Announcements

When:
June 6, 2023
Contact:
Aaron Mark
Humber alumna Sophia Jackson holding copies of her Soulful Colour books

Sophia 'SoJay' Jackson, a graduate of Business Management in 1993 and Humber's Child and Youth Worker program in 2014, is a versatile individual. Her diverse skillset allows her to pursue various avenues, including being an author, speaker, singer, songwriter, child and youth counsellor, and licensed financial advisor.

Although these pursuits may seem unrelated at first glance, the common thread is Sophia herself. 

She is the creator of the Soulful Colour colouring book series, designed for individuals of all ages and serving different meaningful objectives. Adding to her artistic endeavours, she has also shared stages alongside some of Toronto's most renowned musical talents.

Outside of performing, Sophia can be found delivering talks, programs, or workshops tailored to specific audiences, whether it be in educational institutions, corporate settings, or not-for-profit organizations.

Learn more in this #MyHumberStory video.

Know a graduate with a great story to tell? Let us know at alumni@humber.ca.

When:
June 6, 2023

Please be informed of the upcoming test centre closure dates and adjusted operating hours for the summer season.

Test Centre Closure Dates

Lakeshore Test Centre: 
June 7, June 8, June 15, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, August 10

North Test Centre:
June 8 (before 12 p.m.), June 15 (before 12 p.m.), June 29 (before 12 p.m.), July 6 (before 12 p.m.), July 13 (before 12 p.m.), July 20 (before 12 p.m.), July 27 (before 12 p.m.), August 3 (before 12 p.m.), August 10 (before 12 p.m.)

Summer Operating Hours

Lakeshore: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
North: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Please take note of these dates and adjusted operating hours when students are scheduling their appointments or visits the test centers. 

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our test centre staff.

Thank you,

Testing Services 
testingservices@humber.ca
Lakeshore x3228; North x4712.

When:
June 5, 2023
Contact:
Franc Jamieson

The Math & Writing Centre now offers drop-in hours for both math and writing support at our North and Lakeshore locations.

In addition to the drop-in tutoring that has been part of our math support for quite some time already, we now have a drop-in service on the writing side for students who wish to see if they are on the right track with a paper they are writing, to ask specific questions about grammar and style, or to make sure they are citing sources properly.

The drop-in service is a welcome service for students with timely questions about their course work and assignments. Please note that students are still encouraged to book an appointment at https://humber.upswing.io for a more in-depth exploration of a topic or assignment.

Below are the MWC drop-in times during Summer 2023:

North Campus, LRC third floor

Monday

Math: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Writing: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Tuesday

Math: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Writing: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Wednesday

Math: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Writing: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Thursday

Math: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Writing: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Friday

Math: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Writing: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Lakeshore Campus, F201

Monday

Math: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Writing: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Tuesday

Math: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Writing: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Wednesday

Math: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Writing: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Thursday

Math: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Writing: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Friday

Writing: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Please let students know that our tutors are eager to work with them through appointments as well as in our drop-in service.

Please write to me at franc.jamieson@humber.ca if you have any questions or suggestions about how we can help Humber students.

Thank you,

Franc Jamieson
Writing Specialist Coordinator, Learning Services

When:
June 5, 2023
Samra Zafar posing with her arms crossed

We are thrilled to announce that the keynote for Showcase 2023 is an extraordinary individual who knows the value of living a true and authentic life. Please join us in welcoming Samra Zafar, an award-winning speaker, bestselling author, physician-in-training, and leading corporate consultant, who has dedicated her life to championing diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as mental health and wellness. 

Zafar's journey is nothing short of remarkable. A four-time TEDx speaker, Zafar is currently pursuing a medical degree at McMaster's DeGroote School of Medicine, specializing in psychiatry. Her expertise extends beyond the realm of medicine, as she has been recognized by the Women's Executive Network as one of Canada's "Top 100 Most Powerful Women." She has also been honored with titles such as one of the "Top 25 Most Inspirational Women" in Canada and one of the "Top 25 Canadian Immigrants." 

In 2019, Zafar released her critically acclaimed memoir, "A Good Wife: Escaping the Life I Never Chose." This powerful book recounts her courageous escape from an abusive child marriage, shedding light on the pressing issue of gender-based oppression. Her impactful storytelling earned her a spot among CBC's Best Books of 2019. Her commitment to empowering others continues with her second book, "Unconditional," which explores science-based strategies to unlearn limiting beliefs and embrace a fuller, unconditional life. 

