I’m excited to announce that Dr. Samantha Roach has accepted the position of Associate Dean, Continuous Professional Learning, within the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences.

Samantha has more than 14 years of quantifiable experience designing learning programs; delivering online and in-person learning; evaluating learning outcomes; and overseeing student support services. Her experience spans the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors.

Prior to joining Humber, Samantha served as Director of Experiential Learning and Student Support at Western University in the Faculty of Engineering. In this role, Samantha oversaw the experiential learning and student support portfolios of the Faculty which included curricular and co-curricular experiential learning, the Career Services Office, the Undergraduate Services Office, Graduate and Undergraduate Student Councils, in addition to thirty-five student teams, clubs, and groups. Samantha brings with her a wealth of experience and knowledge having also served as a Senior Learning Partner at BMO; Manager of Curriculum Development at the Financial Advisor Association of Canada (Advocis); and lectured for several years in undergraduate and professional programs at various universities and colleges in North America and the Caribbean.

Samantha holds a Doctorate and a Master’s degree in Economics and is currently completing a second Master’s in Education (MEd) at the University of Toronto. She also recently completed the Life Design Studio Training for University Educators from Stanford University. She is the recipient of various awards as a result of her personal passion, dedication and commitment to excellence. Most recently, in 2022, Samantha received the Sharon A. Ling Award of Excellence for Outstanding Achievement by a Staff Member for her contributions and support to the academic mission of Western University. She has also written several publications including book chapters and journal articles.

Outside of her professional life, she likes to explore various trails, small towns, and cities across North America.

Please join me in welcoming Samantha to Humber! Samantha’s first day will be August 21.

John Stilla, Senior Dean
Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences