When:
February 28, 2024
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster
The Longo Faculty of Business is pleased to share with the College the January edition of the monthly Dean's Newsletter.
Announcements
When:
February 28, 2024
Attention all Humber teachers:
We are looking for participants for our research study Artificial Intelligence Application Acceptance Survey (REB # 0360). This research project aims to learn more about what affects post-secondary instructors’ intentions to use generative artificial intelligence (genAI) in their teaching practices. The recent surge of genAI applications has created demands for the post-secondary sector to consider in the context of student learning. It has become clear that these applications are expected to continue to develop, improve, and become ubiquitous in the work we do. It is important for us to understand what influences teachers in their uptake of different artificial intelligence applications as we are learning that the use of these applications can support student learning.
Our research questions are:
- Main research question - What predicts post-secondary instructors’ intention to adopt artificial intelligence in their pedagogies?
- Secondary research question - What specific factors influence the integration of generative artificial intelligence in the pedagogies of post-secondary instructors?
Your participation will be confidential, anonymous, and private. Visit the following link where you will receive an explanation and access to the study. The study will be open until March 15, 2024. We hope that you will consider participating. If you have any questions you can reach out to jennie.miron@humber.ca.
As we enter March, you realize it would be great to have an extra pair of hands during spring/summer with your projects. It's time to start planning ahead as we have students to help you for Spring/Summer 2024.
Recruitment for Spring 2024 (May-July 2024) starts now. Connect with students early. Students are waiting to hear from you.
Do you have a research project that needs to be completed? Are you looking for someone who can assist you with:
- Data collection, research design, information retrieval, and survey design
- Designing and implementing research projects for international or domestic populations
- Qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis and interpretation
- Project management, proposal writing, and literature reviews
Additionally, our highly qualified research analyst graduates are knowledgeable with SPSS, Excel, and data visualization tools. Students are available full-time, for 12-weeks, from early May to July (flexible end and start dates) to assist you with your project.
If you have networks in external organizations that can benefit from a student placement, please feel free to connect them with Bhavi Gandhi at bhavi.gandhi@humber.ca.
*Project hours are used for Work-Integrated Learning (placement course).
When:
February 27, 2024
Community Outreach & Workforce Development (COWD) and the Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology (FAST) are hosting the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) (District Event) at Humber College from March 18 to 20. This event will feature the best high school robotics teams in Ontario as they compete for four spots at the World Championship.
We are thrilled to announce an opportunity for Humber staff, faculty, and students to volunteer at the competition. Volunteers play a crucial role in making FRC events a success, contributing to the development of the next generation of innovators and leaders. By volunteering, you'll inspire and support young minds in their journey to explore STEM fields, all while being part of an exciting and rewarding community dedicated to shaping the future of technology.
Watch a video that shows what it's like to be a volunteer at one of these events.
We are looking for both faculty and students as volunteers:
Faculty
We are specifically looking to recruit faculty members as judges for the event. We really want our judge pool to reflect the diversity of our students in every aspect. That means all genders, races, ages, occupations and interests are welcome. No experience needed. You will receive all the training needed for the role. Judges play a crucial role in recognizing outstanding achievements in robot design, programming, and teamwork. We will give you all the training you need to feel comfortable in the role.
Time commitment:
- Judges training dinner on March 18 (typically 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.)
- Event competition judging days - two full days, March 19 and 20 (typically 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
More judge information and initial judge registration for events:
https://www.firstroboticscanada.org/frc/judges
Students
We are also looking for students for volunteer roles such as robot inspectors, match queuers, field resetters, and more.
For more information, please email our Volunteer Manager, Jaeleen Koscielski at jaeleen.koscielski@firstroboticscanada.org.
About the FIRST Robotics Competition
The FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) is an exhilarating global robotics competition for high school students. Each year, teams of students, guided by mentors, design, build, and program robots to compete in a unique game or challenge announced at the beginning of the season. The competition encourages teamwork, innovation, and problem-solving skills as participants collaborate to complete tasks and score points within a specified time frame. FRC combines the excitement of sports with the rigor of science and technology, fostering a spirit of friendly competition and promoting STEM education. Watch a video that shows what these events are like.
The 2023-2024 FIRST season, FIRST® IN SHOW presented by Qualcomm, is shining a spotlight on the role STEM plays in the arts and empowering young people to design and build a world of endless possibilities.
When:
February 27, 2024
Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences - CPL
Communicating with the Deaf: Working with Young Children (ASL 020)
FLAS CPL is pleased to offer a five-hour interactive workshop which introduces participants to how they can use American Sign Language (ASL) in educational settings with young children (early childhood learning centers, kindergarten, and preschool classes, etc.). Participants will learn strategies and techniques to use when interacting with deaf and hard-of-hearing children. They will also develop skills for interacting with deaf parents and family members. The ASL alphabet, numbers, basic sign language words, phrases, and sentences to use when communicating with deaf children will be taught in the workshop.
