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10th Annual Humber Advising Conference - Registration Now Open - Posted on April 17, 2025

Posted:
April 17, 2025
Poster for the 10th Annual Humber Advising Conference

The 10th Annual Humber Advising Conference is just around the corner! Join us for Future Learners, Future Landscapes: Shaping Higher Education for 2035.
 
We are excited to welcome faculty, program coordinators, advisors, and staff from all departments and academic Faculties at Humber and the University of Guelph-Humber — and this year, we’re also welcoming guests from other post-secondary institutions. Together, we'll discuss, share, and learn about student success techniques, skills, and the key issues shaping the future of higher education.
 
Registration is now open!

Visit our website for more information and to register. Stay tuned for the schedule of events and session details coming soon.

Well-Being Strategy Annual Report - Call for Submissions - Posted on April 17, 2025

Posted:
April 17, 2025
Contact:
Jinhee (Jin) Lee

Well-being at Humber Polytechnic and University of Guelph-Humber is a shared commitment, and we’re excited to highlight the incredible initiatives making an impact. As we prepare the 2024-2025 Well-being Strategy Annual Report, we’re collecting stories, data, and insights from teams and individuals across our community. 

If you or your team have a program or initiative that aligns with the Well-being Strategy—whether supporting students, staff, or both—we’d love to showcase your work. We’re specifically looking for data and insights from the 2024-2025 academic year (September 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025) to highlight your impact. This is a great opportunity to share your successes, inspire others, and contribute to a culture of well-being at Humber. 

Submit online: Call for Submissions 

Deadline: May 9, 2025 

If you have any questions or would like to discuss an opportunity to collaborate, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Jin at jinhee.lee@humber.ca.

Food Services Hours of Operation - Posted on April 17, 2025

Posted:
April 17, 2025

Food Services hours of operation from April 21 to 27. 

North Campus Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Residence 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.  CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Street Café 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED
Starbucks - LRC CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Starbucks - Town Hall 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4 p.,m 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4 .p.m CLOSED CLOSED
Tim Hortons 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Subway 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
GH CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Hawks CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Staff Lounge CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Food Emporium 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Booster Juice  9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Villa Madina CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Trades Café 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 7.30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 7.30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED
The Spot CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Linx Loune CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Bento Sushi 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED
Ackee Tree/Spiked Patties 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED
               
Lakeshore Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Starbucks 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED
L-Commons CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Booster Juice CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
OTG 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Tim Hortons 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
CH - Street Café CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Arena CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED
Residence Cafeteria (4th Floor) 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.  CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED

Lindsay Walker Wins AASHE Fellows Award for Significant Contributions to the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education - Posted on April 17, 2025

Posted:
April 17, 2025
Contact:
Sandra Leutri

I am pleased to share that Lindsay Walker, Humber Polytechnic’s Director of Sustainability, has been announced as a recipient of the inaugural Fellows Award from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). The AASHE Fellows Award recognizes mid-career individuals who are significantly contributing to the advancement of sustainability in higher education.  

A total of ten individuals were selected to receive the award. They were judged on the impact of their projects and programs; product contributions that advance sustainability in higher education; presentations and publications; and service and mentorship.  

Over the past 12 years, Lindsay’s leadership has positioned Humber Polytechnic as a global sustainability leader. She has led major initiatives—such as the Friendlier reusable container program, Bee Campus and Fair Trade Certifications, and Low Waste Event Spaces—embedding sustainability into institutional strategies and daily operations. Under her guidance, Humber has completed four STARS reports, each earning a better score than the last, and developed three sustainability strategies targeting different areas of sustainability including waste, social and economic empowerment, climate awareness, and student engagement.

Throughout her career, Lindsay has been a dedicated mentor and advocate for advancing sustainability in both academic and broader community contexts. She regularly advises peers and emerging professionals across Canada, sharing her expertise through presentations, publications, and thought leadership. In addition to her work at Humber Polytechnic, Lindsay contributes to climate action beyond the post-secondary sector, including her role on the City of Toronto’s Climate Advisory Group and Evergreen Brickworks’ Board of Directors. Her commitment continues to drive progress toward equitable, climate solutions across sectors. 

