Are you an experienced professional looking to make a difference in your community?
The Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship is seeking mentors to support our next generation of leaders! Our mentorship program is open to individuals of all backgrounds and industries. Whether you are a seasoned executive or a young professional looking to make a difference, we welcome your participation.
To volunteer, please send your headshot, resume, and a brief bio to cfe@humber.ca.
Welcome to Safety and Health Week! All week long, Occupational Health and Safety Services will be posting health and safety information in the Communiqué. Be sure to keep an eye on these posts, as there will be a chance to win some prizes at the end of the week.
There are many kinds of hazardous materials at Humber: chemicals, cleaners, aerosols, compressed gases, paints, welding/soldering consumables, adhesives, cements, art supplies, lubricants, and disinfectants. The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) gives you and your supervisor the information you need to understand the hazards and stay safe. Here’s how it works at Humber.
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
WHMIS is a system to give employers and workers information about hazardous materials used in the workplace. WHMIS has been the law in Canada since 1988. Regulatory changes were introduced in 2015 that align the Canadian system with the United Nations standard, the “Globally Harmonized System”.
Training
All employees who work with hazardous materials must take WHMIS 2015 Training. Learn all about the WHMIS system and how it works here at Humber. To register for the WHMIS online course, please contact healthandsafety@humber.ca.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Humber uses an online system, MSDSonline for organizing and distributing safety data sheets for all our hazardous materials. Click on the link above to learn how to access the system and find safety data sheets, as well as find a list of Local SDS Coordinators, who are responsible for ensuring employees working in their area have access to the SDS that they need.
Labels
All hazardous materials should be labelled with one of the following:
Before you handle a product, read the label and make sure you understand the hazards. If you need more information, talk to your supervisor and be sure to read the SDS. Never use an unlabeled product.
Please take note that effective May 1, 2023 to August 31, 2023, the third floor of E building at the North Campus will be closed for construction.
No access will be permitted on the floor without prior permission by CDFM and the contractor. Please note this will be an active construction zone and PPE will be required for anyone entering this floor.
Please view attached drawing for more details.
Welcome to Safety and Health week! All week long, Occupational Health and Safety Services will be posting health and safety information in the Communiqué. Be sure to keep an eye on these posts, as there will be a chance to win some prizes at the end of the week.
Slips, trips and falls are a leading cause of workplace injuries in Ontario and can result in a great deal of pain and suffering. However, if we all pitch in, we can minimize the risk and make our workplace safer.
What are some common types of hazards to watch for?
What should you do if you see a slip, trip or fall hazard?
What else can you do to prevent slips, trips and falls?
An assembly of faculty, support staff, students, and administrators, Humber College Council (HCC) is Humber’s collective employee voice, making suggestions to Humber College’s President as it relates to long and short‐term institutional priorities.
APPLIED MASTER’S AND THREE-YEAR DEGREES
Gina Antonacci, senior VP, Academic, Alena Shah, associate dean, Program Planning and Nichole Molinaro, dean, Program Planning Development and Renewal
In October 2021, the Provincial Government released a document on red tape strategies and proposed that colleges offer both applied master’s degrees and three-year degrees. In follow up conversations, the government asked the colleges to demonstrate their capacity to offer applied master’s degrees.
Master programs require the student to develop and demonstrate advanced research skills under supervision. The Ontario Qualifications Framework outlines two types of master’s programs: profession-oriented and research-oriented. Professional oriented programs focus on practice-based research, whereas research-oriented programs are more focused on research that is more academic in nature. Master’s programs can be thesis-based, project-based or course based. For Humber, a master’s degree is a project in a research-oriented program comprised of advanced courses and intensive research culminating in a project. The project is normally assessed by a research supervisor and a second reader.
Humber set out to define its own criteria for the creation of applied master’s degrees. For Humber, the program must:
In terms of 3-year degrees, Humber is just starting to explore them. The college is looking at the implications of a 3-year degree on our 4-year degrees and advanced diplomas. Humber offers more than 30 four-year degrees in a wide variety of areas and needs to be cognizant that other colleges may offer similar three-year degrees.
APPLIED MASTER’S IN ADVANCED MANUFACTURING
Shaun Ghafari, associate dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology
Humber has decided to apply to the Ministry for the ability to offer an Applied Masters in Advance Manufacturing. As Humber reviewed its internal criteria for offering such degrees, this program was a perfect match. In addition to meeting the requirements, Humber has the state-of-the-art equipment to support this degree program. The application will be submitted following internal approvals this June.
CENTRE OF INNOVATION NETWORK
Tyler Charlebois, director, Centres of Innovation (COIs) Network and Partnership Development
Humber’s five COIs - Longo Centre for Entrepreneurship, Centre for Social Innovation, Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness, Centre for Creative Business Innovation, and Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation - are part of the broader innovation ecosystem at Humber that includes the Office of Research & Innovation and the Centre for Innovative Learning.
The COI network fosters collaboration across the COIs to provide opportunities for Humber faculty, students, industry and community partners to collectively address challenges and innovate in key areas. Students and staff can engage in applied research projects, capstone projects and work-integrated learning, and participate in mentorship and professional development opportunities, events, and workshops.
Two students presented on their educational journey with Humber’s COIs:
NEXT HCC MEETING
The next Humber College Council meeting will be held virtually on May 11, 2023.
