Join us as we celebrate 50 years of change and re-invention at Humber by exploring a perennial concern: What’s next?
Send your single-page proposal concerning any subject (in any discipline) aligned with this year’s theme by or before May 15, 2017.
Submission to: lasconference@humber.ca
The Global Citizen Digest magazine is looking for employee and student submissions for our upcoming issue: Is global citizenship for everyone?
Here are some points to consider:
In a climate of rising xenophobia and populist-nationalism, such questions are important to consider as institutions of higher education internationalize and work toward inclusion.
We invite staff, faculty and students to reflect on this theme and consider the following questions for your submissions:
How can the field of Global Citizenship Education:
Submissions are due Monday, June 1, 2017.
You can use a wide range of formats including, but not limited to: interviews, research articles, art work, reflection and opinion pieces. Submissions are 1,000 words or less and all photos must be jpeg (300dpi or more). Please follow APA guidelines. For further details on magazine guidelines, please see the attachment.
To send in your submission or if you have any questions, please email plumb@centennialcollege.ca.
Ergonomics is fitting the task to the employee. It is aimed at ensuring that equipment, tools, and job tasks are properly designed and/or arranged to minimize the risk of injury, to reduce discomfort and to promote efficiency.
Many Humber staff use computers regularly throughout the day. Sitting for extended periods of time at a computer workstation in poorly designed/adjusted equipment, and in awkward postures can introduce a number of ergonomic risk factors that can lead to musculoskeletal pain and discomfort, as well as eye strain.
Please review the following general office ergonomics guidelines as they relate to your own computer workstation:
CHAIR:
KEYBOARD/MOUSE POSITION:
MONITOR AND WORKSTATION:
LIGHTING:
Thank you for reviewing this information. Tomorrow’s message will focus on Slips, Trips and Falls, and remember that Friday’s message will offer the opportunity to win prizes!
HR Services | Health and Safety Services
NAOSH Week is led by the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE).
More information about NAOSH Week can be found at naosh.ca or csse.org.
Please join Human Resources in welcoming Alison Coulter as our new HR Business Partner. Alison will become part of the Humber family on May 15, 2017.
Alison has over 13 years of human resources experience and has worked with diverse client groups in areas such as employee and labour relations, organizational design, job design and evaluation, recruitment and talent management including performance management. Most recently, Alison was a Human Resources Consultant for the University of Toronto and she provided the full range of human resources services to a client group within the university. She has also worked as a Human Resources Consultant for the City of Toronto providing strategic human resources expertise in the areas of employee and labour relations as well as recruitment and retention. Alison also holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a minor in Human Resources from Ryerson University.
As a HR Business Partner, Alison will support departments under the Vice President, Advancement and External Relations and the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences. While many of you may be aware that Cathy Brown is currently supporting these departments, Cathy has advised the Human Resources department she will be retiring at the end of this year. Over the next few weeks, Cathy will be assisting Alison with her transition to the college system and then she will be moving to a position on the HRMS Team where she will provide expertise on College Collective Agreements and Human Resources practices from her 26 years in the college sector.
The Human Resources department will be announcing the arrangements with respect to Cathy’s retirement closer to her actual retirement date. In the meantime, we would like to express our gratitude to Cathy for her willingness to assist with transition planning and our excitement in welcoming Alison to the Human Resources family.
The Business School is pleased to share the April 2017 edition of the monthly Dean's Newsletter with the college.
Showcase 2017: Fearless - Registration is now open!
Register on the showcase website: humber.ca/showcase
Join us for 70+ inspiring workshops at Humber!
Looking forward to seeing your Fearless-ness, on June 8th!
#WeAreFearless
Humber is committed to providing a safe work environment for all staff and endeavors to reduce workplace risks that may lead to accidents and personal injury. In the unfortunate circumstance that a work related accident does occur, it is important to know how to respond. The information below outlines the first steps involved in injury treatment and reporting.
