Announcements

Face Recognition Study Seeking Participants
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When:
November 1, 2018
Contact:
Adam Sandford
Tel:
416.798.1331 x6088
Email:
adam.sandford@guelphhumber.ca
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

Dear colleagues,

Please see the research study notice below for information pertaining to a research study we are conducting throughout the fall semester at the University of Guelph-Humber. We would greatly appreciate your assistance in providing this information to interested members of faculty and staff. Please feel free to inform students about this opportunity too. All are welcome to participate.

Research study notice:

Dr. Adam Sandford’s research team is looking for participants in their research project that examines whether face-shape information supports recognition of faces. Participants will be tasked with recognizing faces under varying viewing conditions. This investigation will inform theoretical and practical discussions about underlying mechanisms and processes used in face recognition. In under one hour, participants of this study will each receive a $20 gift card for their contributions to our scientific investigation. More details about this study will be emailed to interested students and members of faculty and staff. These details are provided in an information letter, which will be attached to our email responses. Please note that the first study is taking place at the University of Guelph-Humber on Humber College's North Campus.

For study details, please contact Dr. Sandford at adam.sandford@guelphhumber.ca. Thank you in advance for your interest.

Planned IT Maintenance
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When:
November 1, 2018
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

There is a planned IT maintenance on Saturday, November 10 from 6 p.m. until Sunday, November 11 at 8 a.m.

ALL IT SYSTEMS AT ALL CAMPUSES, including the University of Guelph-Humber will be unavailable due to IT system maintenance.

  • Affected (unavailable) services include Banner, Blackboard, Email, MyHumber, humber.ca, wifi and Internet.
  • Telephone services will also not be available.
  • We recommend that students and employees plan to not be on campus during this time.

For more information or if you have questions, please contact the I.T. Support Centre at 416.675.6622 x8888 or supportcentre@humber.ca.

Scholars & Co. - November 2018
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When:
November 1, 2018
Contact:
Heidi Marsh
Tel:
x5836
Email:
heidi.marsh@humber.ca
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

We are pleased to share this month's edition of Scholars & Co. - our monthly newsletter highlighting the research and scholarly activity happening within the Centre for Teaching & Learning this month. In particular, we would like to draw your attention to a lightning poll in this month's issue – the SoTL team is currently planning our Winter 2019 programming, and we want to hear from you! What topics and initiatives are you particularly interested in? What would you like to learn more about?

We would also like to formally welcome Siobhan Williams to the SoTL team. Siobhan recently completed her Ph.D. at the University of Toronto, and will be starting on November 12 as our new full-time Program Administrator for the Teaching Innovation Fund. We are excited to have Siobhan on our team – she brings with her a wealth of experience with research and scholarly dissemination, as well as a passion for teaching and educational development. Welcome, Siobhan!

 

CTL: Next Week at the Centre for Teaching and Learning
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When:
November 1, 2018
Contact:
Ravneet Mann
Tel:
x4767
Email:
CTLWorkshops@humber.ca

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

Workshop North Campus Lakeshore Campus

Mind Mapping
Join us to investigate best practices used in the creation and real-world application of mind maps by using state-of-the-art mind mapping software.

Mon. Nov. 5, 2018, 12:35 p.m. to 2:20 p.m. North: D236
Register

Tue. Nov. 6, 2018, 2:25 p.m. to 5:05 p.m. Lake F103
Register

SoTL Research Drop-in: Qualitative Methods
Do you have a specific question about a research project you are working on?? Drop by one of our drop-in sessions, where our team will provide their expertise to help answer your questions.

Tue. Nov. 6, 2018, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. North: D236
Register

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TechTalk: Free Digital Tools for Teachers
Learn umber of useful, fun and, most importantly, free utilities that instructors can use in the classroom. Freeware enables faculty to create dynamic classroom lectures, robust online content and engaging assignments by using free, tested, stable software.

Tue. Nov. 6, 2018, 6:05 p.m. to 6:55 p.m. North: D225J
Register

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Presentation Skills
Take your presentation skills to the next level. Discover what’s working well for you, and what areas can be improved. 

