Announcements

Humber Research Series - Grant-Writing 101 at Lake Cancelled
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When:
November 30, 2016
Contact:
Magdalena Goledzinowska
Tel:
416.675.6622 x5595
Email:
magdalena.goledzinowska@humber.ca

Cancellation: December 8 session of the Humber Research Series: Applied Research-Grant Writing 101.

Please join us for this same session at the North campus on Monday, December 5, 1:00-3:00 p.m., North - D225I. 

Seeking funding from external sources often involves a lengthy grant-writing process. We will guide you in organizing your grant application, offer tips from a professional grant-writer and showcase examples of winning applications.

To register, please visit: humber.ca/centreforteachingandlearning/calendar.html 

We hope to see you there!

 

For more information, please contact:

Magdalena Goledzinowska, Manager, Ethics & Internal Programs
Applied Resaerch & Innovation
magdalena.goledzinowska@humber.ca
416.675.6622 x5595

Interim Library Director Announcement
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When:
November 30, 2016
Contact:
Jason Hunter
Tel:
x5029
Email:
jason.hunter@humber.ca

As Lynne Bentley retires from her role as Director of Humber Libraries at the end of December, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Alexandra Ross to Interim Director. As part of the Student and Community Engagement leadership team, Alexandra will focus on operations and management of Humber Libraries. A backfill plan will be put in place to ensure Alexandra’s current responsibilities are covered.  The search for a new Director of Libraries will commence in the new year, with the intent to appoint a permanent Director by Spring 2017.

Alexandra has been with Humber since 2009 as a Business Librarian. While she initially had responsibilities on all three campuses, Business School growth shifted Alexandra’s focus to Lakeshore’s business students and faculty. Alexandra has also been the Lakeshore Library and Learning Commons Coordinator, coordinating the day-to-day operations of both these spaces. In addition to her library experience, Alexandra has worked in executive search and public relations. Alexandra’s educational credentials include a Bachelor of Commerce, a Bachelor of Arts (English), a Master of Arts (Communications) and a Master of Information Studies.

Please join me in congratulating Alexandra on this appointment.

Jason Hunter
Vice-President, Student and Community Engagement

Library Website Redesign: Feedback Survey
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When:
November 29, 2016

Humber Libraries will launch a new website in September 2017.

In preparation for the launch, we are gathering user feedback during this phase of the project. Your input is appreciated.

Go to the feedback survey and tell us what you think.

Looking for Mature Students - Winter Orientation Panel
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When:
November 29, 2016
Contact:
Pirom Houth
Tel:
x4976
Email:
pirom.houth@humber.ca

As part of winter orientation, the Student Life programs team is collaborating with our counsellors from Student Wellness and Accessibility Centre (SWAC) to run a Mature Students' Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, January 10 at North and Lakeshore Campus. 

Part of this lunch and learn is to provide our mature students (those who identify as being out of the post-secondary system for over 3 years; and/or, those that are 25 years and over and are juggling various life roles) with an opportunity to learn about dealing with the challenges of going back to school. 

We're currently in need of 2 student panelists for our Lakeshore session (Jan. 10 - 12-1pm) and 1 student panelist for our North session (Jan. 10 - 1-2pm). The role of the panelists would be to share their experiences as a mature student at Humber to our incoming first-semester students.

Any staff or faculty who may know of any great candidates who would be willing to participate, please have them contact Pirom Houth, Coordinator, Orientation & Transition Programs: pirom.houth@humber.ca

Jennifer Gordon, Business Manager, School of Creative and Performing Arts
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When:
November 29, 2016

I'm pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Gordon to the position of Business Manager in the School of Creative and Performing Arts. Jennifer's first day in the office will be December 5, 2016.

An advocate for sustainable growth in the Canadian arts and cultural sectors, Jennifer has held roles in business development and training, arts administration, and consulting. Her entrepreneurial and consulting experience focuses on leadership placement for a broad range of clients including Access Copyright, Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, Canadian Stage, Dancap Productions, Harbourfront Centre and The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery, Luminato, Ontario Arts Council, Royal Conservatory of Music, The Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thomson Hall, and The Walt Disney Company.

