Announcements

DXP-Enabled Admissions Webpages Scheduled for Launch Next Week
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When:
June 25, 2025

On July 2, Humber is scheduled to introduce new Admissions webpages (humber.ca/study-at-humber) as part of the migration of humber.ca to a new Digital Experience Platform (DXP). On average, the admissions pages receive 300,000 pageviews and 66,000 unique users per month and provide key enrolment touchpoints for the institution.

New Name

The important suite of services and resources on these webpages will now be called “Study at Humber” to reflect that the information housed there is important and relevant to all students, from when they are prospects to when they graduate. Study at Humber will include the academic calendar, academic records, transfer options, convocation information, and more.

New Navigation

The webpages have been redesigned with an experience-first approach, a completely reinvented flow of information and terms that are easier for users to understand. A robust contact us page provides an extensive list of support service contact details.

Anchored in the whole student experience, the new webpages will help people plan and navigate their entire Humber journey. The launch of the Study at Humber webpages will be the first DXP-enabled webpages with an enrolment focus.

Thank you to the DXP and Registrar’s Office teams for their collaboration and this project and for their work in migrating the new webpages.

As Builders of Brilliance, Humber continues to define polytechnic education and reimagine learning. That includes providing an unparalleled student experience in person, on campus, and digitally from our first interactions. As a reflection of this commitment, the DXP includes an integrated suite of tools and apps to create meaningful relationships with our prospects, students and alumni as they  engage with Humber on our websites and digital media. 

DXP is Humber’s investment in a new web platform that will support a radically enhanced online experience for all websites within the humber.ca domain. Learn more in the Communiqué post “What is DXP?” 

The DXP-enabled humber.ca website is part of the Digital Student Experience (DSX) Program that emerged from the 2023-2026 Digital Campus and Academic Plans and focuses on enhancing the digital student experience. 

Ruth Butlin and Andrew Leopold 
Project Co-Sponsors 

Todd Carmichael, Principal of Lakeshore Campus
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When:
June 25, 2025

I am pleased to announce that Todd Carmichael has been appointed as the new Principal of Lakeshore Campus.

Todd brings a wealth of experience to the role, with a career that spans the private sector, international development, and more than a decade in higher education. He began his professional journey as an exploration geophysicist, working both in Canada and internationally, before transitioning to roles in community health with Canadian and global non-governmental organizations. His work in international development supported grassroots initiatives across East and Southern Africa, as well as South Asia.

Todd later joined Toronto Metropolitan University, where he led a Global Affairs Canada-funded program in Latin America and went on to serve as Director of the university’s international office. He also held faculty-based roles focused on strategic planning and partnership development, contributing significantly to the institution’s global engagement strategy.

Most recently, Todd has been part of Humber’s Integrated Planning and Strategy division, where he supported operational planning for key initiatives from the Humber Inspired planning process and the Building Brilliance vision.

Todd is also a proud Humber alumnus, having graduated from the Graduate Certificate program in International Project Management at Lakeshore Campus in 2005. His return to Lakeshore in this leadership role brings his Humber journey full circle.

Todd holds a BSc in Engineering from Queen’s University and is currently a doctoral candidate in the Doctor of Business Administration, Higher Education Management program at the University of Bath.

Todd will commence his new role on August 28th - please join me in congratulating him as he begins his new role.

Gina Antonacci
Senior Vice-President, Academic

Kristan Lingard is the Senior Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellness
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When:
June 25, 2025

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Kristan Lingard as the Senior Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellness.

Kristan brings over 15 years of progressive academic and administrative leadership at Humber, most recently serving as Acting Senior Dean of the Faculty. Her appointment reflects a deep and ongoing commitment to student success, educational excellence, and institutional innovation. In her interim role, she provided strategic and operational leadership during a period of significant growth and transformation, expanding program delivery across multiple campuses, increasing enrollment and developing new programs. She is a strong champion of innovations in interprofessional education, simulation-based learning, and competency-based curricular design.

Throughout her career at Humber, Kristan has also served as Associate Dean, Program Coordinator, and Professor. A Registered Kinesiologist and former hospital-based practitioner, she brings an appreciation of the intersection between academic programming and health system needs. She is committed to strengthening regulatory and industry partnerships and advancing inclusive and responsive education at Humber.

Kristan holds a Master of Science degree in Kinesiology from York University, and she is currently completing her Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership at Western University, where she is building on her evidence-informed and reflective approach to academic leadership.

