Announcements

Yoga Exercise Specialist Program
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When:
August 23, 2018

Registration is now open for the Yoga Exercise Specialist program with the School of HRT's Continuing Education. Yoga Exercise Specialist Certification is a two-part program aimed at preparing the participant to teach yoga in the fitness and health industry. 

In part 1, participants will learn the following:

  • Over 50 postures, warm-ups and variations
  • Skills to integrate yoga into your private training and group exercise programs
  • Ability to develop and design a safe hatha yoga class
  • Meditation techniques
  • Relaxation and breathing techniques
  • Basic yoga history and philosophy

Part 1 takes place on Saturday, October 20 and 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost: $282

To register, please click here

For more information, please contact savio.colaco@humber.ca

Watermain Replacement on Finch Avenue West
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When:
August 22, 2018
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The City of Toronto will replace the watermain along Finch Avenue West near North Campus beginning mid-August to spring 2019. Humber Capital Development staff have been communicating with City of Toronto staff regarding this project since spring 2018.

Humber has requested that during the school start-up period (first three weeks of September) that all efforts should be considered by the contractor to minimize the traffic impact on Finch Avenue. During this time, work on this project will shift to evening/night hours allowing for better traffic management. 

However, we should still expect some traffic congestion and lane reductions. There may also be increased dust and noise in the area. Staff and students should consider alternative roads to access the campus.

This project is part of the Council-approved 2018 Capital Works Program to renew aging infrastructure, improve water distribution and reduce the risk of watermain breaks.

Complete details can be found in the attachment.

 

CTL: Culturally Inclusive Educator Certificate
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When:
August 22, 2018
Contact:
Carol Appleby
Tel:
x4127
Email:
carol.appleby@humber.ca

Online Only

The Culturally Inclusive Educator Certificate is designed for those interested in the field of teaching or private sector training. The courses within this certificate program provide participants with an opportunity to enhance their intercultural knowledge, communication skills, curriculum development and differentiated teaching skills when teaching and learning with international higher education students.

The certificate is comprised of five individual courses that are designed to develop essential teaching competencies for supporting international higher education students.

Upon successful completion of the five courses, participants receive a Certificate of Completion.

This Certificate has been accredited by the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) - Educational Developers Caucus (EDC) of Canada to ensure quality in teaching and learning. For more information, please visit EDC Accreditation information.

This Certificate has received the Learning Teaching and Assessing accreditation award by the Staff and Educational Development Association (SEDA) of the United Kingdom to ensure quality and alignment in teaching and learning values and philosophies. For more information, please visit Learning Teaching and Assessing Award Information.

Courses must be taken in the following order: IIE 001, IIE 004, IIE 002, IIE 005, IIE 003

 

Module Description Date/Fee  

Intercultural Context
IIE 001.909

 This course provides an introduction to the exploration of cultural values and internationalization at the postsecondary level and how they intersect within the academic environment. Self-assessment of identity and cultural values will preface all discussion and reflection. Participants will also explore strategies and activities for moving through the stages of intercultural sensitivity within the classroom.

September 11 to October 1
Fee: $140.00

Online
Register

Understanding Students in Transition
IIE 004.909

 This course explores the experience of international students in their transition to post-secondary academic life in Canada.  Participants will learn about trends in international student demographics and motivations for pursuing education abroad.  Participants will explore stages and symptoms of transition that students commonly encounter as they navigate towards cultural and academic adaptation in a new environment. Upon completion of the course, participants will have developed a framework of actions they can take to provide appropriate support for students in transition.

October 2 to 22
Fee: $140.00

Online
Register

Intercultural Communication
IIE 002.909

 This course explores the connection between culture and communication for educators.  Participants will begin with an assessment of their self/cultural identity and the assumptions that influence their behaviour and interactions with others. Students will explore barriers to intercultural communication and examine cultural domains and how they impact communication and behaviours in the classroom.  Through case studies, writings and film, students will explore communication norms of other cultures. The course will enable participants to understand their interpersonal communication techniques, facilitate dialogue between students, and provide responsive resolutions to cultural communication conflict in the classroom.

