Announcements

When:
November 9, 2018

Join us on campus for a Mood Walk to benefit your mental health. Free drop-in, organized walks on campus for students, staff and faculty.

Mood Walks for Campus is an initiative that encourages physical activity as a way to improve both physical and mental health. This free, flexible and fun opportunity is open to all students, staff and faculty at the University of Guelph-Humber and Humber College. An increasing body of evidence suggests that one of the best ways to improve well-being is by simply spending more time outdoors. Spending time in nature has been shown to reduce stress, improve concentration, and bolster creative problem-solving.

North Campus Mood Walks program features three regular weekly walks:

  • Every Monday at 1:10 p.m., Wednesday at 12:10 p.m. and Friday at 11 a.m. - meet at the Athletics Customer Service Desk

Plus, additional walks planned by various groups on campus:

  • Wednesday, November 28 at 10 a.m. – meet at plant wall (organized by UofGH Kinesiology Society)
  • Thursday, November 29 at 3:30 p.m. and Monday, December 3 at 11:45 a.m., half-hour walk – meet in front of E135 Theatre Hall (organized by Exercise is Medicine on Campus).

Stay tuned for more opportunities to join Mood Walks! New website with full Mood Walks schedule coming soon.

When:
November 9, 2018

Our flags will be lowered on Sunday, November 11 for Remembrance Day.

When:
November 8, 2018

Check out the latest President’s Blog about the unveiling of the Indigenous Cultural Markers and the significance of this Remembrance Day.

Please click here.

When:
November 8, 2018
Contact:
Jodie Glean
Tel:
x5685

The Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Diversity is inviting the Humber community to help define the terms - Equity, Diversity & Inclusion for the College!

To start the process, eight (8) Knowledge Cafes were hosted in which the Humber community developed definitions for the three terms. Thanks to all persons who have already contributed to the development of the definitions. We are inviting everyone once again to review the definitions and recommend changes. Thank you for submitting your feedback to humanrights@humber.ca by November 14, 2018.

Equity
The principle of equity recognizes historically and currently under-represented and under-served individuals who experience unfair treatment in services, programs and employment. At Humber, equity means applying specific measures and practices to achieve equality of opportunities and outcomes for all.

Diversity
Diversity refers to the intersectionality of social and political identities that embody different worldviews, knowledges, and experiences. Humber embraces the diversity that exists in the identities of students and employees from local and global communities.

Inclusion
The principle of inclusion refers to the active and intentional engagement of people in all their intersecting social and political identities. At Humber, this engagement is grounded in respect, and all members of the college community are recognized as valued contributors. Inclusion enriches innovation, sustainability and excellence in curricular, research, programs and services.

When:
November 8, 2018

A message from Lori A. Diduch, Vice-President, Human Resources & Organizational Effectiveness with an update on the HRMS Go Live date. If you have any questions and/or concerns, please feel free to reach out to the Change Management team at hrmschangeteam@humber.ca.

For more information on the HRMS Project, please visit humber.ca/hrms.

When:
November 8, 2018
Contact:
Ravneet Mann
Tel:
x4767

Next week the CTL will be hosting a variety of learning and engagement opportunities. Please register below.

Workshop North Campus Lakeshore Campus

TechTalk: Word Clouds and Silver Linings
Word clouds are a great way to distil and summarize information. Come and find out various ways you can use word clouds in teaching and learning.

Tue. Nov. 13, 2018, 1:30 to 2:20 p.m. North D225J
Register

6:05 to 6:55 p.m. North D225J
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Wed. Nov 14, 2018, 2:25 to 3:15 p.m. Lake F103
Register

The Scholars' Café
The Scholars’ Café is a chance to discuss the latest in the teaching and learning literature. It is like a book club, but for journal articles.

Wed. Nov. 14, 2018, 10 to 11 a.m. North D225I
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Wed. Nov. 14, 2018, 10 to 11 a.m. Lake F103 (By Satellite)
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Assessment for Learning: Classroom Assessment Techniques
Discover how the use of classroom assessment techniques can improve the learning process, increase student engagement, and encourage students to produce quality work.

Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018, 1:30 to 3 p.m. North D236
Register

N/A

Writers' Collective
Dedicate some time to writing in a silent group setting, on a regular basis. Come, have some coffee, and write quietly, in a focused manner. 

