It is my pleasure to welcome Erin Gray, as the Interim Associate Dean, Program Delivery, Education and Training Solutions (ETS). Erin will be responsible for the Real Estate Education Programs as well as leading other ETS Continuous Professional Learning initiatives.

Erin Gray comes to Education and Training Solutions as a strong post-secondary educator and administrator. With nearly two decades of dedicated service to Humber College, Erin has consistently demonstrated a passion for teaching and learning, quality assurance and a commitment to advancing the institution's goals.

Erin's journey at Humber began in the early 2000’s as faculty member and program coordinator in the Paramedic Programs. Erin later transitioned into a broader institutional role as a program development consultant within the Program Planning, Development, and Renewal Department where she played a pivotal role in numerous college-wide projects aimed at enhancing the learner, faculty, and staff experience. Erin's expertise extends to aligning internal quality assurance and enhancement priorities with external bodies and committees, such as PEQAB, OCQAS, and accrediting bodies, ensuring that Humber's programs meet the highest standards. Over the years, she excelled in various project roles and secondments, including leadership, mentorship, program development, program quality enhancement and accreditation. Her dedication to supporting and delivering high-quality education and her ability to lead and mentor peers, faculty, and students have been instrumental in shaping the success of many processes and programs at Humber.

Erin's educational background includes a Master of Arts in Education from Central Michigan University, further solidifying her expertise in pedagogical practices. Her continuous pursuit of professional development, including completion of leadership training, underscores her commitment to quality in leadership in higher education.

Please join me in welcoming Erin, October 2 was her first day with ETS.

Wanda Buote
Dean, Education & Training Solutions

The Centre for Innovation in Health and Wellness (CIHW) is offering 10-minute breaks (stretch or mindfulness) for your classes and meetings!

Benefits of taking a healthy break during the day include increased focus and creativity and improved mental health and well being.

Book your Healthy Break today through our registration webpage.

Beyond post-secondary, persons with disabilities encounter significant barriers to participating in the labour market. 

• “An estimated 1.9 million persons with disabilities aged 15 to 64 are not in school or employed.” (1) 
• Of the 1.9 million, 852,000 have the potential to work. (1) 
• Workplace bias, discrimination and non-inclusive environments perpetuate the low rate of employment among persons with disabilities. (1) 
• “In 2022, the employment rate among those aged 16 to 64 with disabilities (65.1%) was 15 percentage points lower than the rate for those without disabilities (80.1%).”  (2)

By facilitating inclusive learning environments and providing learners with disabilities an equitable opportunity for success as well as access campus services, Colleges can have a positive impact on the transition to employment for persons with a disability.  

Humber has specific information for students with disabilities through the Career Services website. 

Please watch for our posts highlighting Humber and UGH graduates with disabilities throughout October in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness month. 

Visit our ALS Information for faculty website to learn more about accommodating students with disabilities. 

Sources:  

1. Canada’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan, 2022 
2. Labour Force Survey by Statistics Canada, 2022 

Discover the Hidden Benefits of Chinese Medicine. Are you aware that acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can do more than just manage chronic pain? From alleviating menstrual pain and irregularities to improving sleep patterns and digestive health, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) holds the key to holistic well-being.

Meet our third-year TCM students at our North Campus Tzu Chi Clinic and experience the healing power of ancient wisdom combined with modern expertise. Unlock the full potential of TCM for you health and well-being.

Contact us today to book an appointment:

Email: info@tzuchiclinic.ca
Phone: 416.675.5015

*Treatments are covered by student, faculty, and staff insurance plans at Humber College.