Please join me in celebrating Lindsay Walker on this outstanding accomplishment!

Jason Seright
Vice-President, Inclusion, Belonging & Student Experience

Longo Faculty of Business Dean's Newsletter - March 2025 - Posted on April 16, 2025

Posted:
April 16, 2025

The Longo Faculty of Business is pleased to share the March edition of the monthly Dean's Newsletter. 

Visit: business.humber.ca/deans-news.html

Global Summer School - Posted on April 16, 2025

Posted:
April 16, 2025

We encourage Humber instructors to share this opportunity with their students.

Did you know that Humber is offering a fast and engaging way for students to complete an elective this summer? Humber’s Global Summer School (GSS) is a unique opportunity to earn academic credit in just three weeks in July while collaborating with students from diverse backgrounds and gaining real-world experience.  

New this year: We now offer an Upper-Level Degree Breadth Elective option. 

Program Dates: July 14 to August 1, 2025 (Monday to Friday from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.) 
Location: Lakeshore Campus 
Registration Opens: Monday, March 24, 2025 
Final Registration Deadline: Friday, May 9, 2025 

https://humber.ca/global-opportunities/global-summer-school/current-humber-student-global-summer-school.html

Why Choose Humber’s Global Summer School? 

  • Complete an elective credit in just three weeks.
  • Take part in interactive, real-world learning experiences.
  • Connect with students from different disciplines and backgrounds.
  • Learn from Humber faculty and industry experts.
  • Enjoy fun social activities like global karaoke and movie nights.

Courses Available: 

  • Diploma/Advanced Diploma Electives (GNED Credit) 
  • ECE 113 – Children Play and Creativity 
  • SOCI 207 – Social Entrepreneurship: People, Profit, and the Planet 
  • GGRN 100 – Foundation of Sustainability 
  • Degree Breadth Electives (NEW! Upper-Level Option Available) 
  • BHSW 1001 – Health and Wellness Concepts (Lower Level, S&T) 
  • BUS 3505 – Intercultural Communications (Lower Level, SCC) 
  • MEDC 1006 – Social Media (Lower Level, SCC) 
  • SOCI 1500 – Human Rights, Diversity, and Social Inclusion (Lower Level, SCC) 
  • JOUR 3012 – Becoming a Podcaster: Introduction to Podcasting (Lower Level, SCC) 
  • NEW Course! SOCI 3200 – Thinking in Systems: How to Understand and Tackle Complex Problems (Upper-Level Degree Breadth Elective, SCC) 
  • Course Elective (For ARC, CIVIL, Sustainable Energy, & Construction Engineering Tech Students); GNED- Diploma and/or Advanced Diploma Elective 
  • PROJ 303 – Optimizing High-Performance Building Design 

Notes: the cost of the course being charged during the summer and full-time course load fees still being applicable for future terms.  

Not sure if a course fits your academic path? Check with an academic advisor before registering.

How to Register: 

  • Express interest via the Registrar's Office by submitting a Records/Registration eForm through MyHumber.  Please ensure you submit your E-form no later than May 6. 
  • Pay a tuition deposit to begin registration. 
  • Search "Global Summer School" under “Course and Elective Attributes” in MyHumber to see all available courses. 
  • Add course to the Registration Area 
  • Submit and ensure you see the “Registered” 
  • Don’t miss this opportunity to earn credit, expand your global perspective, and make the most of your summer.

Questions? Email us at globalsummerschool@humber.ca.  

Join us for an unforgettable summer! 

CIHW is Seeking Faculty Collaboration on Innovative Course Projects - Posted on April 16, 2025

Posted:
April 16, 2025
Contact:
Nicole Tonus-Conti
Student speaking at podium.

The Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness (CIHW) is seeking to engage Humber faculty members from all programs who are interested in collaborating with us in the focus areas of:  

  • Aging in the community
  • Health equity
  • Health technology
  • Mental health and youth
  • Prevention/management of chronic diseases

If you have capstones, course assignments or other projects in the 2025-2026 academic year and would like to partner with us, contact nicole.tonus-conti@humber.ca.