Jennifer has also served as the Administrative Director for the Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illustrators and Performers (CANSCAIP), a charitable and national arts service organization, as well as Program and Membership Manager for Business for the Arts, where she assisted in delivering training in fundraising principles to arts organizations. Active as a volunteer in the arts, Jennifer most notably served as Co-Chair for the International Society for the Performing Arts (ISPA) 25th International Congress, held in Toronto in 2011. 

Jennifer maintains her own visual arts practice and is also working on the manuscript of her debut novel.

Please join me in welcoming Jennifer to the Humber family.
 

Steve Bellamy
Dean, School of Creative and Performing Arts

 

Karen Tavener Retirement Reception
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When:
November 29, 2016

Please join us in The Humber Room for a reception to celebrate. 

Monday, December 5, 2016

3:00 - 5:00 p.m. (official announcements at 3:45)

RSVP: pat.cuda@humber.ca (confirmations only)

Thank You for Donating to Textbooks For Change
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When:
November 29, 2016

Over 500 books were collected from professors this semester.

Thank you for all your amazing support so far!

Textbook donations are always accepted, visit humber.ca/sustainability for dropbox locations.

Join Humber Retirees in the Azores
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When:
November 29, 2016

Join Humber Retirees and friends on our first overseas trip to Sao Miguel Azores Portugal on April 28 to May 6, 2017.

Discover an Atlantic island lovingly moulded by Mother Nature 36 million years ago.

This message was in a Communique a month ago but more faculty and staff have since joined the ranks of the retirees. We want to ensure that you are all invited to join our tour to the beautiful Portuguese island of Sao Miguel, Azores. – described by Lonely Planet as “One of the best destinations in the World.”

The trip includes non-stop flights from/to Toronto, accommodation, most meals, transfers and guided sightseeing excursions. Enjoy visits to stunning volcanic lakes, hot springs, lush gardens and quaint villages. With delicious Azorean cuisine and the ambiance of a European island untainted by mass-tourism, it all adds up to a perfect end-of-semester getaway for all members of the Humber community.

For a detailed itinerary and registration information please contact: humber.retirees@gmail.com or al.aerotours@gmail.com

Cost: $2089.00 per person sharing double + tax $109.94

Increasing Accessibility at Humber: Alternate Formats Reminder
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When:
November 29, 2016
Increasing Accessibility at Humber: Customer Service Standard Requirement for the Availability of Information in Alternate Formats

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005) 
Humber College continues to promote a barrier-free learning, living and working environment. Humber is required to comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Under the AODA Customer Service Standard, Humber College is required to notify the public about the availability of information in alternate formats. This means that Humber must inform the public that, upon request, the information it creates, sends, receives, and distributes will be provided in alternate formats.

How can your school or department inform the public that the information you distribute will be provided in alternate formats upon request?

You can do one, or all, of the following:

  1. Include an accessibility footer on the information that your school or department creates and distributes. For example, the footer can state the following:

    This document is available in an alternate format upon request
     
  2. A message can be posted on your school or department’s website. Please see below for an example of a website message:

    If you require any information on our website or any of the information that our school/department distributes in an alternate format, please contact: (include the name and contact information of a designated contact person)
     
  3. A poster can be created indicating that alternate formats will be provided upon request and display the information in visible areas throughout your school or department.

What types of alternate formats might a person with a disability request?

Common alternate formats include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Electronic text, such as Word documents or PDF’s
  • Large Print in 16-20 point font or larger;
  • Verbal explanation of a written document;
  • Video Captioning, transcripts;
  • Sign language interpretation.

Thank you for your continued support in ensuring Humber’s compliance with the AODA (2005)

For more information about the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), please contact Michael Thompson, Equity Generalist, Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Diversity by email at michaelchris.thompson@humber.ca or by phone 416.675.6622 x5220.

Community Barrier Identification Form
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When:
November 29, 2016
Did you know that Humber has a feedback process about the way it provides goods and services to people with disabilities?

The Community Barrier Identification Form is a feedback process that enables people to provide feedback in person, by telephone, in writing, by email or by another method.

  • If you identify a barrier to delivering goods and services to people with disabilities at Humber, or
  • If you would like to share how Humber is increasing accessibility for persons with disabilities, let us know.

For more information contact Michael Thompson by email at michaelchris.thompson@humber.ca or by phone at 416.675.6622 x5220.

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