2021).

Check it out here!

Humber Lakeshore Grounds Interpretive Centre, along with The BASE presents a Fireside Chat with Quentin VerCetty. Engage in a lively virtual conversation about Black heritage in the Etobicoke community with local historians and artist. Learn about their stories and lived experiences as they candidly share their ups and downs and the lessons they have learned.

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Humber Lakeshore Grounds Interpretive Centre, along with The BASE presents a Fireside Chat with Channon Oyeniran. Engage in a lively virtual conversation about Black heritage in the Etobicoke community with local historians and artist. Learn about their stories and lived experiences as they candidly share their ups and downs and the lessons they have learned.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We are spilling the tea every other Thursday at 11:45am-12:15pm. Catch the conversation on Instagram @thebasehumber as we discuss various hot topics.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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Humber Lakeshore Grounds Interpretive Centre, along with The BASE presents a Fireside Chat with Natasha Henry. Engage in a lively virtual conversation about Black heritage in the Etobicoke community with local historians and artist. Learn about their stories and lived experiences as they candidly share their ups and downs and the lessons they have learned.

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During sessions, we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

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Virtually drop in and hang out with the gang!

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development, and many more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

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Workshop Objectives:

- Awareness of discrimination in Canada

- Development of attitudes and skills for dealing effectively with discrimination

- Knowledge of community resources for helping newcomers to address discrimination

We are spilling the tea every other Thursday at 11:45am-12:15pm. Catch the conversation on Instagram @thebasehumber as we discuss various hot topics.

Explore the passionate pursuits of Black women entrepreneurs in the documentary “She Did That.” Install the free Netflix Party extension for Google Chrome, grab your favourite movie snacks, and check your email on the day of the event for a link to join the party! Register for the event here.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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This educational workshop will focus on understanding history while allowing you to connect with others through music, spoken word, guest speakers and trivia. We invite you to join us and learn and be empowered by the stories of Afro-Caribbean-American-Canadian history.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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On Monday March 8th, the University of Guelph-Humber, Career & Placement Services will be recognizing female professionals on International Women's Day.

Women in Leadership – Monday, March 8, 2021

Join industry professionals from various fields to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities they have experienced throughout their career.  

Power Chats

10:30am - Nigela Purboo - Founder, Onyx Initiative
11:15am - Maria-Leena Clarke - Executive Director, Canada Basketball Foundation

Power Hour Networking

12:00pm-1:00pm - Join students, alumni, faculty, staff and employer partners for breakout sessions to network across all fields and industries

Join for the entire event, or log in at the time indicated for the session(s) of interest. 

Register Here: https://womeninleadership_u_gh.eventbrite.ca

Highlighting books, music and streaming videos from our collection related to the Black Women in Music. Will feature in the Communique and have a place visible on our website. This is in relation to International Women's Day.

Check out our collection here!

During sessions, we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

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Join The BASE, Humber Libraries and Seneca Student Life presents a Virtual Author Meet & Greet  with Eternity Martis, author of "They Said This Would Be Fun: Race, Campus Life, and Growing Up". This is an exclusive FREE event that is open to The BASE Page Turner book club members, and members of the public who have read the book to join.

Join Here: http://bit.ly/MeetAuthor04

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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Honouring multiple identities and in recognition of Black Mental Health Day, please join Accessible Learning Services in welcoming guest speaker Dr. Stephanie Fearon. Register here for the event.

We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development, and many more!

Join us in our Virtual Round Table Talk!

Join us as we watch episode one of a four-part series of Self-Made on Netflix. This Netflix series based on a true story follows an African American as she rises from poverty to build the first female self-made millionaire. A Canadian Netflix login is required along with the Netflix Party extension (now called Teleparty). A group discussion will follow the viewing.

Workshop Objectives:

- To examine your positionality within equity work

- To understand the Determinants of Health and its importance to Anti-oppression (EDI) practice

- To examine how equity can be centred in building Healthy and Inclusive Communities within (Access and Equity: Students & Employees; Curriculum and Programs, Campus Culture and Communication and Engagement)

We are spilling the tea every other Thursday at 11:45am-12:15pm. Catch the conversation on Instagram @thebasehumber as we discuss various hot topics.

The Media and Communication Studies Program invites you to join four outstanding leaders in the Canadian media, who will share their experiences as Black media professionals and answer your questions about amplifying diverse voices, tackling racial discrimination and thriving in a successful career.

While aimed particularly at Media students, all are welcome to attend, whether they are members of the Black community or active allies.

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Humber Presents our former students and alumni in a music industry roundtable. Kibwe Thomas, Allison Au, and Juan Carlos Medranos speak with Faculty member Dave Niell about their experiences working in music.

Register Here for Zoom Link:HumberAlumni.eventbrite.com

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We invite Black Identifying Humber & Guelph-Humber Students to take part in our virtual book club. Each session in February is dedicated to unpacking shared themes and topics related to our identity and community.

Registration is required!

Link: http://bit.ly/BASEbookform

Humber Music presents 5 time Grammy Award winner Antonio Sanchez, and 2021 Grammy Nominee Thana Alexa in Concert for Artist in Residence Week! Moderated by Humber Faculty and Snarky Puppy band member, Larnell Lewis

Register Here for Zoom Link: AntonioThana.eventbrite.com

Humber Presents Faculty Spotlight: Bandleader Panel. Humber boasts incredible facutly making new music. This inaugural session features: Dione Taylor, Guitar Department Head Jocelyn Gould, Amanda Tosoff, and Program Coordinator Composition Post-Grad Certificate Nancy Walker presented in conversation to talk about all things "bandleader." Moderated by Academic Program Manager, Hannah Burgé Luviano.

Register here for Zoom Link: HumberFaculty.eventbrite.com

During sessions, we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

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What does it mean to be a man in the 21st century? How does culture and music inform one's manhood? Join an interactive discussion on music, culture and masculinity hosted by The BASE and IE&E.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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Through an intersectional lens, participants in this session will:

• Identify and discuss the current challenges in professional environments experienced by Black professionals and the barriers that exists to addressing them

• Increase understanding of the concept of resiliency and its relevance for Black professionals in the work and learning environment

• Share tools and techniques that support the activation of resilience for Black community within the work and learning environment

We invite Black Identifying Humber & Guelph-Humber Students to take part in our virtual book club. Each session in February is dedicated to unpacking shared themes and topics related to our identity and community.

Registration is required!

Link: http://bit.ly/BASEbookform

Join us for our Tea Talk Thursdays on Instagram from 11:45-12:15 @thebasehumber as we tackle the Relationships and the Mind.

Virtually drop in and hang out with the gang!

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We invite Black Identifying Humber & Guelph-Humber Students to take part in our virtual book club. Each session in February is dedicated to unpacking shared themes and topics related to our identity and community.

Registration is required!

Link: http://bit.ly/BASEbookform

Humber Libraries is proud to promote the Black Excellence Conference 2021 by highlighting Black Entrepreneurship. Check out Humber Libraries for some good reads!

We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development, and many more!

Join us in our Virtual Round Table Talk! 

Virtually drop in and hang out with the gang!

Choose A Time

• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

Microsoft Team Link  

We invite Black Identifying Humber & Guelph-Humber Students to take part in our virtual book club. Each session in the month of February is dedicated to unpacking shared themes and topics related to our identity and community. 

Registration is required!

Link: http://bit.ly/BASEbookform

During sessions, we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

Microsoft Teams Link  

Choose A Time

• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development, and many more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

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Choose A Time

• 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
• 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
• 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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