I am pleased to share that Lindsay Walker, Humber Polytechnic’s Director of Sustainability, has been announced as a recipient of the inaugural Fellows Award from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). The AASHE Fellows Award recognizes mid-career individuals who are significantly contributing to the advancement of sustainability in higher education.  

A total of ten individuals were selected to receive the award. They were judged on the impact of their projects and programs; product contributions that advance sustainability in higher education; presentations and publications; and service and mentorship.  

Over the past 12 years, Lindsay’s leadership has positioned Humber Polytechnic as a global sustainability leader. She has led major initiatives—such as the Friendlier reusable container program, Bee Campus and Fair Trade Certifications, and Low Waste Event Spaces—embedding sustainability into institutional strategies and daily operations. Under her guidance, Humber has completed four STARS reports, each earning a better score than the last, and developed three sustainability strategies targeting different areas of sustainability including waste, social and economic empowerment, climate awareness, and student engagement.

Throughout her career, Lindsay has been a dedicated mentor and advocate for advancing sustainability in both academic and broader community contexts. She regularly advises peers and emerging professionals across Canada, sharing her expertise through presentations, publications, and thought leadership. In addition to her work at Humber Polytechnic, Lindsay contributes to climate action beyond the post-secondary sector, including her role on the City of Toronto’s Climate Advisory Group and Evergreen Brickworks’ Board of Directors. Her commitment continues to drive progress toward equitable, climate solutions across sectors. 

Please join me in celebrating Lindsay Walker on this outstanding accomplishment!

Jason Seright
Vice-President, Inclusion, Belonging & Student Experience

The deadline for all full-time staff to submit their Winter 2025 Dependent Tuition Reimbursement applications is approaching! 

Starting today, employees must complete the Tuition Reimbursement request via MS Forms and provide the required information for review and processing. Previously, a form had to be downloaded and completed and submitted to Total Rewards.

What is the Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Benefit? 

This benefit is available for active full-time employees for their eligible dependents, and this financial reimbursement is provided on a semester basis to cover a portion of the dependent’s eligible tuition fees.  

How to Submit a Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Claim: 

1. Please complete the Humber Dependent Tuition Reimbursements Form for review and processing by Humber Dependent Tuition Reimbursements.
2. Employees may contact tuitionreimbursements@humber.ca for further assistance. 

For further information on Employee and Dependent eligibility criteria, please review the Tuition Reimbursement for Dependents policy. 

More information on Tuition Reimbursements for dependents offered to all employees can be found on the People(s) & Culture Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarships page, and on the Employee Perks page on the People(s) & Culture website. 

The submission deadline for the Winter 2025 applications is Wednesday, April 23, 2025. 

We encourage Humber instructors to share this opportunity with their students.

Did you know that Humber is offering a fast and engaging way for students to complete an elective this summer? Humber’s Global Summer School (GSS) is a unique opportunity to earn academic credit in just three weeks in July while collaborating with students from diverse backgrounds and gaining real-world experience.  

New this year: We now offer an Upper-Level Degree Breadth Elective option. 

Program Dates: July 14 to August 1, 2025 (Monday to Friday from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.) 
Location: Lakeshore Campus 
Registration Opens: Monday, March 24, 2025 
Final Registration Deadline: Friday, May 9, 2025 

https://humber.ca/global-opportunities/global-summer-school/current-humber-student-global-summer-school.html

Why Choose Humber’s Global Summer School? 

• Complete an elective credit in just three weeks.
• Take part in interactive, real-world learning experiences.
• Connect with students from different disciplines and backgrounds.
• Learn from Humber faculty and industry experts.
• Enjoy fun social activities like global karaoke and movie nights.

Courses Available: 

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma Electives (GNED Credit) 
• ECE 113 – Children Play and Creativity 
• SOCI 207 – Social Entrepreneurship: People, Profit, and the Planet 
• GGRN 100 – Foundation of Sustainability 
• Degree Breadth Electives (NEW! Upper-Level Option Available) 
• BHSW 1001 – Health and Wellness Concepts (Lower Level, S&T) 
• BUS 3505 – Intercultural Communications (Lower Level, SCC) 
• MEDC 1006 – Social Media (Lower Level, SCC) 
• SOCI 1500 – Human Rights, Diversity, and Social Inclusion (Lower Level, SCC) 
• JOUR 3012 – Becoming a Podcaster: Introduction to Podcasting (Lower Level, SCC) 
• NEW Course! SOCI 3200 – Thinking in Systems: How to Understand and Tackle Complex Problems (Upper-Level Degree Breadth Elective, SCC) 
• Course Elective (For ARC, CIVIL, Sustainable Energy, & Construction Engineering Tech Students); GNED- Diploma and/or Advanced Diploma Elective 
• PROJ 303 – Optimizing High-Performance Building Design 

Notes: the cost of the course being charged during the summer and full-time course load fees still being applicable for future terms.  

Not sure if a course fits your academic path? Check with an academic advisor before registering.

How to Register: 

• Express interest via the Registrar's Office by submitting a Records/Registration eForm through MyHumber.  Please ensure you submit your E-form no later than May 6. 
• Pay a tuition deposit to begin registration. 
• Search "Global Summer School" under “Course and Elective Attributes” in MyHumber to see all available courses. 
• Add course to the Registration Area 
• Submit and ensure you see the “Registered” 
• Don’t miss this opportunity to earn credit, expand your global perspective, and make the most of your summer.

Questions? Email us at globalsummerschool@humber.ca.  

Join us for an unforgettable summer! 

As part of Humber’s transition to Teams-based communication, the Department of Public Safety is updating its phone contact information. 

Effective immediately, the new number emergency line to reach Public Safety is: 416.675.4008

The previous extension X4000 will be gradually phased out and fully deactivated by the end of December 2025. 

The non-emergency line of 416.675.8500 remains unchanged. 

To ensure quick access in the event of an emergency on campus, we encourage everyone to: 

• Save the new number on your devices for easy reference. 
• Remember, you can also connect with Public Safety through the Humber Guardian App. 

Thank you for helping keep our campus safe and connected. 

Department of Public Safety