N/A

Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Lake F103
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Tues. Nov. 20, 2018, 3 to 6 p.m. Lake F103 
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TechTalk: Essential Mobile Apps for Education
Discover and use some educational apps that can be part of your teaching toolbox and leverage your mobile devices’ capabilities to enhance teaching and learning in the classroom and on the go

Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018, 10:45 a.m. to 1:25 p.m. North D236
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Tues. Nov. 20, 2018, 9:50 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lake F103
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Mindfulness - Meditative Power of Breath
Take a break from your work day and regain a sense of inner peace, poise, and awareness through simple breathing techniques and meditation.

N/A

Thurs. Nov 15, 2018, 12:35 to 1:35 p.m. Lake G204
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Meeting the needs of Humbers' multilingual and international student population (Webinar)
Learn about various pedagogical strategies and techniques that can help support international and multilingual students. 

Fri. Nov. 16, 2018, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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Fri. Nov. 16, 2018, 10 to 11:30 a.m. 
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TeckTalk: Tame the Classroom Touchscreen
Engage your students and improve your presentation skills when using the Sharp classroom touchscreen situated in the HIVES classrooms and other Humber spaces. 

Fri. Nov. 16, 2018, 1:30 to 3:15 p.m. North D236
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Wed. Nov. 21, 2018, 1:30 to 3:15 p.m. Lake D112
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TechTalk: Enabling the Digital SFQ in Blackboard 

Are you currently part of the Digital SFQ rollout? If so, enabling the SFQ tool in your Blackboard environment/course site is a critical step in encouraging your students to fill out the SFQ and increasing your student response rates. In addition to the scheduled workshop times, faculty can drop in anytime during Studio hours to receive one-on-one support when it comes to enabling the Blackboard SFQ tool and any other Blackboard related support queries.

Monday, November 12, 2018 11 to 11:30 a.m. North: D225J Register
Monday, November 12, 2018 2 to 2:30 p.m. North: D225J Register
Tuesday, November 13, 2018  11 to 11:30 a.m. Lake: D112 Register
Tuesday, November 13, 2018  2 to 2:30p.m. Lake: D112 Register 
Thursday, November 15, 2018 11 to 11:30 a.m. North: D225J Register
Thursday, November 15, 2018 2 to 2:30 p.m. North: D225J Register
Thursday, November 15, 2018 11 to 11:30 a.m. Lake: D112 Register
Thursday, November 15, 2018  2 to 2:30 p.m. Lake: D112 Register

Visit the CTL Calender for a complete list of workshop offerings.

When:
November 8, 2018
Contact:
Falisha Rowe
Tel:
x5548
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

The Teaching Effectivenss Certificate (TEC) program 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 explore best practices in teaching and learning and apply the skills learned in a safe environment with other classmates.

The certificate is comprised of five individual courses that are designed to develop essential teaching competencies. Courses are delivered over 12 Saturdays or are available online.

Registration for Winter 2019 semester opens November 20: humber.ca/continuingeducation/programs/teaching-effectiveness.html

When:
November 7, 2018
Contact:
Crystal Williams

To help the Canadian social sciences and humanities research community better understand data management and incorporate data management considerations into research practices, SSHRC’s Research Data Management Capacity Building Initiative offers Connection Grants to support the research community’s development, adoption and dissemination of research data management standards, practices, tools and skills appropriate to their field.

SSHRC will accept applications for the Research Data Management Capacity Building Initiative at the following Connection Grants deadlines:

  • February 1, 2019;
  • May 1, 2019;
  • August 1, 2019.

Research data management supports the effective and responsible conduct of research, and increases the ability to store, find and reuse research data. A strong culture of data management will serve Canadian research excellence and support the development of social sciences and humanities insights. It will also benefit Canadian researchers working in international partnerships and collaborations as funders around the globe implement and strengthen data management requirements.

Research Data Management Capacity Building Initiative applications are subject to the Connection Grants evaluation criteria and scoring. In addition, as part of its assessment of the proposal’s relevance to the objectives of the Connection program, under the Connection Grants Challenge criteria, the merit review committee will evaluate the degree to which applications respond to one or more of the following objectives:

  • develop and/or adopt data management standards, practices, tools and skills within and across disciplines and institutions, with a focus on the social sciences and humanities;
  • connect researchers or students with data management professionals and service providers (e.g., librarians, programmers, specialists in research ethics, etc.), and other stakeholders (e.g., research subjects and users) to increase knowledge of data management;
  • share and develop knowledge and skills relating to data collection and storage, metadata, preservation, retention, sharing, credit and citation;
  • share and develop knowledge and skills related to the responsible ownership, control, access and possession of data used or created in the context of Indigenous research (e.g., the application of OCAP® principles); and
  • through other activities, enable the social sciences and humanities research community to strengthen its ability to fulfill the roles and responsibilities indicated in the Tri-Agency Statement of Principles on Digital Data Management, and the requirements proposed in the draft tri-agency research data management policy.