Tuition Reimbursement for Dependents – New Submission Process - Posted on April 16, 2025

Posted:
April 16, 2025
Contact:
Humber Dependent Tuition Reimbursements

The deadline for all full-time staff to submit their Winter 2025 Dependent Tuition Reimbursement applications is approaching! 

Starting today, employees must complete the Tuition Reimbursement request via MS Forms and provide the required information for review and processing. Previously, a form had to be downloaded and completed and submitted to Total Rewards.

What is the Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Benefit? 

This benefit is available for active full-time employees for their eligible dependents, and this financial reimbursement is provided on a semester basis to cover a portion of the dependent’s eligible tuition fees.  

How to Submit a Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Claim: 

  1. Please complete the Humber Dependent Tuition Reimbursements Form for review and processing by Humber Dependent Tuition Reimbursements.
  2. Employees may contact tuitionreimbursements@humber.ca for further assistance. 

For further information on Employee and Dependent eligibility criteria, please review the Tuition Reimbursement for Dependents policy. 

More information on Tuition Reimbursements for dependents offered to all employees can be found on the People(s) & Culture Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarships page, and on the Employee Perks page on the People(s) & Culture website. 

The submission deadline for the Winter 2025 applications is Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Humber Employee Travel Advisory to the U.S. - Posted on April 16, 2025

Posted:
April 16, 2025

Dear colleagues,

With recent developments and a travel advisory issued by the Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT), we are advising all Humber Polytechnic employees to exercise caution and/or avoid non-essential travel to the United States at this time.

The advisory reflects growing concerns about increased scrutiny at U.S. borders, as highlighted in an update from Global Affairs Canada, and potential challenges for academics and staff, particularly those involved in research or work related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. There is also concern about additional scrutiny of those who express political views that are in opposition to current U.S. administration policies publicly and on social media.

If travel to the U.S. is necessary for work purposes, please speak with your supervisor in advance. If travel to the U.S. is required, we strongly recommend reviewing what information is stored on your devices and taking appropriate steps to safeguard sensitive data.

Though we do not believe there to be any personal danger in travel to the U.S., we want to limit any difficulties our employees may encounter when trying to enter the country.

Thank you for your attention and caution.

Sincerely,

Jennifer O’Brien
Vice-President, People(s), Culture and Organizational Excellence

Part-Time Staff Summer 2025 Semester Parking Permits - Posted on April 15, 2025

Posted:
April 15, 2025

Part-time staff Summer 2025 semester parking permits will be available for online purchase through MyHumber at 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, April 22.

Humber Parking Services
parking.sales@humber.ca

Natalie Green is Humber’s New Associate Dean Digital Learning - Posted on April 15, 2025

Posted:
April 15, 2025

I am very pleased to announce that Natalie Green is Humber's new Associate Dean Digital Learning. Natalie brings a wealth of educational technology, curriculum development, and instructional design expertise to Humber. She is excited about joining the Humber team at this time to contribute to the vision for reimagining learning. Natalie will be responsible for providing leadership to the Digital Learning team as well as support to the Associate Vice-President Teaching & Learning, the Centre for Innovative Learning, and the entire Humber community to advance teaching and learning innovation.

Natalie joins Humber from Conestoga College where, most recently, she held the position of Program Manager in the School of Business. In her role at Conestoga, Natalie was responsible for leading a team of curriculum developers to support the growth of online and flexible programs. Prior to her role at Conestoga, Natalie was the Associate Director, Distance and Continuing Education at Open Learning and Educational Support (OpenEd) at the University of Guelph. She provided vision and leadership in instructional design, quality assurance, and program and business development, and led production and logistics teams to deliver over 400 degree and non-degree credit courses, including micro-credential programs such as diplomas, certificates, and digital badges. She also supported the development of three fully online programs at the University of Guelph-Humber. Natalie also has extensive experience in supporting learning and curriculum development and leading teams with an emphasis on advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Natalie holds a Master of Educational Technology (MET) from the University of British Columbia and is a certified Instructional Designer. She has held a number of leadership roles including President of the Ontario Council for University Lifelong Learning (OCULL).