Thurs. Nov. 8, 2018, 3:20 p.m. to 4:10 p.m. North: D236
Register

Tue. Nov. 6, 2018, 12:35 p.m. to 1:25 p.m. Lake F103
Register

Writers' Collective
The Writers’ Collective is an opportunity to dedicate some time to writing in a silent group setting. Come, have some coffee, and write quietly, in a focused manner.

Tue. Nov. 6, 2018, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. North: D236
Register

Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Lake: F103
Register

Bringing Community into the Classroom
Come learn and share ideas about how faculty can implement Community Service Learning strategies in the classroom. 

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Wed. Nov. 7, 2018, 11:30 a.m. to  p.m. 
Register

TechTalk: Quick and Easy Diagrams with Lucidchart
Learn the basic functionality of Lucichart,  a web app that allows users to collaborate and work together in real time to create flowcharts, organizational charts, website wireframes, mind maps, software prototypes, and many other diagram types. 

Wed. Nov. 7, 2018, 11:40 a.m. to 1:25 p.m. North: D225J
Register

Mon. Nov. 19, 2018, 2:25 p.m. to 4:10 p.m. Lake: D112
Register

Creating Accessible Powerpoint Documents
Learn to create accessible PowerPoint documents. In this hands-on workshop, participants will modify inaccessible PowerPoint content to comply with accessibility standards.

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Wed. Nov. 7, 2018, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Lake: D112
Register

TechTalk: From Whiteboard to Smart Board
Enhance your presentations in the classroom and in the boardroom with the latest electronic board technology.

Thurs. Nov. 8, 2018, 9:50 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. North: D236
Register

 

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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.

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Thurs. Nov. 8, 2018, 12:35 p.m. to 1:25 p.m. Lake: F103
Register

TechTalk: Google Suite of Apps
Learn how the Google suite of free apps facilitates sharing and collaborating learning practices and explore the apps that are useful in an educational setting, inside and outside of the classroom. 

Thurs. Nov. 8, 2018, 1:30 p.m. to 4:10p.m. North: D225J
Register

Mon. Nov. 19, 2018, 9:50 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lake: D112
Register

Program Coordinators Community of Practice
A forum for PCs to discuss current issues, share ideas and best practices, and generally share the incredibly rich and diverse body of knowledge within our community.  

Fri. Nov. 9, 2018, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. North: D225I
Register

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Teaching in a Digital World Certificate - Registration now open! 

The CTL is offering the second iteration of the three-part certificate entitled 'Teaching in a Digital World'. Registration for Course 1, Clinic for Learning Management Systems, is now open.  This online course will run from November 7 to November 28 and is designed for the beginner, intermediate, and experienced Learning Management System users. Participants will focus on developing the skills required to use a Learning Management System (LMS) to effectively deliver face-to-face, hybrid and online courses. To register or for more information please contact Ravneet Mann (ravneet.mann@humber.ca).

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 below, 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.

Mon. Nov. 5, 2018 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. North: D225J Register
Mon. Nov. 5, 2018 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. North: D225J Register
Tue. Nov. 6, 2018 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Lake: D112 Register
Tue. Nov. 6, 2018 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lake: D112 Register
Thurs. Nov 8, 2018 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. North: D225J Register
Thurs. Nov. 8, 2018 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. North: D225J Register
Thurs. Nov 8, 2018 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Lake: D112 Register
Thurs. Nov 8, 2018 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lake: D112 Register
Places to Learn and Grow
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When:
November 1, 2018

With Places to Learn and Grow, you can name a highly visible learning space at Humber that will be seen by generations of students, faculty and staff.

You can inscribe your own name on the plaque, or you can name the space in honour of someone special to you.

This initiative is an easy and affordable way for you to make a difference in the lives of our students through our annual Humber Gives campaign. This means that your gift can be paid over time through payroll deduction while making an impact on thousands of students each year while leaving your mark at Humber.

For example, for as little as $8 per pay period over five years, you can name a study carrel.

Whether you choose to name a study carrel, bench, picnic table or study room, your gift will make a difference to student success by supporting:

  • Scholarships and awards;
  • Bursaries and support for students in need;
  • Equipment, tools, learning resources and spaces;
  • Special initiatives and experiential learning projects; and,
  • Emerging student needs that may arise.

Join us in supporting our students through this new initiative and leave your mark at Humber.

