The Office of Sustainability is excited to celebrate Earth Month with a series of engaging events focused on sustainability, climate action, and environmental awareness. This year's theme is Green Skills, highlighting the knowledge and abilities needed for a sustainable future. 

Throughout April, students, staff, and faculty will have opportunities to learn, connect, and take meaningful action for a greener future by joining a wide array of events. 

Register for the events listed below and share with students and peers! 

Earth Month Opening Ceremony 

April 2, 12 - 2 p.m. at Lakeshore Campus, G Cottage 

Join the Office of Sustainability and First Year Experience to kick off Earth Month with eco-crafts, learn more about sustainable practices, and have delicious snacks.  

Repair Café Humber & E-Waste Collection 

April 3, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at North Campus, LRC 

April 8, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Lakeshore Campus, G Cottage 

Got a favourite jacket with a broken zipper? An old camera or record player that’s stopped working? Bring your broken items to Humber's first Repair Café organized in collaboration with the Library! We'll fix your items, have a great time, and learn some handy repair skills along the way. 

We will also be collecting e-waste and electronic devices donations in partnership with Let’s Get Together. 

Exploring Careers in Sustainability 

April 9, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. at North Campus, B101 

Interested in exploring a career in sustainability or learning how you can apply your skills towards a greener world? Join our workshop to explore green job opportunities, gain insights from the Career Centre, and learn how to align your skills with a career that makes a positive impact on the planet. 

Sustainability Campus Tour 

April 10, 2 - 3 p.m. 

Meet in front of Sustainability Office (E103) at North Campus 

Explore sustainability in action on our Sustainability Campus Tour! Discover innovative green initiatives, from energy-efficient buildings to waste reduction programs, and learn how our campus is leading the way in environmental responsibility. 

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: Humber’s 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 

Note: 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.

This very special day happens annually on March 21 (symbolic of Trisomy 21), and is celebrated in 190 countries.

Today, we choose to learn about and uplift the Down syndrome community, and give recognition to the incredible accomplishments of people born with this condition, including Humber alumna Jessica Rotolo.

It is a time to come together and show support for one another, to combat stereotypes and discrimination, and instead focus on inclusion and equal access to opportunity for all. The 2025 theme is "Improve Our Support Systems," which brings attention to the challenges that people with Down syndrome and their families face in receiving proper care, education, and opportunities they deserve.

Show your support by wearing mismatched socks, spreading the word and signing the CDSS' petition, available here.

Humber Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) recently took the time to celebrate a milestone in its short history, marking 19,000+ enrolments in the 2023-2024 academic year.

Formerly Humber Continuing Education (CE), CPL was established in 2021 to oversee and champion Humber’s professional learning, upskilling, micro-credentialing and industry accreditations, and has seen significant growth since it’s inception. Frank Cappadocia, Dean of CPL, attributes this year's 37 per cent increase in enrolments to the collaborative efforts of individuals and teams across various areas of the Polytechnic, including CPL Central, Community Outreach Workforce Development (COWD), Education Training Services (ETS) and each Academic Faculty. 

Supporters from across the institution gathered to mark the occasion, with remarks from the Dean and the 19,000th enrolled learner, mid-career learner Jason Mercier, VP Operations at Retirement Life Communities and current learner in the Condominium Management program. Jason admitted while his return to learning was born out of a need for formal accreditation, his experience with Humber has been a positive one, which has fueled his ambition to continue to pursue ongoing learning.

CPL has its sights set on continuing its upward trajectory as it rounds out the 2024-25 academic year, with many exciting projects and further milestones on the horizon.

For information about continuous professional learning options for you or your team, visit humber.ca/cpl.