Natalie will start in her new position at Humber on May 26, 2025. Please join me in welcoming Natalie to Humber.

Vera Beletzan
Associate Vice-President, Teaching & Learning

Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness (CIHW) Health Innovation Challenge 2025 Recap - Posted on March 21, 2025

Posted:
March 21, 2025
Student speaking on a microphone

We are thrilled to share the success of our 2025 Health Innovation Challenge. This year’s challenge brought together 40 talented students from 19 different programs from six faculties across Humber and Guelph-Humber as Humber Health Innovators, to create concepts for community-based, culturally sensitive, and family-focused programs to enhance the positive mental well-being of immigrant and refugee families in Peel Region. 

This year, our student teams gained real world experience by working with mentors from five different community organizations, and we extend a heartfelt thank you to our mentors from Peel Newcomer Strategy Group, COSTI Immigrant Services, Roots Community Services, Punjabi Community Health Services, and Family Services of Peel, for guiding the Humber Health Innovator teams through this project. Many thanks as well to Dr. Blanca Bolea-Almanac, Psychiatrist and Scientist, Women's College Hospital for providing her time and insights to the teams as they developed their program concepts.

We heard from our inspiring keynote speaker, Aamna Ashraf, Senior Manager of Health Equity at CAMH, whose insights set a motivating tone for the day, and our community partner Dr. Cilia Mejia-Lancheros, Institute for Better Health - Trillium Health Partners, whose expertise and guidance was instrumental in shaping the students' projects. Dr. Mejia-Lancheros shared the performance of a Colombian Cumbia Traditional Dance, adding a vibrant touch to the event and showcasing the rich diversity within our community and our connection to the land. 

The highlight of the day was the live pitches by the student teams, where they presented their program concepts to the audience. Their hard work and dedication were evident as their presentations generated strong engagement from the audience.

This year’s Health Innovation Challenge not only provided a platform for Humber students to showcase their innovative ideas but also emphasized the importance of cross faculty and inter- disciplinary work in solving complex problems such as accessibility of mental health supports for newcomers in an inclusive way. Through this innovative project and many such more, CIHW is creating a healthier tomorrow for all!

Do you have an innovative idea or know of an industry partner who wants ot engage in applied research in health and innovation? Connect and email us at vanita.varma@humber.ca.

Full-time Academic Seniority List and Partial-load Service Credit List - Posted on March 4, 2025

Posted:
March 4, 2025

Academic Full-time and Partial-load Faculty,

The full-time academic seniority list, and partial-load service credit list are currently available on Humber’s People(s) & Culture webpage. The lists are accessible directly via this link: Seniority Lists & Service Credits List - Humber Polytechnic.

Faculty are reminded to review the information contained therein, as it shall be considered correct for all purposes unless its accuracy is disputed within two weeks of posting.

Queries related to the list may be made to the HR Support Centre via one of the following methods:

General questions about these lists can also be directed to info@opseu562.org.

For more information on seniority & service credit posting dates and timelines, please refer to Article 27.04 of the Academic Collective Agreement.

Sincerely,

Marie-Josee Smith
Director, Client Services
Employee & Labour Relations

Miloš Vasić
President, Humber Faculty
Union (OPSEU 562)

Carrington Christmas, Indigenous Curriculum & Pedagogy Specialist - Posted on December 6, 2024

Posted:
December 6, 2024
Contact:
Danielle Jeancart

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Carrington Christmas as the Indigenous Curriculum & Pedagogy Specialist. Carrington will join the Humber community in her new position on December 9, 2024  

Carrington Christmas (Black Scotian-Mi’kmaw and German) is a neurodivergent aunty, stepmom, dog mom, storyteller, and gamer extraordinaire. A member of the urban Indigenous community of Tkaronto, she was born and raised in Mississauga and has deep family connections to Springhill and Digby, Nova Scotia, and Herbert, Saskatchewan. These places and the stories they hold are integral to her sense of identity and belonging and the interwoven histories that inform her work and worldview.