October 23 to November 12
Fee: $140.00

Online
Register

Supporting Language Acquisition
IIE 005.909

 Gain practical experience in supporting language acquisition of English language learners in your classroom.  Participants will acquire the fundamentals in second-language acquisition theory and the development of realistic language-learning goals for students.  Participants will discover how to monitor the form of their own language and supply language-related feedback.  Participants will identify useful language-related resources for learners, discern the challenges faced by second-language learners, and design activities that incorporate opportunities for planning and practicing language.

November 13 to December 3
Fee: $140.00

  

Intercultural Curriculum
IIE 003.909

 This course explores ways to build a more globalized teaching practice and support international students in the classroom.  A global education approach to teaching focuses on the students’ place in the world community. This focus enriches the student experience by connecting curriculum to real life, and understanding the connections among people, cultures and environments. Participants will explore how their teaching and learning practice can integrate the social, economic, environmental, and political aspects of our world no matter what the subject content.

December 4 to 21
Fee: $140.00

Online
Register
Wanda Buote Appointed as new Dean of Educational Training Solutions
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When:
August 20, 2018

I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Wanda Buote as the new Dean of Educational Training Solutions, effective October 1. As you know, this division includes the individual business units of Corporate Training, the RECO project, Transportation Training and some Association and Credential Testing programs. Collectively this ETS division will have annual revenues of more than $24M.

Wanda has had more than 30 years of leadership experience at Humber. Her roles include the Director of CE; Director of Partnership Programs; and Associate Dean in the Business School; Acting Director, International; and for the last six years, Principal of the Lakeshore Campus. I am delighted that she will be able to bring this experience to this new dean role. 

Regards,

Alister Mathieson
Vice-President of Advancement & External Affairs

Continuing Education - Language Certificates & Courses
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When:
August 20, 2018

This fall the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences Continuing Education department is offering a variety of language courses.

For information regarding the courses and to see what languages that are being offered this term, please see below.

Certificates:

French Language certificate In-class liberalarts.humber.ca/programs/french-language.html
Everyday French Language certificate Online liberalarts.humber.ca/programs/everyday-french-language.html
Professional French Language certificate Online liberalarts.humber.ca/programs/professional-french-language.html
Everyday Spanish Language certificate Online liberalarts.humber.ca/programs/everyday-spanish-language.html
Professional Spanish Language certificate Online liberalarts.humber.ca/programs/professional-spanish-language.html
Everyday English as a Second Language certificate Online liberalarts.humber.ca/programs/everyday-english-as-a-second-language.html
Professional English as a Second Language certificate Online liberalarts.humber.ca/programs/professional-english-as-a-second-language.html

​Courses:

Sign Language 1 humber.ca/courses.html?code=ASL_101
Mandarin Chinese 1 humber.ca/courses.html?code=CHIN_101

 

If you would like more information, or are interested in registering for any of the language courses, please contact Silva Sola (silva.sola@humber.ca, x740866) or Vivi Tsoukalas (vivi.tsoukalas@humber.ca, x74122).

Thank you,

Vivi Tsoukalas
Program Assistant, Professional and Continuing Education, Liberal Arts and Sciences
vivi.tsoukalas@humber.ca, x74122

Global Young Academy - 2018 Call for New Members
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When:
August 20, 2018

Founded in 2010, the Global Young Academy (GYA) is an international organization of young researchers with members from six continents. Members are elected for five-year terms. Each member is expected to participate in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the GYA (the AGM 2019 will be held from April 20 to May 3 in Germany) and to actively contribute to one or more of the organisation’s programmes. This includes participation, e.g., in policy development, promotion of the National Young Academies, or promoting science and education at the international level.

Applications are currently being sought from young, independent scholars who combine the highest level of research excellence with a demonstrated passion for delivering social impact.

GYA membership from 2019 is open until 15 September 2018 (13h:00 UTC).