For more information, please contact the Advancement and Alumni office by phone at 416.673.0152 or via email at nameyourspace@humber.ca. You can also find more details, including a listing of available spaces, by visiting humber.ca/nameyourspace.

Sanjay Puri, Vice-President, Administration & CFO
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When:
November 1, 2018

I am pleased to announce that Sanjay Puri is the successful candidate for the role of Vice-President, Administration & CFO. Sanjay holds CPA, CMA designations and brings extensive finance, administrative and operational experience to the role.

Sanjay will join the executive team and contribute to the College’s vision and strategies by providing leadership and accountability to the College’s administrative units: Financial Services & Planning, Capital Development & Facilities Management, Public Safety & Emergency Management, and Campus Services.

Sanjay joined Humber in 2008 as the Director, Financial Services and Planning. During his time at Humber, he has successfully designed and implemented a resource allocation approach to the college’s financial management that aligns to our overall priorities and Strategic and Business Plan objectives. 

He has also championed business process reengineering and implementation for Banner Financial and participated on several Humber and sector-wide Finance committees, including the Board of Governor’s Audit and Finance Committee.

Sanjay is Chair of Colleges Ontario Finance Officers (COFO), and a member of the MTCU Reporting Entity Group.

Please join me in congratulating Sanjay on this new and well-deserved role.

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Chris Whitaker
President, CEO Humber I.T.A.L.

Humber Et Cetera
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When:
November 1, 2018
Contact:
Marlee Greig
Email:
marlee.greig@humber.ca

The newest, spookiest issue of Humber Et Cetera is out just in time for Halloween. You can check out the issue in PDF or online.

Et Cetera is produced by second and third-year journalism students at North Campus.

Does your department or program bring in interesting guest speakers, host competitions or have current students (or recent grads, or faculty) working on exciting projects or winning awards?

Et Cetera would like to hear from you.

Contact etc.humber@gmail.com or marlee.greig@humber.ca.​

 

Office of Sustainability – October 2018 Newsletter
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When:
October 31, 2018

We've had an incredibly busy couple of weeks. Check out what you've been missing in our October newsletter. 

October 2018 Newsletter: mailchi.mp/humber/pm-trudeau-at-humber-halloween-contest-town-halls

Don't miss out, subscribe today and be the first to know what's happening at our office! 

The Office of Sustainability 

 

 

 

Have You Completed The Three (3) AODA Mandatory Trainings?
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When:
October 30, 2018

According to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Humber College is required to train all members of the organization on accessibility standards.

There are three AODA mandatory online training programs administered by the Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Diversity. All Humber employees are required to complete these three (3) trainings:

1. Customer Service Standards Training

The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) underwent recent changes as of July 1, 2016. As a result, Humber was required to update its training on the Customer Service Standards. 

All Humber employees must complete the revised AODA Customer Service Standards Online Training.

The online training module can be accessed here.

2. Accessibility Awareness Training for Educators (AATE)

The Accessibility Awareness Training for Educators requires Humber College to provide educators with accessibility awareness training. 

All Humber employees are required to complete the online Accessibility Awareness Training for Educators.

Please note: All employees within an educational institution are defined as educators.

The online training module can be accessed here.

3. Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation/Ontario Human Rights Code Training (IASR/OHRC)

The IASR/OHRC training covers the established accessibility standards in information and communications, employment, transportation and the built environment. 

All Humber employees must complete the IASR/OHRC Training.

The online training module can be accessed here.

Please email your printed AODA certificates to zahra.brown@humber.ca.

If you are unsure if you have completed these (3) AODA trainings, please let Zahra know. She can check your records for you.

Scholarships Available for Humber Students Closing Soon
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When:
October 30, 2018
Contact:
Marlene Barbosa
Tel:
x5480
Email:
marlene.barbosa@humber.ca

Application Based Scholarships on MyHumber for our students are closing on November 1.

Please help us spread the word to our students in the following schools:

  • School of Applied Technology
  • School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • School of Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism
  • School of Media Studies and Information Technology
  • The Business School

These particular scholarships are all funded by donors and special event fundraising efforts. Each scholarship has specific criteria that can be program specific or school specific.

If you have any questions, please contact Marlene Barbosa, Student Awards Officer at x5480 or marlene.barbosa@humber.ca.

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