Carrington’s education journey began as a youth in the Friendship Centre Movement, where she experienced the transformative power of community and relationship-building. Over the past decade, she has worked at grassroots, provincial, national, and international levels, contributing to curriculum and instructional design, facilitation, and professional development. These experiences have informed her approach, grounded in radical tenderness, relational accountability, and the power of storytelling as a tool for change.

Carrington holds a Master of Education in Urban Indigenous Education from York University, where she deepened her understanding of the systemic changes needed to decolonize education. For her, education is a continuous act of care that nurtures relationships, cultivates learning, and paves the way for our collective liberation.

Please join me in congratulating Carrington in her new role.

Danielle Jeancart
Associate Dean, Indigenous Education & Engagement

Retirement Announcement for Sandy Shivratan - Posted on November 7, 2024

Posted:
November 7, 2024
Contact:
Innovative Learning

After over 30 years at Humber, Sandy Shivratan has decided to retire.

Sandy started at Humber in 1990 in the Bookstore and later joined the Office of the Registrar. She then moved to the Open Learning Centre and played an important role supporting online course deliveries and maintaining the institution's presence in OntarioLearn. As the department grew and merged to form Innovative Learning (formerly Centre for Teaching & Learning), Sandy transitioned into a Coordinator role and supported the Digital Learning team. She currently works as the Program Support Officer and coordinates faculty-focused workshops, certificates, micro-credentials and institution-wide events such as Showcase, Faculty Orientation and TEP Graduation.

Sandy’s dedication, expertise and friendly demeanour will be missed. We wish her all the best in this new chapter!

Sandy’s last day at Humber will be December 20, 2024.
A virtual card has been created and we invite you all to add a message of well-wishes and memories.

Please join us in congratulating Sandy on her upcoming retirement!

New Full-Time Pathways Programs Faculty Member - Posted on August 29, 2024

Posted:
August 29, 2024

We are delighted to announce the successful appointment of Estefanía Toledo as a full-time faculty member in our Pathways Programs in the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Estefanía brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to fostering inclusive and transformative learning environments and we are delighted that she will be joining our team this fall.

As an educator, Estefanía has a strong track record of employing learner-centred and evidence-based teaching practices to create spaces of belonging for learners from equity-deserving communities. Estefaní’s dedication is evident in her inclusive lesson plans and assessments, active learning strategies, and assignments designed to cultivate critical thinking skills and meet course learning outcomes. In her previous roles as an instructor at the University of Toronto and Ontario Tech University, Estefanía developed curricula that introduced students to essential academic strategies, supporting them in developing metacognition skills, applying learning strategies, cultivating help-seeking behaviours, and strengthening self-advocacy.

During her tenure at Humber, Estefanía has designed and delivered transformational learning experiences that align with our Mission and Vision, particularly in reducing mental health stigma and adopting Humber’s Learning Outcomes in co-curricular programs and service design. As the lead curriculum developer for Well-being at Humber and Recognize, Respond and Support Learners in Distress (RRS), she has provided crucial training to faculty, staff and students, promoting values of empathy, radical healing, and inclusive education.

Estefanía also played a significant role in developing the Student Wellness and Equitable Learning Co-curricular Framework, integrating local and national frameworks to enhance learner well-being at the institute. Her contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the President’s Extra Mile award and the Canadian Association of College & University Student Services’ Innovation Award.

As an emerging critical scholar, Estefanía is dedicated to disrupting systemic barriers and building culturally-sustaining and life-affirming spaces in higher education. Her dissertation on the experiences of Latinx/a/o in higher education, recognized with the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Doctoral award, highlights her commitment to using culturally-relevant frameworks and methods for social impact. At Humber, she has led various research and assessment activities, employing arts-based methods to understand and improve student mental health and well-being.

Estefanía’s extensive knowledge in student development, strengths-based frameworks, and critical pedagogies will undoubtedly contribute to the success and retention of students in our Pathways Programs. Estefanía’s passion for justice, commitment to access, and academic expertise makes her an ideal addition to our faculty.

Please join us in welcoming Estefanía to her new role.

