Announcements

Academic Integrity
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When:
October 18, 2021
Contact:
Jennie Miron
Tel:
x4480
Email:
jennie.miron@humber.ca

On October 20, 2021, an International Day of Action (IDoA) is scheduled to take place. Schools from around the world will be participating in raising awareness of the issue of contract cheating. Contract cheating has been defined as “the form of academic dishonesty where students get academic work completed on their behalf, which they then submit for academic credit as if they had created it themselves” (http://www.contractcheating.com).

This year, the discussion has extended to include online sites that suggest they offer tutoring services but in fact, are supporting acts of academic dishonesty by answering online test and exam questions or completing graded assignments for students. These sites are predatory in nature and during the height of COVID, aggressively marketed to students, profiting financially and putting student learning at risk.

If you would like to learn more about some of the international events happening on October 20, or more about free educational sessions on the day, please go to ICAI-IDoA.

You can also show your support for academic integrity by posting your personal messages about your commitment to integrity in the learning setting on your social media and including the hashtag #excelwithintegrity #myownwork. You may also contact Jennie Miron at jennie.miron@humber.ca in the Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness for more information about the day.

Academic integrity is important and our students deserve to learn and flourish in environments that cherish and promote integrity.

Humber Transfer Student Week - Fun Fact #1
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When:
October 18, 2021
Contact:
Risha Toney
Email:
risha.toney@humber.ca
Humber Transfer Student Week – Fun Fact #1

#DidYouKnow ... 

Humber is adopting a Receiving Institution Model.  

This means transfer students are integral in helping us achieve this goal. 

Join us as we celebrate our first-ever Humber Transfer Student Week.

Use the hashtag #HumberIsHome to share your transfer story and/or register for an info session on how you can continue to support our transfer students. 

Grads Give Back: The Podcast - Season 2
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When:
October 15, 2021
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Tune in to season two of Grads Give Back: The Podcast! Hear inspiring students in the Business Marketing program with graduate success stories and advice on stepping out from Humber College into the world of full-time work.

Students wonder about the types of jobs that are out there and what approaches are best to find a job. These podcasts provide tips and more as our grads step-up to tell their stories and to share advice. It is well worth a listen!

Our latest podcast features stellar Business Marketing graduates James Anderson in conversation with Caralia Gosling.

ORI Article: Everyday Innovators
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When:
October 15, 2021
Contact:
Andrea Chan
Email:
andrea.chan@humber.ca
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At Humber’s Office of Research and Innovation, we are committed to supporting and working closely with our faculty and researchers as they strive to impart knowledge through experiential learning opportunities and immerse students in discovering and refining their skillsets.

We reached out to a few Humber students, recent graduates and research assistants working alongside faculty on projects that are mutually beneficial to the institution, to faculty and students alike, and to our industry and community partners. Today, we highlight the success of one such student, who shares his experience while working on an industrial design prototype that helped him understand the value of migrating from STEM to STEAMS.

View the full article titled "Everyday Innovators!".

Challenge Yourself with a Home Waste Audit
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When:
October 14, 2021
Email:
safa.al-haji@humber.ca

Hybrid workspaces can be a hassle, especially when adjusting back after a year of working primarily from home. We can forget the great habits we built in our waste reduction efforts. However, the Office of Sustainability is here to remind you of them with a new challenge! 

During Waste Reduction Week 2021 (October 18-24), take part in the Home Waste Audit for a chance to win a $50 e-gift card to The Nada Shop.

The goal of this challenge is to show participants what they are throwing away so that they can keep themselves accountable for unnecessary waste and better understand their impact on the planet. 

Sign up today

Transcripts Now Available Through MyCreds
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When:
October 14, 2021

Humber has partnered with MyCreds to give students and graduates greater mobility in accessing and sharing transcripts electronically. Students can now have their transcripts uploaded through the MyCreds portal so they can share them with colleges, universities, government, third-parties and employers using their own virtual credential wallet. Electronic transcript requests can be made through MyHumber.

For more information about this process, please visit humber.ca/transcripts, and go to mycreds.ca to learn more.

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Phishing Awareness Game
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When:
October 14, 2021

Through the HSPP Partnership, Humber and Seneca College have collaborated to develop an educational Phishing Awareness Game. With a focus on strategies for identifying malicious emails, players must correctly identify phishing emails in a virtual work environment.

In addition to providing our two communities with an entertaining learning experience, the game will also include a Humber Vs. Seneca scoreboard which will allow for friendly competition. So let's show Seneca's Sammy Sting just how powerful the Humber Hawk’s community is.