More information on how to apply and our online application form can be found here:

globalyoungacademy.net/call-for-new-members

Global Challenge 2018
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When:
August 17, 2018
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Humber is excited to announce that we will be participating for our 4th year in the Virgin Pulse Global Challenge!

What is the Global Challenge?

The Global Challenge is your ticket to a healthier mind and body. You’ll join over 350,000 people from around the world on a 100-day virtual journey that kicks off on September 5.

All you need is a team of seven to keep you company along the way.

What happens during the journey?

Once you’ve signed up your dream team, you’ll each receive a shiny new activity tracker to measure your activity. Every step you take, and every move you make, will take you and your team further on your virtual journey around the world.

You can view your ranking against global teams and battle for the top spot on the Leaderboard – but there’s no need to run a marathon or join your nearest gym (unless you want to!). Just aim to take more steps every day.

Your journey will be packed with fun and simple ways to improve all areas of your health:

  • fuel your body right with Nutrition;
  • destress and improve your resilience with Balance;
  • destroy distractions and get more out of your day with Focus; and
  • bounce out of bed each day with Sleep.

I’m in, where do I sign up?

Chat to colleagues, find your team of seven and get your nominated Team Captain to sign up at gcvp.co/humber.

Registration is open from now until August 29, 2018 to the first 50 teams.

Still a few members short of your Team of 7? Email michaelchris.thompson@humber.ca and we’ll do our best to match you up with other keen Global Challengers.

Spread the word!

For questions or inquiries about the program, please contact Michael Thompson at michaelchris.thompson@humber.ca or at x5159.

Application for Honorary Degree Nominations
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When:
August 17, 2018

Application for Honorary Degree Nominations
Due to the Office of the Senior Vice-President, Academic by November 30, 2018

It is the policy of The Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning (hereafter referred to as “Humber” or “the College") to recognize and honour selected exceptional individuals who have achieved distinguished status at the provincial, national, or international level, or who have made significant and important contributions to the College and/or the local community, through the bestowing of honorary credentials. To read the Honorary Degree Policy in full, please visit humber.ca/policies/honorary-degree-policy

Members of the College community are invited to submit nominees for consideration to honorary.degree@humber.ca using the Nomination for Honorary Degree form (Appendix A). Applications received by November 30, 2018 will be adjudicated and considered for presentation during a 2019 convocation ceremony (Spring or Fall).

If you have any questions about the policy, please contact Gina Antonacci at gina.antonacci@humber.ca or 416.675.6622 x4570.

Related Procedures:

humber.ca/policies/procedures/honorary-degree-procedure

Appendices:

Appendix A: Nomination for Honorary Degree Form

Appendix B: Evaluation Criteria Rubric

Appendix C: Selection Committee Membership

Window Cleaning - North Campus
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When:
August 17, 2018

Please note window areas that will be cleaned at North Campus over the next four weeks are as follows:

Building F Week of August 27
Building A Tentatively the week of August 20 or 27
Building B Tentatively the week of August 20 or 27
Daycare Tentatively the week of August 20 or 27
Buildings R and S Week of August 27 (starting on 28)
Building GH Week of September 17

Thank you,

Facilities

LRC to N-Building Closure on Second Floor
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When:
August 16, 2018
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The LRC to N-Building connection on the second floor will be closed to allow for the connection and completion of the new bridge from the BCTI building.

When Closure commences on Monday, August 20, 2018 and lasts until further notice (approximately 6 to 8 weeks).
Where LRC to N-Building connection on the second floor. See attached diagram.

Details: 

  1. Contractor will perform heavy demolition work after 5 p.m. (i.e. cut out through LRC & N-Building walls).
  2. Work behind the closure hoardings will be active full time throughout the day. 
  3. Due to the nature of the work, some construction noise will be audible but attempts will be made to minimize.
  4. Hoarding construction is scheduled to begin on Monday, August 20, 2018 during the day.

Students and staff are asked to use alternate routes on the ground floor between the LRC and N-building.

Thank you for your patience while Humber undertakes this necessary work to complete the BCTI project.

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