Christina Meredith, MSW, PhD (she/her)
Associate Dean, Pathways Programs
Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences

Welcome Michelle Oosterman, Director of Marketing and Web Presence - Posted on August 19, 2024

Posted:
August 19, 2024

I am pleased to welcome Michelle Oosterman to Humber, in the role of Director of Marketing and Web Presence. In this new position, Michelle will oversee Humber’s marketing and web vision and strategies while stewarding our corporate brand, marketing and recruitment campaigns and web presence and initiatives. 

Michelle will lead and work with the marketing and web teams to develop and implement marketing and recruitment campaigns, advertising and promotions, design and production, web development and programming, user experience design and materials to support our marketing and web presence. She will also lead plans to market and promote Humber’s leadership in polytechnic education and will work with senior leadership, Faculties and departments to contribute to recruitment and conversion activities. She will also lead web and multimedia projects and approaches to website and multi-platform storytelling, including ongoing implementation of the Digital Experience Platform. 

We are excited to welcome Michelle and her extensive and varied experience to Humber. She joins us from Manulife where she worked as a marketing communications consultant in the Investment Management practice, focusing on strengthening marketing communications and overall practice management to improve client engagement and promote operational effectiveness. Prior to Manulife, Michelle was Director, Communications, Stakeholder Relations and Marketing at CAAT Pension Plan where she led the marketing and communications functions and contributed to the organization’s growth and transformation. 

Michelle has also held senior and director level marketing, web, brand and communications roles at KPMG Canada, CIBC, Scotiabank, Indigo and LCBO, working in both domestic and international positions. 

As previously mentioned, Michelle, along with Emily Milic will report to me and lead their respective marketing and web and communications functions.

Please join me in congratulating and welcoming Michelle to Humber. If you have any questions about the Marketing and Web team’s services or ideas you would like to share, please connect with her directly.

Andrew Leopold
Associate Vice-President, Marketing and Communications

Retirement: Valerie Walton - Posted on July 30, 2024

Posted:
July 30, 2024
Invitation card adorned with flowers

After 23 years at the College, Valerie Walton has decided to retire.

Valerie started the post-secondary part of her career at the University of Guelph-Humber as a library technician. She then joined Humber Library’s Lakeshore campus, where she has helped countless students and faculty, and provided great support to librarians, especially to the three collections librarians at Humber during her tenure. Valerie’s knowledge and experience have been invaluable to the Library team and periodical collection, but I know the most important thing to her has been providing positive experiences for library users, particularly students.

Valerie’s last day at the College will be August 30, 2024.

Please join us in congratulating Valerie on her upcoming retirement! A virtual retirement card has been created. You are welcome to add a message and best wishes for Valerie by August 29. We are planning to gather on Friday, August 30 for an afternoon tea/coffee at Lakeshore Campus Library in B202 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. as we say goodbye and wish Valerie a happy retirement.

Please RSVP by August 23.

Emily Milic to Become Director of Communications - Posted on July 15, 2024

Posted:
July 15, 2024

I am pleased to announce that beginning this week, Emily Milic is taking on an expanded role at Humber as the Director of Communications. 

Emily first joined Humber as Manager PR and Communications in 2018 and became Associate Director, Communications in 2021. Emily is an integral part of Humber’s corporate, internal and emergency management communications and public relations efforts. In her new role, Emily will be responsible for developing and implementing Humber’s communication strategies. She will oversee communications, public relations, media relations and social media activities while building executive, corporate and internal communications. Emily will lead her team in developing and implementing communications plans to promote Humber’s leadership in polytechnic education, Humber Inspired and students’ and employees’ contributions and accomplishments to external and internal audiences. She will work with senior leadership, Faculties and departments to share success stories and ensure an integrated approach to supporting and promoting activities and events happening across Humber. Emily will also lead issues management and brand/reputation communications and will be a designated Humber spokesperson. 

During her time as Associate Director, Emily led DSX Communications, Humber’s COVID-19 communications response, and co-chaired the Communications Leads Working Group at Humber, fostering greater information sharing and collaboration across the institution. Under her leadership, media mentions increased more than 263 per cent over the last year; along with social media increases of 11 per cent in engagements, and growth to more than 500,000 followers across Humber’s corporate social platforms. 

