Goal 1:
Recruit and support an increasingly diverse group of students from countries around the globe
Highlights
2017 Local Representative Training Workshop
In August 2017, the International Centre’s recruitment team hosted a group of 50 local Humber representatives for a one-day workshop at the Lakeshore Campus. The purpose of the workshop was to familiarize representatives with Humber’s processes and procedures from application through to student acceptance and beyond. Participants in the workshop also had the opportunity to critically review sample student applications in order to gain better insight into the application evaluation process. Event facilitators included members of the international recruitment team, the international admissions team, and IT systems staff from both the International Centre and the Registrar’s Office. The format of the workshop was based on similar Humber-hosted workshops in Mexico, Brazil and Colombia.
HumberBrasil Facebook Page
In April 2017, the HumberBrasil page was launched on Facebook in order to engage with the growing Brazilian population both at Humber and those considering Humber as their study destination. The page currently has a growing network of over 1,900, and Brazilian students at Humber are connecting with each other through this online community to organize social and sporting events and to ask questions to the community. HumberBrasil’s content includes unique interview content (PapoHumber), links to events happening at Humber and in the Toronto area, responses to student queries, and more.
International Student Services
The International Centre’s Student Services team continues to provide essential services and support programs designed to help international students adapt to new environments, grow, and develop intercultural competencies.
Key Programs/Services for international students include:
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Pre-Departure Workshops, Skype Chats, Tweet-Ups, live broadcasts on Facebook, and a “Virtual Passport” online orientation
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Connect mentorship program
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On-campus International Student Welcome/Orientation and special Meet and Greet events for first semester students
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Passport to Success program
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Access to academic support resources
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Monthly events, trips, and workshops
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Immigration advising
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International Education Week & Global Lens Photography Exhibit
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Alumni engagement
Humber is committed to providing the highest quality education and an exceptional learning experience for a diverse student body. Humber’s well-established international recruitment strategy has enabled strong market share in emerging markets such as Nigeria, Jamaica and Vietnam. Over 4,700 international students from 138+ countries attended Humber in the 2016/17 academic year, contributing to the vibrant fabric of Humber’s global community.
Highlights of the Year
Algonquin Thanksgiving Trip
During the Thanksgiving weekend, Humber led a group of 46 adventurous International students to beautiful Algonquin Park. Students experienced the fall colours, canoe trips and hiking trails, and learned how to cook outside, build fires and about the wildlife that call Algonquin Park home. But most of all, they created memories that truly enhance their experience here at Humber!
International Education Week & Global Lens Photography Exhibit
From November 14-18, 2016, the International Centre hosted International Education Week (IEW) on both North and Lakeshore campuses. Through interactive activities, entertainment, language cafes, and a globally-themed art exhibit, IEW gives the Humber community the opportunity to learn about various countries and their unique culture.
The Global Lens Photography Exhibit (GLE) is a visual demonstration of students learning and faculty/staff experiences through study and work opportunities. In 2016 the G.L.E. was transformed into an online gallery where visitors can view the world through diverse lenses.
Humber Goes Global provides an opportunity to participants to learn about various countries and their unique characteristics including food, traditional clothing and language. This past year, Mauritius, Brazil, Taiwan and Poland were featured at booths at both Humber campuses. Students who lived in, travelled to, or studied these countries shared their personal stories and cultural insights with the Humber community.
Language Cafés in Mandarin (China) and Portuguese (Brazil) were offered during IEW at both campuses. Participants had the opportunity to learn a few words in a different language and share their cultural interests.
Students who have worked or studied abroad (including international students who are studying in Canada) shared their experience, interacted with visitors, and shared stories from their travels abroad.
Student Success
Many international students at Humber are recognized for their academic, personal, and career successes. This year we are showcasing international alumni who are excelling in their careers.
Current Position: Executive Assistant
Humber Program: Alternative Dispute Resolution (2017); Global Business Management (2013)
Recent Successes: While on my recent maternity leave, I chose to take the Alternative Dispute Resolution Program at Humber to add a new skill set to my profile. Through the program I was offered the opportunity to intern with "Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Canada- ADRIC"
How has the Humber experience influenced your career and successes?
I believe that Humber has played a very active role in my career development. The program design and internship opportunities are the greatest gifts Humber could have offered me. I wouldn’t be where I am today without them. Excellent campus resources and guidance by Advisors are a part of my success story as well. Getting exposure as a Student Ambassador with Humber College's International Centre was a life changer for me.
Current Position: Web Developer at GM Canada
Humber Program: Multimedia Design and Development (Formerly called Multimedia Design and Production Technician)
Year graduated: 2010
Recent Successes: Developed email campaigns which had an average open rate of 40% and click rate of 7%.
How has the Humber experience influenced your career and successes?
Humber helped me form a solid foundation of what I needed to get into the tech industry. After graduation, I had a portfolio that would "wow" prospective employers. I also had real-world work experience, which I gained through our internship program.
Current Position: Senior Manager – Enterprise Solutions
Humber Program: Business Administration/Business Management
Year graduated: 2006
Recent Successes: Starting a new eye clinic with my wife by helping her with the management, logistics, sales, marketing and administration side of the business.
I have been with my current company for less than 6 months, and I was recently promoted to Senior Manager, managing the fortune 500 companies globally.
I am a proud home owner, having purchased our first home in Canada.
I recently joined the organization “Junior Achievement (JA Ontario)” as a voluntary teacher, teaching Grade 7 & 8 kids the value of saving money and what to expect in the real world after graduating from school.
Current Position: Master Candidate of Journalism at Carleton and Teaching Assistant
Humber Program: Broadcast television/ videography
Year graduated: 2010
Recent Successes: Board of Governor’s award – Humber College
Robert and Alyce Martin Scholarship – Carleton Entrance Scholarship
In 2014 I became a civil servant after passing a very competitive exam to work as a reporter for a Brazilian public broadcaster.
“My success Mantra is 'believe in what you do... believe in what you dream... as dreams are the flashback of reality.' I give all the credit to Humber for my success in Canada.”
Sonali Thaker
“I appreciate every single person I met at Humber; without them, my life would not be the same in Canada and I would not be able to achieve what I have accomplished thus far. Thank you and Happy Birthday, Humber!”
Fu-Chieh Yao (Jay)
“Today I can proudly say that the success in my career and profession is purely due to the education, moral support and the best ongoing guidance that I received at the Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning.”
Kapil Chothani
"When I started my program at Humber I had great expectations, but my experience in the BRTV program surpassed that! The teachers from my program were not only great teachers, all of them had worked in the television business and were able to give us a real insight.”
Bárbara d’Oro