To get started, please go to husencollege.com to play the game today!

In addition to the game, Humber ITS also delivered training materials to all employees for Week 2: Sharing Special Moments.

To get started, please go to knowbe4.com to do your training.

What is the HSPP Partnership?

The Humber-Seneca Polytechnic Partnership (HSPP) was created to promote cooperation between institutions and enhance and expand learning opportunities as students begin, continue, or complete their postsecondary education. Leveraging the combined resources of Humber and Seneca, the HSPP also seeks to support collaborative activity rather than competition across institutions.

Finally, and most importantly, win prizes!

As a small token of our appreciation of your continued support of our cybersecurity initiatives, weekly raffles prizes will be made available. You can earn raffle entries each week for completing and participating in the game and our training material - the more you participate, the more entries you can earn. During the final week, a grand prize will be drawn, and all your accumulated raffle entries you have accumulated throughout the month will be eligible.

IT Security, ITS

Fundraising Graduate Certificate Gets Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) Approval
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When:
October 14, 2021
Contact:
Samantha Jones
Email:
samantha.jones@humber.ca

Fundraising may be the least known best profession needed in the world today. With excellent employment opportunities, career development paths, and compensation, it's more than just a job. Fundraising is a professional skill set that is in demand, where you can give back, make a vital social contribution and make a living. Humber has been leading the education of fundraisers for over 20 years, and recently revitalized the Fundraising Management Postgrad in an eight-month plus work placement format with more current curriculum in data anlytics, corprorate partnerships and more. 

The Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) is the credential for fundraisers, and Humber has been added to their list of approved education providers! Founded in 2001, CFRE International is dedicated to setting standards in philanthropy through a valid and reliable certification process for fundraising professionals. “This is an incredible endorsement of our program. Humber is known as a Canadian leader in fundraising education and we are delighted to be recognized by CFRE.” says, Samantha Jones, Program Coordinator, and Professor. "Many of our program faculty have the CFRE designation, as do many alumni who are now working across the charitable sector from coast to coast. Through the postgraduate program in Fundraising Management, you can achieve all the education points you need when coupled with professional experience to take the CFRE exam."

The CFRE designation is how a fundraiser can show accountability, service, and commitment to making a difference for good. More than 7,400 fundraising professionals currently have the designation who work in all segments of the sector including healthcare, education, and the arts. Professional fundraisers bring adherence to rigorous standards to all aspects of their work.

To find out more about the Fundraising Management program and the CFRE credential, email samantha.jones@humber.ca and view our program info session video. 

 

CAAT Pension Plan Overview - Recording is Ready
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When:
October 14, 2021

Recording of the  information session for  new  members is now available online!

It’s never too early to start planning for your future. You can now watch the recording of the CAAT Pension Plan Overview Session that was held on September 22. 

In this session, a CAAT Pension plan expert discussed the advantages of belonging to a well-governed, defined benefit pension plan that delivers a secure retirement income for life, as well as the following topics: 

  • How the value of your pension benefits will exceed the contributions you pay  
  • All your retirement options, including flexible early retirement options  
  • The other valuable benefits provided by the Plan, like survivor benefits, and inflation protection  

Questions? Reach out to oe@humber.ca.

Black/African Employee Resource Group - Call for Membership
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When:
October 13, 2021
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Black/African Employee Resource Group - Call for Membership

Humber has identified as its Strategic Priority #7 under Pillar #3, Healthy and Inclusive Community, to continue to build a diverse and inclusive community of exceptional students, faculty, and staff. The specific supporting action is to establish and implement an institutional framework and strategy for equity, diversity and inclusion that addresses the needs of both students and employees.

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) bring together employees who share a common identity, characteristic and set of interests. They create a culture of inclusion that enhances employee engagement and further supports organizations’ vision and values. The Black/African ERG was launched in September 2020 and is one of two ERGs that Humber College currently offers for all eligible staff and faculty. (Source: Catalyst)

On October 25, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Dr. Tanya O. Williams will speak to members of Black/African ERG, and the objectives for the session are as follows:

  • Acknowledging the accomplishments in the first year of the Black/African ERG.
  • Providing ways to flourish in the current social and political environment.
  • Strategizing ways to foster the longevity of the Black/African ERG.

Humber employees who identify as Black/African and are interested in joining the ERG or attend Dr. Tanya O. Williams’ event are invited to send an email to the Black/African Co-Leads, Shernett Bennet at shernett.bennett@humber.ca or Patricia Suleiman at patricia.suleiman@humber.ca.

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