With respect to GRMC department structure, as previously communicated by Kelly Jackson, we will soon be announcing a Director of Marketing and Web Presence. The two directors will report to me and lead their respective functions.

Please join me in congratulating Emily. If you have any questions about the Communications team’s services or ideas you would like to share, please connect with her directly.

Andrew Leopold
AVP Marketing and Communications

Colleen Ball, Acting Associate Dean, Math & Research - Posted on June 3, 2024

Posted:
June 3, 2024
Contact:
Nora Esperanza

I am excited to let you know that Colleen Ball will be taking on the role of Acting Associate Dean, Mathematics & Research, effective Monday, June 3, 2024 until August 22, 2025.

Colleen Ball holds a master’s degree in mathematics from the University of British Columbia within the field of mathematical biology. Her work on the evolution of viruses resulted in multiple publications within peer-reviewed journals. 

Colleen joined Humber as a full-time professor in 2015 and has taught a variety of courses within the mathematics department. With her colleagues in the department of mathematics, she co-edited and revised an online statistics textbook to provide students with a quality, open-source resource. Colleen values innovation in teaching and recently brought the concept of thinking classrooms into her mathematics of finance course, with positive reviews from students.

In 2020, Colleen took on the role of program coordinator. Within this role, she has provided leadership at both the course and program level. Recently, she has provided support for the mathematics courses offered within the Engineering degree program as they undergo the process of accreditation. Colleen played a key role in bringing IDEAS, an open-source assessment platform, to the mathematics department. This free tool has been adopted within every mathematics and statistics course offered through the mathematics department. Along with her colleagues, Colleen won the 2021 League Innovation of the Year award for their work on the implementation of this system at Humber.

Colleen looks forward to her new role at Humber.

Please join me in welcoming Colleen to her new role!

John Stilla
Senior Dean, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences

Noisy Work Around CTI408 - Posted on March 13, 2025

Posted:
March 13, 2025
Contact:
Andrea Cipriano
Tel:
Project Coordinator, Capital Development

Please note that there is construction happening in the corridor space right outside of CTI408 (Barrett CTI) and there will be noisy work on Friday, March 14 and Monday, March 17 starting anytime after 8 a.m. until around 3 p.m.  

Thank you.

Lakeshore Fitness Centre Closed March 6 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Posted on March 5, 2025

Posted:
March 5, 2025

The Lakeshore Fitness Centre will be closed Thursday, March 6 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. due to water shut down for a City of Toronto hydrant repair.

The Facility is scheduled to re-open at 3 p.m. with regular programming and fitness classes resuming at this time. 

Sorry for any inconvience. Immediate updates will be posted on our website and social channels. 

@humberlakeshore_athletics

 

Starbucks at Lakeshore Campus is Closed Due to a Water Leak - Posted on March 4, 2025

Posted:
March 4, 2025

Due to a water leak at Lakeshore Campus that is impacting Starbucks, that location will be closed for the remainder of the week. It will reopen on Monday, March 10.

Closure Notice: Lakeshore A319 Student Space - Posted on January 14, 2025

Posted:
January 14, 2025

Please note that the A319 Student Space located at the Lakeshore Campus will be closed on Saturday, January 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thank you.

Interruption to Entrance E at North Campus - Posted on January 8, 2025

Posted:
January 8, 2025
Parking Lots Map

Dear Humber Community,

Due to crane work on January 9, Entrance E at North Campus will be closed for approximately 30 minutes around 9:30 a.m. During this time, we recommend using Entrance A for easier access.

Drivers using Lots 13 and 14 will be most affected by this closure. Entrance E will remain open for the rest of the day; however, please be mindful of potential delays due to increased traffic flow.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as this work progresses. Initially planned for one day, the work encountered unexpected delays due to the extremely cold weather. Please see the attached map for further details.

