The International Student and Staff/Faculty/Admin Buddy program is designed to enhance the experience of international students at Humber College ITAL. We hope that this will be accomplished by creating an opportunity for faculty, staff, admin and seasoned international students to be part of a “Welcome Team” that will engage with new international students through informal, personalized and friendly social interactions.
WHY?
- To improve the social, psychological and academic performance of international students as they transition to life in Canada and at Humber College ITAL.
- To enhance the feeling of hospitality on campus for new international students.
- To enhance the intercultural experience and cross-cultural knowledge of staff and faculty. Participation in this program will allow faculty, staff and admin to enrich their intercultural perspectives and communication skills while gaining a greater understanding of the goals, motivations and difficulties experienced by international students
WHO CAN BE PART OF THE WELCOME TEAM?
The project will be open to all interested full and part-time faculty, staff and admin at Humber College ITAL. (Participation in the program is entirely voluntary.)
WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT?
- Attend the Meet & Greet session.
- Attend at least two (2) Buddy Program organized events during each term (e.g. Initial Meet & Greet, International Cafe, Pot Luck Dinner etc.).
- Meet with your buddy at least two (2) times outside of any Buddy Program organized event during each term.
If interested, please contact: Naghmeh Saffarian-Pour, naghmeh.saffarian-pour@humber.ca (Before Friday, January 16, 2015)