We look forward to Kristan’s continued leadership as she advances the Faculty’s mission to prepare skilled, compassionate, and career-ready graduates who will shape the future of health and wellness in Canada and beyond.

Please join me in congratulating Kristan as she begins her new role.

Gina Antonacci
Senior Vice-President, Academic

JIPE Article: Impact Assessment of Technical Instruction and Vocational Andragogy Training for TVET Trainers of Bhutan
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When:
June 25, 2025
Contact:
Humber Press
Email:
humberpress@humber.ca
Working in a hard hat

The Journal of Innovation in Polytechnic Education (JIPE) is pleased to announce the publication of “Impact Assessment of Technical Instruction and Vocational Andragogy Training for TVET Trainers of Bhutan” by Sangay Tshewang, M. Ed; Yonten Pelzang, MPA; Karma Dorji, Diploma in EE & TE 

Abstract:  

This study examined the effectiveness of Technical and Vocational Andragogy or Instruction Pedagogy (ToT) training and how it can enhance trainers' performance in delivery. Trainers' performance is vital to every country; Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Bhutan is no exception. The study was based on an explorative research design with descriptive analysis. A purposive sampling technique was used to select the respondents (trainers). The survey research instrument (self-administered questionnaire) was designed to have both open-ended and closed-ended items.  

The study's findings revealed that 70 per cent of TVET trainers in Technical Training Institutes (TTIs) and Institutes of Zorig Chusum (IZCs) have diplomas, indicating a need to upgrade their qualifications. The study found that 96.4 per cent of trainers strongly agreed that the ToT training has helped develop their confidence, which gave them more self-assurance. The content is objectively aligned and well-structured, with an 84.9 per cent positive evaluation. 88 per cent of respondents claimed they could replicate the knowledge and skills learned during the ToT program. Knowledgeable and experienced instructors can motivate students and ensure that more objective assessments produce better outcomes. This corroborates the study's findings, which indicate that 93 per cent of participants concur that their instructors' professional ability can significantly impact graduates' performance.  

The Technical Teacher Training and Resource Centre (TTTRC) technical instruction and vocational andragogy program received 73 per cent satisfaction. This study enhances TTTRC's capabilities and role in TVET faculty capacity development, supporting a paradigm change in instructional pedagogy. It provides policy intervention and feedback to strengthen the program over the next twenty years. 

Read “Impact Assessment of Technical Instruction and Vocational Andragogy Training for TVET Trainers of Bhutan”: https://doi.org/10.69520/jipe.v7i1.239

About JIPE 

The Journal of Innovation in Polytechnic Education (JIPE) is an online, open-access journal that mobilizes knowledge and insights generated by the global polytechnic community. JIPE is electronically published by Humber Press at Humber Polytechnic. JIPE is accepting submissions on a rolling basis. To learn more about JIPE, please visit jipe.ca or email humberpress@humber.ca.

From Campus to Career: COWD Helps Youth Step into the Workforce
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When:
June 25, 2025
Contact:
Thomas Puthenmadhom
Email:
thomas.puthenmadhom@humber.ca
Job seekers lining up to meet with Employers

In a period of heightened concern over Canada’s youth unemployment, which is currently hovering near 15 per cent and represents one of the highest rates in recent years, Humber’s Community Outreach and Workforce Development (COWD) department is responding with purpose. Our recent Student Hiring Event at the Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation brought together more than 600 student jobseekers and 12 prominent employers, including Costco, Achev, EZ Care Nursing, Sentient HR, and others. The event marked a strategic effort by Humber and COWD to support young job seekers during a critical time.

In the face of these challenges, the event offered more than just opportunity. It delivered real impact. Employers represented a wide range of sectors, including business, health care, trades, and administration, offering students access to meaningful and relevant employment options. Many attendees arrived well-prepared, and several left with interviews already lined up.

From a workforce development perspective, the event achieved several key outcomes. For students, it created immediate connections with hiring managers and opened doors to job leads. For employers, it offered direct access to a pool of skilled and motivated local candidates, reducing recruitment time and costs. For the broader community, it strengthened the local economy by matching youth with available roles and building the region’s talent pipeline.

This success was made possible thanks to the collaboration of Humber’s faculties, who played a key role in promoting the event to students. We also extend our appreciation to the Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation for providing the venue and to Advising and Career Services for their support with logistics and outreach.

COWD’s Student Hiring Event helped fill job roles, bridged critical experience gaps, and demonstrated how targeted, community-based engagement can support youth in making the transition from education to employment.