Thank you,
Humber Facilities Management

Notice of Crane Lift Operation - Posted on January 6, 2025

Posted:
January 6, 2025
Contact:
Hedi Rahmat
Lift Path Map

Dear Humber Community,

Please be advised that a crane lift operation is scheduled to take place at Building C on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 between 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

During this time, the area around 205 Humber College Blvd. will be restricted to ensure safety. This includes:

  • Limited access to nearby parking areas.
  • Restricted pedestrian paths as marked by signage.
  • Controlled building exits leading to the lift zone.

We encourage everyone to plan alternate routes and adhere to on-site safety barriers and signage. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a smooth and safe operation. 

Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences Offices - Posted on October 18, 2024

Posted:
October 18, 2024

Please note the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences offices at both the North and Lakeshore campuses will be closed on Wednesday, October 23. The offices will reopen on Thursday, October 24 at 8:30 a.m. 

If you have any questions, please contact us at flas@humber.ca.

Thank you,

Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences

E131 Attendant Care Washroom Under Repairs - Posted on October 18, 2024

Posted:
October 18, 2024

Please note that the E131 Attendant Care Washroom at North Campus is currently out of order until further notice as it is undergoing repairs.

Thank you.

North Campus - Passenger Elevator in E Building Shut Down for Repair - Posted on October 17, 2024

Posted:
October 17, 2024

Please note that the passenger elevator in building E, close to Ackee Tree, will be shut down for warranty-related repair on Tuesday, October 22 at 6 a.m. to Thursday, October 24 at 6 a.m.

Thank you.

Nuit Blanche 2024 – Lakeshore Campus Closures - Posted on September 26, 2024

As part of the upcoming Nuit Blanche event taking place at the Lakeshore Campus on October 5 and 6, there will be a handful of space closures and impacts on the east side of the campus. The majority of the impacts will take place outdoors and on the event weekend itself. Visible work will begin to occur Wednesday, October 2 as outdoor projects are installed around the cottages, but impacts will be kept to just small areas around the Quad.  

During the event weekend, all Cottages and L Building will be closed for the event and regular activities will be suspended from 12 p.m. on Saturday, October 5 until 12 p.m. on Sunday, October 6 at the latest. Our teams will work diligently to open spaces on Sunday once post-event production wraps up.  

Closure notices will be placed at all cottage entrances as well as around the L Building to keep the community updated. 

Please view a full list of closures below.

Closures leading up to the event (October 2-5)

Quad Field (partial, small closures – traffic flow will not be restricted):

  • Thursday, October 3 and Friday, October 4 - all day  

K Cottage 1st floor Common Area:

  • Friday, October 4 at 2 p.m. onwards

L Building 2nd floor:

  • Friday, October 4 at 2 p.m. onwards

Nuit Blanche Event Weekend (October 5 & 6):

Cottages C, D, E, F, H, I, & J fully closed:

  • Saturday, October 5 at 4 p.m. to Sunday, October 6 at 12 p.m. 

L Building, Cottages G & K partially closed:

  • L Building – 3rd and 4th floor and West Side Stairwell (all floors) fully closed  
  • Saturday, October 5 at 7 a.m. to Sunday, October 6 at 12 p.m. 
  • L Learning Commons (computer area and study rooms) fully closed 
  • Saturday, October 5 at 12 p.m. to Sunday, October 6 at 12 p.m. 
  • Cottages G & K – 2nd floor fully closed, and 1st floor partially closed  
  • Saturday, October 5 at 12 p.m. to Sunday, October 6 at 12 p.m. 

Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive (south of Lakeshore) and Ring Road around cottages closed (no vehicle access):

  • Saturday, October 5 at 5 p.m. to Sunday, October 6 at 7 a.m. 

We’re looking forward to welcoming our community, staff, and students to celebrate art and community at Nuit Blanche. This acclaimed event is back in Etobicoke for the third year, and Humber is delighted to be bringing our campus to life again with even more art. 

We thank you for your understanding and support while our teams work hard preparing our campus for upwards of 250,000 visitors on October 5 and 6.

If you have any questions or concerns, please connect with Casey Norris (casey.norris@humber.ca) and/or Melissa Poliah (melissa.poliah@humber.ca).

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