April 6th, 2023
President's Message

Humber’s new Vice President, People(s) and Culture; and inaugural Vice President, Inclusion and Belonging

Today, I have some exciting news to share with the Humber community. We have two leaders moving into new senior roles key to our efforts to make Humber an inclusive and fantastic place to learn and work. 

Beginning May 8, Jennifer O'Brien will be joining Humber as Vice President, People(s) & Culture. In this role, Jennifer (she/her) will lead the Human Resources and Operational Effectiveness department and work with myself and the executive team to ensure the college is well positioned to recruit and retain top talent, respond to the changing nature of work and ensure equity in our human resources policies and...Read more

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March 8th, 2023
Blog Post

International Women’s Day: Celebrating Successes and Reflecting on the Road Ahead

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, we can’t lose sight of the fact that we still...Read more

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February 23rd, 2023
Blog Post

Working to create an inclusive Humber community

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 we must strive to ensure that everyone feels a sense...Read more

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