Dr. Eva Ziemsen, Ph.D., professor in the Faculty of Media & Creative Arts (FMCA) at Humber College, describes herself as an a/r/tographer – an artist, researcher, and teacher. This is quite evident in her doctoral research methodology which was grounded in creative practice research and her interest in applied research. It is this interest that led her to conduct research at Humber.   

Along with Elizabeth Fenuta, her co-research lead and a professor at Humber’s Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology, Dr. Ziemsen conducted two research projects related to the metaverse, with the first one receiving the Scholarship of Teaching & Learning Seed and Cultivate grant (SoTL) from Humber’s Office of Research & Innovation in September 2022.  

To know more about Dr. Ziemsen’s experience conducting research, we interviewed her in our latest article.  

Learn more here: https://humberpress.com/announcements/sotl-researcher-spotlight-eva-ziemsen-phd

After extensive usability testing with Humber and University of Guelph-Humber students, faculty, and staff, the Library has developed a website that meets our primary users' needs with respect to navigation, content, and functionality improvements. The planned launch of the new website is May 2024.

In preparation for the launch, we'd like your help in choosing the design layout for the homepage. The two options were designed by Angela Parades, a Humber student in the User Experience (UX) Design program.

Go to the library homepage poll to vote for your preference.

Are you interested in learning about ways to include healthy foods in your diet? Wondering about the latest fad diet? Looking to find an eating pattern that works best for you? Sign-up for free in-person nutrition assessment and goal setting sessions with students from the Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion diploma program.

45-minute sessions will be offered on Tuesdays, beginning January 30, 2024. Spots are limited! 

Time slots available: 3 p.m., 3:45 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.

Three ways to register:

• Email: FHSWwellnesshub@humber.ca
• Phone: 416.675.6622 x5055
• Walk-in: North Campus, A107

I am delighted to announce the appointment of Elijah Williams as the Acting Dean of Indigenous Education & Engagement (IE&E), effective January 8, 2024. Elijah will seamlessly transition into this new role while concurrently maintaining his current position as Associate Dean, IE&E.

In his new role, Elijah will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of innovation through the development of specialized support service programs, engaging with internal and external stakeholders, and implementing strategic initiatives. Additionally, he will focus on advancing Humber College's Indigenous education plan and commitment to truth and reconciliation.

Elijah's responsibilities will align with the mandates of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action and the recommendations of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. 

Since September 2022, Elijah has served as the Associate Dean of Indigenous Education & Engagement at Humber College. In this capacity, he has collaborated closely with Program Planning, Development and Renewal, and Innovative Learning. Elijah has been instrumental in raising awareness, promoting teamwork, and establishing open communication channels to bolster educational initiatives. His efforts have significantly contributed to the expansion and enhancement of Indigenous programming, methodology, research, practice, and delivery.

Prior to his role at Humber, Elijah was the Director of Indigenous Engagement and led the Centre for Indigenous Learning and Support at Sheridan College. There, he oversaw the development of Sheridan’s Babamadiwin, Indigenous Start Well program, an online initiative designed to help Indigenous learners navigate the college's supports and services. Elijah also played a key role in creating Sheridan’s Looking Forward, Look Back Education Series, providing foundational knowledge about Indigenous peoples to faculty and staff.

Elijah's commitment to Indigenous education is further demonstrated by his Master of Professional Education in Indigenous Educational Leadership from Western University.

Please join me in extending our congratulations to Elijah as he takes on this significant role. We look forward to the positive impact he will undoubtedly make in advancing Indigenous education and engagement at Humber College.

Jason Seright
Vice-President, Inclusion and Belonging