Announcements

Repaving of Parking Lot #1 - South Side
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When:
July 16, 2021
Contact:
Roman Fuzak
Email:
roman.fuzak@humber.ca
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We would like to inform the Humber Community that Humber Facilities will be closing the south section of Parking Lot #1 at North Campus from July 20 to August 20, 2021. Construction fencing will be in place for the duration of this project.

The north section of Parking Lot #1 will still be open and made available to the community. The parking gate on the north section will be used as the entry and exit for the area.

Should anyone have any questions or concerns, please contact Roman Fuzak at roman.fuzak@humber.ca.

Research Faculty Rockstar: Mark Stoiko, Professor, Faculty of Business
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When:
July 16, 2021
Contact:
Anju Kakkar
Email:
anju.kakkar@humber.ca
FACULTY ROCKSTAR: Mark Stoiko | Professor: Business | Faculty of Business

Mark Stoiko is an expert in business planning, marketing, and research. He possesses an enriched background in financial services, marketing, advertising, and marketing research industries, having owned an advertising agency and marketing research firm. Mark spent a significant part of his career as a corporate banker with BMO Nesbitt Burns, and the President of Martin Grove Group Inc. His experiences have greatly assisted in developing his entrepreneurial skills and research expertise.

With a desire to share knowledge and pursue ‘learning’ as a lifelong goal, Mark joined the Humber Faculty of Business in 2012. 

Mark Stoiko is an emerging researcher with experience in digital transformation modeling and project management. He is leading a research project funded by the NSERC Engage grant, in partnership with NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada Limited, as Principal Investigator.

Read more about Mark's story here.

Province to Enter Step 3 of Reopening on July 16
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When:
July 15, 2021

At 12:01 a.m. on July 16, Ontario will enter Step 3 of the provincial reopening plan. As a result, limited varsity training will begin next week on campus. 

Humber is assessing the regulations related to Step 3 and will provide any additional updates as they relate to college operations. 

In general, Step 3 focuses on the resumption of additional indoor services with larger numbers of people and restrictions in place. Additional information can be found in the Ontario media release found here. 

Blackboard Learn Ultra Training Sessions
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When:
July 15, 2021
Calendar for Blackboard training

Humber is upgrading to Blackboard Learn Ultra and your T+L team is offering a variety of training sessions this summer to help ensure you are ready for this transition.

Click here to be redirected to our website to learn more about the new, mobile-friendly, accessible version of Blackboard and for the most up-to-date training schedule.

Sara Rumsey to be the new Associate Director of International Admissions and Student Services
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When:
July 15, 2021

We are pleased to welcome Sara Rumsey to Humber as the new Associate Director of International Admissions and Student Services.

Sara has an enviable record of success through 25 years of post-secondary work in both domestic and international admissions and recruitment plus project management supporting academic development and growth. Sara will be leading the international admissions and student services teams in Humber International, plus working with many colleagues throughout the academic division to support international student enrollment, persistence and success.

Please join me in welcoming Sara to Humber!

Andrew Ness
Dean, Humber International

Humber College is a Center for Sustainability Across the Curriculum
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When:
July 13, 2021
Contact:
Lindsay Walker
Email:
lindsay.walker@humber.ca

Humber College has joined 13 other institutions across North America to become a “Center for Sustainability Across the Curriculum,” in partnership with the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).

The “Centers for Sustainability Across the Curriculum” program aims to accelerate the infusion of sustainability content into curriculums.

This partnership aligns with the Humber Learning Outcome (HLOs) framework, which is part of Humber’s 2018-2023 Strategic Plan. The HLO framework identified Sustainability as one of three key mindsets that unite the Humber community and guide the behaviour and actions of Humber graduates in work and life.

Humber College has been a member of AASHE for several years, and this exciting new partnership will advance our efforts to be a national leader in sustainable campuses.

Lindsay Walker
Associate Director, Sustainability		 Lara McInnis
Acting Director, Teaching and Learning

 

Did you know? Humber staff, faculty and students have access to AASHE members-only information and resources related to campus sustainability. Create an account with your Humber email to access networking and professional development opportunities, benchmarking research, and more! If you have any questions about AASHE, please email lindsay.walker@humber.ca.

President's Breakfast Virtual Series 2021 - Still Accepting Video Submissions
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When:
July 12, 2021

The President’s Breakfast will be held virtually again this year. Rather than the traditional single-day event, the President’s Breakfast Virtual Series will run for three days (August 30 to September 1).