Renowned for her insightful dialogue on cultural change, Zafar combines scientific research with her corporate experience and personal journey to redefine our understanding of wellness and illuminate the transformative benefits of belonging.  

Prepare to be inspired, enlightened, and motivated as we welcome Zafar to this year’s Showcase. Her remarkable story of resilience and courage will undoubtedly leave a lasting mark on all those in attendance. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to hear from a true trailblazer in the fields of equity and inclusion, mental health and wellness, and authentic leadership. 

If you haven't already done so, you may register for Showcase 2023: authentic and for the keynote address by visiting the webpage at Showcase 2023: authentic.

When:
June 5, 2023

View the full recording of the Presidential Installation of Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan held on June 2, 2023.

When:
June 5, 2023

Don't miss out on the opportunity to be a part of our highly anticipated annual Showcase event and celebration of teaching and learning innovations. Join us on Thursday, June 8th at the North Campus for a day filled with thought-provoking sessions and inspiring conversations. This year, we are diving deep into the theme of being authentic and its profound impact on education. 

Remember - spaces are limited! 

Secure your spot today (and don’t forget to register for lunch and ice cream!) by visiting our website at https://humber.ca/innovativelearning/showcase.

We look forward to seeing you at Showcase 2023: authentic!

When:
June 5, 2023

The deadline to submit a nomination for the President’s Awards is June 9, 2023. 

The President’s Awards are a proud tradition of recognizing excellence among Humber faculty and staff. 

Humber has had many extraordinary achievements over the past year and employees who have contributed above and beyond should be recognized and honoured. Please consider the award categories and nominate employees who have consistently demonstrated outstanding work and support for Humber’s core values, goals, and/or innovation; or who repeatedly enhance Humber's reputation through their outstanding service delivery. 

The award categories include the following: 

  • Distinguished Faculty Award  
  • Support Staff Distinguished Service Award  
  • Administrative Distinguished Service Award  
  • Robert A. Gordon Leadership Award 
  • Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Award 
  • Mino Nawendiwin (Good Relationships) Award *NEW* 
  • Extra Mile Award 
  • Community Service Award  
  • Humber Sustainability Award  
  • Research Excellence Award  
  • Excellence in Teaching Award  
  • Excellence in Support Award 
  • Internationalization Award 

Visit the President’s Awards website for details of the award categories and learn more about submitting a compelling award nomination. 

Nomination deadline: June 9, 2023 

Questions? Please email us at oe@humber.ca

When:
June 5, 2023

The deadline to apply to be a 2023 GAP scholarship recipient is June 9, 2023. 

Humber College has a Professional Development Policy provision that awards scholarships to employees seeking to advance their education through discipline-specific post-secondary degrees, Master or Doctoral degrees at an accredited post-secondary institution. 

All full-time academic, support, and admin employees who have completed their probationary period are eligible to apply. Funding under this program is for tuition fees, for a maximum of four (4) years for each individual program up to a maximum of five thousand dollars ($5,000) per fiscal year. 

The application deadline is June 9, 2023. All full-time employees interested in applying can find more details on the application process and forms in the links below: 

Questions? Please email us at oe@humber.ca.

When:
June 5, 2023
Contact:
Heather Lowry
Tel:
x4552

Summer Hours Update for June 1 to August 11
Monday to Thursday - 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday - 8:30  a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The IL Support Centre is here to help faculty and students with Blackboard, as well as provide a front door to all of the supports available in Innovative Learning in support of Teaching Excellence and Digital Learning.

Virtual support is provided via email, phone and Teams sessions.

In-person support is available at both North (D201) and Lake (D112) during most of these dates, but staff vacation schedules may impact in-person availability, so please pre-book a support session whenever possible. 1-1 in-person or online support sessions can be requested via Bookings at the link below.

Contact us at: IL Support Centre

When:
June 5, 2023

View the new edited book by Dr. Masood Zangeneh, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences, called Mental Health & Addiction: An Integrated Care in Latin America.

Editors: Orlando Scoppetta, Ph.D., Augusto Pérez, Ph.D., Juliana Mejía, Ph.D. & Masood Zangeneh, Ph.D.

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