Transitions to Success

Welcome to the Easy Start Transition Program hosted by Accessible Learning Services! We are thrilled that you will be joining our community of learners at Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber. Whether this is your first time enrolled in post-secondary studies or you are continuing your studies, this website provides valuable information and transition tips.

VIDEO: Welcome Video

Welcome message from Desta McCalla, Associate Director

VIDEO: Welcome Video

Welcome message from Ian Crookshank, Dean of Students

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Equity Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber (Humber) are leaders in providing a learning, working and living environment that recognizes and values equity, diversity and inclusion in all its programs and services. Humber commits to reflect the diversity and intersectionality of the communities the college serves. students, faculty, support and administrative staff feel a sense of belonging and have opportunities to be their authentic selves.

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Land Acknowledgement

Humber College is located within the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit. Known as Adoobiigok, the “place of the black alders” in Michi Saagiig language, the region is uniquely situated along Humber River watershed, which historically provided an integral connection for Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Wendat peoples between the Ontario lakeshore and Lake Simcoe/Georgian Bay regions. Now home to people of numerous nations, Adoobiigok continues to provide a vital source of interconnection for all. For more information, visit the to Indigenous Education & Engagement (LRC2137) North Campus, (WEL301) Lakeshore Campus or https://humber.ca/indigenous/

Modules

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Module 1 : Transition to Post-Secondary
  • Differences between High School and College/University
  • Transition Readiness Checklist
  • Transition Stories
  • Transitions Booklet
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Module 2 : Accessible Learning Services
  • Role of Accessible Learning Services
  • Accommodation Letters
  • Understanding Your Disability
  • Meet the ALS team
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Module 3 : Communicating with Professors

  • Importance of Communicating with Professors
  • Requesting an Accommodation
  • Email Etiquette
  • Sample Emails to Professors
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Module 4 : Surviving Your First Month

  • Wellness and Post-Secondary
  • Stress Management Toolkit
  • Time Management Strategies
  • How to Build Your Student Life

Interactive Events

We hosted four live sessions to provide learners with an opportunity to connect with us directly. To view the recordings, please click the button below.

Link To Session Recordings
Module 1