Since we haven't been together in person for a while now, we are asking for video submissions from staff. These submissions will be considered for a video montage that will be featured leading up to the President's Breakfast Virtual Series. In particular, we would like video submissions of:

  • What is one thing you are looking forward to with the start of a new academic year?
  • The name of one person who has helped you this past year?
  • Finally, since dancing is a President’s Breakfast tradition, you are invited to share a clip of your best dance moves. We will find a way creative way to highlight members of the Humber community getting into the groove.

Please submit video clips for consideration here by Friday, July 16.

#HumberTogether

Construction Notice: Temporary Road Closure. Humber College Blvd. and Hwy 27
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When:
July 12, 2021
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Construction Notice Update: Temporary Road Closure. Humber College Blvd. and Hwy 27

July 16-19, 2021

As part of the Finch West Light Rail Transit (LRT) Project, crews will be undertaking road work at the intersection of Humber College Blvd. and Highway 27, home to the future Humber College stop. To safely perform the work, Humber College Blvd must be closed from Hwy 27 to Arboretum Blvd., starting July 16 till July 19, 2021. The closure will not affect the lanes on Hwy 27. 

The closure will take place over a weekend from 8 p.m. on Friday until 6 a.m. on Monday, approximately. Signs will be posted to keep residents and businesses informed in advanced.

A Paid Duty Officer will be managing traffic at Humber College Blvd and Highway 27, as needed.

WORK HOURS:

  • Humber College Blvd. will remain closed at Hwy 27 from July 16 until July 19, approximately.
  • The closure is anticipated to start at 8 p.m. on July 16, 2021, until 6 a.m. on July 19, 2021, approximately.
  • Signs will be installed to keep local residents informed about the closure.
  • Dates are tentative and may change. Please visit us at www.metrolinx.com/finchwestlrt for up-to-date information.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • A Paid Duty Officer will be on-site managing traffic, as needed.
  • Due to the nature of this work, at times there will be noise and vibration around the work area.
  • Vibration monitors are installed, if needed.
  • Please take extra care when walking near work sites, and always make eye contact with the driver before crossing in front of any equipment or vehicle.
  • Thank you for your patience and we apologize for any inconvenience.
South Etobicoke Community Consultation - GARDENS Lakeshore
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When:
July 12, 2021
Coloured circles overlapping each other

The GARDENS Pod project is a community garden initiative in South Etobicoke. Humber is a partner of this project. There are various garden sites (referred to as ‘pods’ - raised garden beds) that are run by a volunteer led team. In these pod sites, fruits, seedlings, and vegetables are planted, harvested, then donated to the Daily Bread Food Bank and LAMP Good Food market.

To ensure the project evolves to meet the needs and wants of community members, we are looking for your ideas on community gardens and food security. Please fill in this two-minute survey and share your views on community gardens and food security in South Etobicoke.

As a thank you for your time, you will also have a chance to win one of four $25 gift cards to the Birds and Beans Café. 

The survey closes August 6, 2021. 

Mark Ihnat Moving to Georgian College
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When:
July 12, 2021

It is with mixed emotions that I share that Mark Ihnat has accepted an exciting new role as Dean, Centre for Teaching and Learning at Georgian College. Mark came to Humber in 2003 as a part-time Sociology and Humanities instructor in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences and became a faculty member in 2004. Mark served as program coordinator, eventually moving into the role of Director, eLearning in 2010 and transitioning to role of Associate Dean, Digital Learning in the Centre for Innovative Learning in 2021.

During his 18-year career at Humber, Mark has contributed in numerous ways to Humber’s programs, processes and strategic initiatives, including the digital student feedback questionnaire (SFQ) using the Explorance Blue platform, the Learning Management System (LMS), and the Extended Reality (VR/AR) lab and projects. Mark also managed the Open Learning Centre (OLC), a dedicated student digital learning support service, and was the project lead for over 100 online/hybrid course builds at the diploma and degree levels. In addition, Mark supported various eCampus Ontario funded initiatives, as well as the Humber Innovation of the Year Award winning paramedic virtual reality experience and other extended reality (VR/AR) experiences, including a Red Seal electrician VR simulation build and an AR circuit board training experience.

During the challenges of the COVID pandemic, Mark worked with the Teaching and Learning  team to develop the “10 Step Build initiative” moving Humber’s face-to-face courses to digital offerings, including the training of faculty, acquisition of new software, and development of instructional design workflows, allowing Humber to transition effectively to a remote delivery model. Mark represented Humber externally as chair of the Explorance Colleges Ontario Blue User Group (ECOBUG), as a member of the Ontario Learn Provincial Committee, and as chair of the Education Technology Committee.

Mark will be missed by many here at Humber, and we wish him continued success in this next exciting step in his professional career.     

Vera Beletzan
Senior Dean, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences and Innovative Learning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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