With the recent departure of Jacquii Anderson from the College, the Student Wellness and Equitable Learning (SWEL) department has begun a realignment in our organizational structure to reinforce our commitment to integrated and seamless service delivery within a collaborative, socio-ecological model. With this in mind, Desta McCalla has assumed a new title as Associate Director, Accessible Learning and Counselling Services.

Desta has been a steadfast leader and strong advocate for student success, evidence-based approaches, and capacity building for the College around student mental health, accessibility, and universal design. Desta has been with Humber College for five years and offers a critical and holistic approach to student support and collaborative care. This portfolio adjustment will see Desta continue to be a collaborative and innovative champion for inclusive learning and student wellbeing – removing barriers and fostering conditions for students to be well and thrive toward their fullest potential. Desta’s role will operationalize strategic directions and ensure effective, proactive, responsive, student/learner-centred, cross-functional delivery of processes, programs, and integrated services which contribute to the vibrant student experience and wellbeing of the Humber community. 

Please join us in welcoming Desta to this revised portfolio. We look forward to working together to foster conditions for student wellbeing and success.

Sterling Crowe
Associate Dean, Student Wellness & Equitable Learning