For more information about this initiative, or for advice on preparing your application, please contact:
Connection Grants
Tel.: 613.943.1007
Email: connection@sshrc-crsh.gc.ca

If you are interested in applying for this funding opportunity or if you would like more information about Applied Research & Innovation opportunities at Humber, please contact crystal.williams@humber.ca.

When:
November 7, 2018
Contact:
Dijana Kladnjakovic
Tel:
x5593

The Library has arranged e-resource trials covering a wide range of subject areas. To test drive these resources, please visit our website. Your opinions impact our purchasing decisions so be sure to provide us with your feedback via the evaluation form. Some trials expire November 19 and others in December. The trial resources include:

Bloomsbury Digital Resources offers many different e-resources. The Library has set up trials for: Applied Visual Arts, Architecture Library, Cultural History, Design Library, Food Library, Drama Online, and Screen Studies.

HeinOnline - An image-based, government document and legal research database, HeinOnline includes Canadian and international law journals, Canadian Supreme Court Reports, Provincial Statutes of Canada, Constitutions of the World and more.

JoVE - The Journal of Visualized Experiments is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that publishes experimental methods in video format. It provides access to over 9,000 video articles.

Naxos Music Library includes classical, jazz, world-music and historical releases. The contents can be searched by composer, work, genre and label.

Performance Design Archive Online covers all aspects of theatre production design, from the 17th century through to the present day, including scenic and set design, lighting design, sound design, costume design, and makeup.

PressReader.com, a digital newsstand, provides access to magazines and newspapers from around the world such as The Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, National Post, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, etc.

Theatre and Drama Premium provides access to 13,500 full-text plays and 750 hours of filmed stage performances, documentaries, and video training materials.

When:
November 7, 2018

The Christmas Holiday Closure will be effective:

  • Friday, December 21, 2018 - The College will close end of regular business hours
  • Wednesday, January 2, 2019 - The College re-opens and all employees resume their regularly scheduled hours

WORKING DURING THE CHRISTMAS PERIOD:

Support staff who are scheduled by their manager to work at the College during the Christmas Holiday period, shall be eligible for time and one half pay for each hour worked in addition to their regular holiday pay. For any payments of overtime, the Manager will have to submit a signed additional authorization form to HR Services

PART-TIME SUPPORT STAFF:

To be eligible for statutory holiday pay for the three statutory holidays during the Christmas period, (Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day), part-time support staff must meet the following criteria as per the Employment Standards Act:

  • have worked on their scheduled day of work preceding and following the recognized holiday period

Part-time staff who meet the above criteria and are required to work on any of the three statutory holidays are to be paid at time and one-half pay for each hour worked plus statutory holiday pay. Should staff be required to work on any of the other days during the holiday period they are to be paid on a regular hourly rate basis.

Statutory holiday payments to part-time staff that work irregular hours shall be equal to the total amount of regular wages and vacation pay payable to the employee in the four work weeks before the work week in which the public holiday occurred, divided by 20.  

Statutory pay is calculated automatically by payroll.  Time should only be entered if the employee works on the statutory holiday

Special note for Appendix D

Appendix D employees will be automatically paid by payroll for the week the College is closed (paid as per the Support Staff Collective Agreement).

PAYMENT PROCEDURE FOR PART-TIME STAFF:

Both electronic and paper timesheets for the January 4, 2019 pay must be received and/or approved by December 17, 2018 (pay period December 9 to December 22, 2018). Payment for the Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day statutory holidays will be deposited on January 18, 2019 (pay period December 23, 2018-January 6, 2019).

ELECTRONIC TIMESHEETS 

Do not enter time worked on a statutory holiday unless the employee actually worked the holiday. The pay owed for statutory holidays actually worked will be calculated and paid by the time management system.  If you enter time on either Dec 25, 26 or Jan 1, the person will be paid for the hours worked at time and one half as well as be paid for the statutory holiday which will essentially work out to double time and one half.  

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