FAST Celebrates the Class of 2025 in the June FAST Times
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When:
June 24, 2025
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This is one of my favourite times of the year when the Humber Polytechnic community comes together at Convocation to celebrate the incredible achievements of our students as they graduate and mark an exciting start to their next chapter. It's a moment to reflect on how far they've come—and to look ahead with excitement to all that lies ahead.

In the June FAST Times, we proudly showcase a photo gallery of the FAST Class of 2025 at convocation and shine a spotlight on the recipients of the President’s Medal and Board of Governors’ Medal; feature faculty who travelled to Bhutan with the International Development Institute for the Bhutan Education and Skills Training (BEST) Project; and highlight how interdisciplinary teams of faculty and students are collaborating on unique projects to support the Humber River and the Centre for Innovation in Health & Wellness.

As Humber faculty head into summer break and others continue supporting our students, I hope this season awards you warm sunny days, and meaningful time with your loved ones.

Warm regards,

Paul Griffin
Senior Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology

Student Feedback Questionnaires - What to Anticipate in Summer 2025
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When:
June 23, 2025

Student feedback Questionnaires are fast approaching! The Student Feedback Questionnaire (SFQ) invites students to provide anonymous feedback on their learning experience in each course every semester. This initiative supports our shared commitment to ensuring the quality of academic programs at Humber. Student feedback is anonymous and confidential, and it is not used for instructor employment negotiations.

SFQ dates are dependent on the length of a course, opening to students about 70 per cent of the way through the class and closing before the last week of classes. You can find the dates for a specific course using the SFQ Date Tool, but generally, for 14-week courses, SFQs will occur between weeks 10 to 13. This means that for the Summer 2025 semester, the start date is July 19, 2025 and the end date is August 10, 2025.

A week before the SFQ date in their course, the instructor will receive an email reminding them to add up to 3 personalized questions to the SFQ that will go to their students. Instructors and students will receive reminders that the SFQs are available via email and the messaging tool in Blackboard when the SFQ is available in your course(s).

The SFQ contest is now open for students! As a way to encourage student submission of their SFQs, students who complete the SFQ will enter into a draw for prizes, including 1 of 10 $25 gift cards! The draw will take place on June 16, 2025, and the contest closes on August 27, 2025.

As a thank you, when more than 50 per cent of the students in a faculty member's course complete the SFQ, the faculty member is automatically entered into a raffle for an on-campus food services gift card, or service at the Humber room.

Please watch Communiqué for SFQ updates. Need additional help? Contact us in the Innovative Learning Support Centre!

TELUS Summer Promotion Deals
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When:
June 23, 2025

Humber and University of Guelph-Humber employees can take advantage of summer promotion deals on mobile plans, streaming platforms, and home internet bundles. TELUS is currently offering competitive plans for our employees through our TELUS Exclusive Partner Program. 

To learn more, review the terms and conditions, and confirm eligibility please visit TELUS – Mobility and Internet deal.

If you have any questions, please contact our Humber Account Manager, Sarrah Varga at 604.969.8240, or via email at sarrah.varga@telus.com. 

Interested in other employee perks that are available? Explore our employee perks page on our People(s) & Culture Website – Employee Perks. 

Questions and suggestions on employee perks, please email us at oe@humber.ca.

Closure Notice: Lakeshore Campus - AN203 Men's Washroom
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When:
June 23, 2025
Contact:
Andrea Cipriano
Email:
andrea.cipriano@humber.ca
Poster for Closure Notice: Lakeshore Campus, AN203 Men's Washroom

Please note that the men's washroom on the second floor of the Annex building (room AN203) will be closed from Wednesday, June 25 until Monday, September 1.

View attached plan for available washrooms during the closure.

Thank you.

Crane Operation in Courtyard Between Buildings B and C - North Campus
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When:
June 23, 2025
Contact:
Hedi Rahmat
Email:
hedi.rahmat@humber.ca
Crane Operation in Courtyard between Buildings B and C – June 25

Please be advised that a crane operation will take place in the courtyard between Buildings B and C on Wednesday, June 25, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. as part of the HVAC system upgrade project.

Access Disruption

The courtyard entrance door to Building B/C will be temporarily inaccessible for the duration of the crane operation. All other entrances will remain open.

The work involves lifting steel components to the rooftop, and personnel will be on-site to manage the operation.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we complete this essential upgrade.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Capital Development and Facilities Management.

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