For more information regarding the Communicating with the Deaf: Working with Young Children worshop, please visit the link below:
Communicating with the Deaf: Working with Young Children
If you have any questions or are interested in registering for the certificate, please contact cplliberalarts@humber.ca or 416.675.6622 ext. 75469.
Continuous Professional Learning
Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences
When:
February 27, 2024
Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences - CPL
Communicating with the Deaf in Emergency Situations (ASL 010)
FLAS CPL is pleased to offer a nine-hour (three evenings) workshop which introduce participants to strategies and techniques for effective communication with the Deaf in emergency situations. Participants will learn the ASL alphabet, basic sign language and communication strategies to be able to calm, reassure, assess, and obtain contact and other necessary information.
For more information regarding the Communicating with the Deaf in Emergency Situations workshop, please visit the link below:
Communicating with the Deaf in Emergency Situations
If you have any questions or are interested in registering for the certificate, please contact cplliberalarts@humber.ca or 416.675.6622 ext. 75469.
Continuous Professional Learning
Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences
When:
February 26, 2024
On Monday, February 26, the provincial government announced $1.3 billion in funding over three years for the post-secondary education sector. We are appreciative of this new investment and are awaiting further information from the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. Today’s funding announcement is an important first step in bolstering the financial sustainability of Ontario’s post-secondary sector.
The provincial government also announced its intention to allow colleges to offer Applied Master’s programs with an aim to have these programs meet the needs of employers and prepare students to be industry ready, in fields such as advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and animation.
Humber has always been at the forefront of innovation and the creation of applied master’s programs has been one of our advocacy priorities. This past spring, our board approved the creation of an Applied Master's program in Advanced Manufactuing, and we submitted the program to the Ministry for approval. We expect to learn the details about the approval timelines for new applied master’s degree programs in the coming weeks.
Humber is a leader in advanced manufacturing and has worked closely with industry partners to address the challenges and opportunities facing the sector, including through the establishment of the Advanced Manufacturing Skills Consortium and the work taking place within the Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation.
The province is introducing the Strengthening Accountability and Student Supports Act, 2024. If passed, this would authorize the Minister to issue directives requiring colleges and universities to provide information about ancillary fees and other student costs, including costs for textbooks and other learning materials. It would also require that institutions have policies in place relating to mental health and wellness supports as well as policies to combat racism and hate.
Please view the full Ministry announcement for more details.
When:
February 26, 2024
Dear Humber friends;
It is with profound sadness that we wish to inform the Humber community that Vanessa Vilic-Evangelista lost her fierce battle with cancer on the morning of Friday, February 23.
Vanessa began her Humber career as a Technologist supporting the Interior Decorating and Interior Design programs, and later as Professor and Program Coordinator of the Interior Decorating diploma. She has made many contributions to Humber’s Design programs, and played an instrumental role in the creation of the Humber Design Centre, including its recent renovation. It was under Vanessa’s leadership that the Interior Decorating diploma program grew to become one of the most highly subscribed Design programs at Humber, with very strong industry ties and reputation.
Vanessa touched so many with her passion for family, friendship, creativity in learning, and design; she approached everything she did with extreme passion, and those of us who had the pleasure to know her have witnessed this first-hand. She balanced family, work, advanced studies, and rich friendships in a way that no one ever felt she was too busy to make time for them.
It was Vanessa’s wish that we all honour her spirit for life and happiness by remembering her as she was, and we intend to do just that by holding a Celebration of Life at Humber, in the spring. Details will be shared when they are available.
When:
February 26, 2024
We would like to remind you that Copilot (formerly Bing Chat Enterprise) is available to all members of the Humber community, including staff, faculty, and students. Please refer to our dedicated page for Copilot and access resources from Information Technology Services (ITS) and Microsoft as you continue to use this new tool. Remember to bookmark the page for easy access!
As you continue to explore this new AI tool, ITS reminds you to use Copilot ethically and responsibly, based on Humber’s General Statement of Using Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools at Work.
We would also like to encourage faculty members to consult The Academic Division Statement on Artificial Intelligence. This statement provides directions on how to use AI for teaching and learning and how to uphold academic integrity.
We hope that Copilot becomes a valuable tool for enhancing your work and learning experience at Humber. We look forward to seeing the innovative ways in which you will use this powerful AI tool.
When:
February 26, 2024
Please be advised that T4 Tax Statements (Statement of Remuneration Paid Forms) for 2023 are now available to be downloaded from the Human Resource Management System (HRMS).
To view and download your T4 statement within the HRMS, please follow the step-by-step instructions to Download your T4 Tax Form.
Please note:
- If you have had multiple assignments during 2023 under the Full-Time and Part-Time payroll categories, you will receive multiple T4 statements. Please use all T4 statements when filing your income taxes for the 2023 calendar year.
- If you do not have access to a printer and wish to have a printed copy of your T4 statement mailed to the address we have on file, please contact the HR Support Centre.
For guidance related to this communication, please contact the HR Support Centre.