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS?
For questions or comments about HCC meeting highlights, contact regan.mancini@humber.ca.
For supporting materials, meeting minutes, or opportunities to provide feedback, please visit the College Council website or contact shovani.samalia@humber.ca.
Deferred Exam Procedure for Previous Semester (Winter 2023)
As we begin a new semester, we would like to remind you of the procedures for students who need to take deferred exams from a previous semester, such as Winter 2023.
If you have students who are taking a deferred exam, please indicate this in your test submission. We would like to remind you that students no longer have access to their previous semester courses. Therefore, unless an extension has been requested and granted, the student will not have access to booking an appointment for their deferred exam. Please let students know they should email or call the Test Centre to schedule an appointment.
Deactivation of Old Testing Services Link and Introduction of New Link
We would also like to inform you that on May 4, 2023, the current Testing Services link will no longer be active on Blackboard. We recently discovered that the old link's release conditions properties were not functioning correctly, and as a result, it will be deactivated.
However, a new and improved Testing Services link will be available in the Course Content Market. We kindly ask that you integrate this new link into all of your courses moving forward.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience during this transition. Rest assured that all your previous test submissions will still be accessible using this new link.
For more information on how to integrate the Testing Services link(s), please follow the steps on pages 5-7 of our handbook.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us by email at testingservices@humber.ca, or by phone at x4712 for North or x3228 for Lakeshore.
The Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness (CIHW) is focused on finding innovative solutions to enhance health and wellness at Humber and in the communities around us.
This week (May 1-7) is Mental Health Awareness week and CIHW encourages learners, staff and faculty to take care of their mental health and wellness.
Your mental health is important and can impact your emotional, psychological, and overall well-being. Taking a break during the day can help productivity, manage stress, and boost resilience. Attached is a poster with tips and information on Mindfulness and Grounding techniques that you can practice in your own space.
Interested in joining a guided Mindfulness session? Join CIHW’s Mindfulness@Humber sessions offered virtually and in-person at the North Campus.
In health and wellness,
The CIHW Team
Email: cihw@humber.ca
Website: https://humber.ca/cihw
Did you know that Humber has a program that provides support to employees for tuition costs?
The Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) is designed to assist employees with tuition costs and support their professional development by:
To learn more, visit the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) website.
More information can also be found in Humber’s Professional Development Policy.
To learn more about additional professional development resources available to employees, visit the Employee Professional Learning website and the Employee Tuition and Scholarships website.
Questions? Email us at oe@humber.ca.
Welcome to Safety and Health Week! All week long, Occupational Health and Safety Services will be posting health and safety information in the Communiqué. Be sure to keep an eye on these posts, as there will be a chance to win some prizes at the end of the week.
Humber is committed to providing a safe work environment for all staff and endeavours to reduce workplace risks that may lead to incidents, personal injury, or property damage. If a work-related incident or injury does occur, it is important to know how to respond. All incidents, whether an injury occurred or not (known as a near miss), must be reported to your supervisor and Occupational Health & Safety Services (OHS).
North Campus to be closed on Sunday, May 28, 2023 from approximately 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
| When: | Sunday, May 28, 2023 from approximately 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Students and employees will not be allowed entry into the college facilities (with the exception of Residence) during the hydro service interruption. |
| Location: | North Campus – all buildings including the University of Guelph-Humber, Residences and the Arboretum/Centre for Urban Ecology |
| Purpose: | To perform planned annual high voltage preventative maintenance on electrical infrastructure. |
The Humber North Campus will be closed on Sunday, May 28, 2023. Students and employees will not be allowed entry into the college facilities (with the exception of Residence) during the hydro service interruption.
All mechanical, electrical and technology systems across North Campus will be offline during the shutdown.
Central systems including Banner, Blackboard, Email and humber.ca will not be accessible through on-campus services. However, central systems will be accessible through an individual’s own internet connection (such as home internet, 3G and LTE).
For schools/departments with a refrigerator/freezer in their area (or a common area or staff room), please remember to empty/throw out unused food as the power will be off across Campus.
The Centre for Trades and Technology (Carrier Drive) and the Transportation Training Centre (Woodbine Downs) will not be affected by the hydro service interruption.
For more information or if you have questions, please contact Chris Nanos, Manager, Plant Services, at chris.nanos@humber.ca.
Lakeshore Campus-East to be closed on Sunday, June 11 from approximately 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
| When: | Sunday, June 11, 2023 from approximately 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Location: | Lakeshore Campus – East |
| Purpose: | To perform planned annual high voltage preventative maintenance on electrical infrastructure. |
The Humber Lakeshore Campus – East will be closed on Sunday, June 11, 2023. Students and employees will not be allowed entry into the college facilities during the hydro service interruption.
All mechanical, electrical and technology systems at Lakeshore Campus-East will be off-line during the shutdown. No other sites or buildings will be affected.
Central systems including Banner, Blackboard, email and humber.ca will not be accessible through on-campus services. However, central systems will be accessible through an individual’s own internet connection (such as home internet, 3G and LTE).
For schools/departments with a refrigerator/freezer in their area (or a common area or staff room), please remember to empty/throw out unused food as the power will be off across campus.
For more information or if you have questions, please contact Scott Skrinar, Manager, Maintenance and Operations, at scott.skrinar@humber.ca.