INJURY TREATMENT:
If you are injured during the course of your work, obtain medical attention through one of the following options:
a) Humber’s Health Centres, located in LRC 2nd Floor (North) and WEL 202 (Lakeshore), will provide first aid treatment as well as advise whether additional assessment and treatment should be obtained from a doctor or other health care provider.
b) If you require assistance outside of Health Centre hours, or if emergency medical services (EMS) are required, contact Security at one of the numbers listed below. Security guards are trained in first aid, and can also contact EMS if required.
If EMS (911) has already been contacted, inform Security.Security is best equipped to direct EMS to the location on campus where they are needed.
c) Off-Campus Locations: If you are at a location where neither the Health Centre nor Security services are available, seek care from an outside provider such as a local urgent care clinic or family doctor. Obtain a doctor’s note and provide this to your supervisor. If EMS is required, call 911.
INJURY REPORTING:
All injuries which occur on Humber property or during work-related activities off-campus must be reported to your supervisor and to Health & Safety Services.
ONGOING COMMUNICATION
It is important to maintain ongoing communication with your supervisor, Health & Safety Services, and if necessary the WSIB, during your recovery period. For injuries of a more serious nature, Health & Safety Services will work with you, your doctor and your supervisor to ensure a safe and timely return to work.
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HR Services | Health & Safety Services Health & Safety Services is responsible for managing WSIB claims and the Return to Work program at Humber. Questions regarding these programs can be directed to Desta McCalla, Disability and Accommodation Specialist: extension 4237 or desta.mccalla@humber.ca |
Thank you for reviewing this information. Tomorrow’s message will focus on Office Ergonomics in the Humber Workplace.
HR Services | Health and Safety Services
NAOSH Week is led by the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE).
More information about NAOSH Week can be found at naosh.ca or csse.org.
Please be advised that there will be external filming taking place in various locations at Lakeshore Campus on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. The locations include Residence, A building second floor hallway and B building classrooms.
If you have any questions or concerns please contract Dylan Ayres, Conference Coordinator at dylan.ayres@humber.ca or x77304.
Humber College Continuing Education is now offering The Internet of Things: an Introduction. This workshop will be held on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., starting May 17th and ending May 31st. The Internet of Things explores the exciting world of interconnection as more and more everyday objects become capable of transmitting data. IOT tackles terminology, real-world applications, and future developments. You don't have to be a specialist to learn about the growing conversations machines are having with one another, and what that means for our society.
The cost for this workshop is $84.90, but eligible staff can take the course for only $20. Simply call or visit the registrar's office for the discounted rate.
For more information, please visit humber.ca/continuingeducation/ourses/internet-things-introduction.
I am very pleased to announce the following structural changes to Applied Research and Innovation (ARI) in order to better serve the Humber community.
Effective immediately, Dr. Krista Holmes is back from maternity leave and has been appointed as the Associate Dean, Applied Research & Innovation. Dr. Holmes will be responsible for helping to develop and foster an applied research culture and providing operational guidance and excellence to the delivery of Humber’s Strategic Applied Research Plan and activities. These applied research activities include: developing appropriate research policies and procedures, establishing and managing research support services and staff, assisting in the development of academic schools research plans, encouraging scholarly activities, supporting student-based research projects, and promoting College research initiatives to government, industry and the community.
Amanda Brown has agreed to accept a full time position as ARI’s Research Partnership Development Manager and will be responsible for partnership development and client relationship management, applied research marketing and communications, and working with the Humber community to identify collaborative applied research opportunities.
Duarte Ribeiro, has agreed to accept a contract position as Finance & Operations Analyst responsible for all ARI financial management support.
Michelle Bozzetto, has also agreed to a contract position to serve as ARI’s Communications Coordinator will support and coordinate all ARI social media platforms, ARI communications initiatives, and events.
Please join in welcoming them to the team and wishing them continued success in all their endeavours.
Darren Lawless, PhD
Dean, Applied Research & Innovation
