On September 20, anti-2SLGBTQ+ protests will be taking place in Toronto.

Hate has no place in our communities. 

Humber acts in solidarity with groups, like The 519, that are leading counter protests against hate, as well as the policies and guidelines that could have negative and possibly dangerous consequences for 2SLGBTQ+ youth. 2SLGBTQ+ students should feel safe at school to come out in whatever way they choose.

At Humber, we value the contributions, expertise, lived experience and invaluable perspectives that the members of the 2SLBGTQ+ community bring to our workplace and learning environments. Humber in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ Resource Centres and the 2SLGBTQ+ Employee Resource group work together to promote a safe place for all.

As a physical reminder of our commitment to provide a healthy and inclusive environment for all staff and students, and a visual representation of allyship, this weekend we are scheduled to install a Pride flag crosswalk outside of the Learning Resource Commons at North Campus. Future plans for similar displays at Lakeshore Campus are under development.

It is one way of acknowledging the contributions and importance of Humber’s 2SLGBTQ+ community members year-round, and it is a symbol of the college’s support for the rights and safety of all.  

Resources and support are available throughout the academic year at the LGBTQ+ Resource Centres at North and Lakeshore campuses and through the 2SLGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group. In addition: 

• If students are looking for mental health counselling, they can contact the Student Wellness and Accessibility Centre for support.   
• You can also connect with the Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Diversity.  
• Good2Talk (1.866.925.5454) is a 24-hour mental health support for post-secondary students in Ontario.  
• Therapy Assist Online    
• Across Boundaries   
• Hope for Wellness Help Line   
• Distress Centre Peel: 905.278.7208 

Staff are encouraged to access the Employee Assistance Plan services or to connect with their manager for support as needed. 

The International Day of Action for Academic Integrity is set to happen this year on October 18, 2023 with a pre-day session on October 4. Each day will have a variety of events and presentations. For more information on those events please go to International Day of Action - Academic Integrity.

An exciting student contest is set to coincide with the day. Students are invited to submit a creative submission that speaks to the theme of championing academic integrity in the age of artificial intelligence. Possible submissions may include: 

• Posters
• Short videos
• Poems
• Short articles
• T-shirt designs
• Photographs
• Blog posts
• Recipes

Please share this opportunity with your students as they are eligible to win a prize and be part of something international. They can learn more about Student Contest opportunity on the IDOA International Day of Action for Academic Integrity website.

If you have questions about this announcement, please contact Jennie Miron at jennie.miron@humber.ca.

Annually, Humber College participates in the Take Our Kids to Work Day. This is a hands-on experiential learning event for Grade 9 children of Humber and the University of Guelph-Humber employees.      

This year, the program will be held on Wednesday, November 1 and will be hosted by Humber College at the North Campus and the Lakeshore Campus. Interested employees that would like to participate, please email Humber Organizational Effectiveness at oe@humber.ca to note your interest and campus location.  

Through this event, Grade 9 students will get a chance to explore a variety of careers and sectors and will learn what skills are important to thrive in the world of work. The goal of this event is to empower students to make informed decisions and ignite their curiosity of what is possible for their future. 

Please stay tuned for more details regarding the registration process. 

Exciting library news! 

To support students with childcare responsibilities, the North Campus library has introduced a delightful children’s area on the fourth floor of the LRC. Supervised children are welcome to come with their adults and enjoy a light-filled space with bright colours and a decorative tree. Inviting to both adults and kids, the space offers:  

• Study tables with electrical outlets and wireless Internet access 
• Child-sized soft seating, tables, and chairs  
• Proximity to the library’s collection of children’s books 
• Proximity to the restrooms and the service desk 

The library also provides visiting children with knapsacks containing giveaways such as small games, puzzles, picture books, colouring kits, and crayons.  

Child-friendly devices with entertaining and educational preloaded games are also available for loan.  

By offering welcoming services and policies, the library strives to help all students focus on their studies and achieve their academic goals. Please drop by to experience our updated space in person.