Announcements

When:
December 21, 2016
Contact:
Amanda Van Mierlo
Tel:
x5701

The North and Lakeshore Libraries will be closed all day January 4, 2017 to accommodate internal staff meetings. The Learning Commons on both campuses will be open.

For more information on library holiday hours, please click here.

When:
December 21, 2016
Contact:
Thomas Kaddour
Tel:
416.675.6622 ext. 4986

Student Life Programs is looking for gently used magazines for an upcoming project. If you have any magazines that you are willing to donate, please contact Thomas Kaddour at thomas.kaddour@humber.ca or x4986.

We are happy to arrange for a pick-up.

Happy Holidays!

When:
December 20, 2016

October & November 2016 Media Coverage Highlights

Metro Toronto – October 3, 2016 – A Career That’s Hot and Cold
Article mentions Humber’s interview with HVAC/R technology program graduate, Matthew Isaacs, who says he gained valuable knowledge of engineering practices during his time at Humber. (Page 18)
pressreader.com/canada/metro-canada-toronto/20161003
Also featured on; Metro Edmonton, Metro Calgary and Metro Halifax

Metro Toronto – October 11, 2016 – Hands-on Approach to Green Economy Studies
Article features interview with Humber’s Sustainable Energy and Building Technology program manager, Kerry Johnston. (Page 23)
pressreader.com/canada/metro-canada-toronto/20161011

The Toronto Star – October 17, 2016 – Further education programs that meet market needs
Article features interview with Eileen DeCourcy, associate vice-president, Teaching and Learning.
thestar.com/life/further_education/2016/10/17/further-education-programs-that-meet-market-needs.html

The Toronto Star – October 17, 2016 – New Programs Lead to Fresh Opportunities
Article mentions Humber’s immigration consultant certificate and Cyber Crime specialist program.
thestar.com/life/further_education/2016/10/17/new-programs-lead-to-fresh-opportunities.html

Toronto Star – October 17, 2016 – Customizing post-secondary education to suit your lifestyle
Article features interview with Humber’s Associate Vice-president, Teaching and Learning, Eileen DeCourcy.
thestar.com/life/further_education/2016/10/17/sizing-post-secondary-education-to-suit-your-lifestyle.html

Now Online – October 19, 2016 – Hack the job market with this growing number of post-secondary cyber-security courses
Article mentions Humber’s Protection, Security and Investigation four-semester program.
nowtoronto.com/lifestyle/class-action/cyber-security-courses-hack-the-job-market

The Globe and Mail – December 19, 2016 – Aesthetician Shortage Threatens Growth of Spa Industry
Article features interview with Humber’s Aesthetician and Spa Management program manager, Antonietta Perretta discussing companies looking for students to work for their spas.
theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/small-business/talent/aesthetician-shortage-threatens-growth-of-spa-industry/article32426790

Canadian Architect – October 19, 2016 – Winter Stations Calls on Artists to Transform Toronto’s Waterfront Landscapes
Article mentions Humber’s School of Design student designing stands for Toronto’s waterfront.
canadianarchitect.com/architecture/winter-stations/1003735571

The Globe and Mail – October 21, 2016 – Help for Newcomers is a Course Away
Article features Humber student, Amir Koohsarian, who immigrated to Canada and is studying in Humber’s Occupation-Specific Language Training program.
theglobeandmail.com/news/national/education/help-for-newcomers-is-a-course-away/article32460062

MacLean’s – November 2, 2016 – Training the Next Generation of Comedians, One Gag at a Time
Feature article on Humber’s Comedy program.
macleans.ca/education/university/how-college-is-training-the-next-generation-of-comedians-one-gag-at-a-time

MacLean’s – November 4, 2016 – Popular Stage Shows Like ‘War Horse’ Are Leading a Puppetry Revival
Article mentions Humber’s Puppetry Intensive program and features an interview with program co-ordinator, Shawna Reiter.
macleans.ca/education/popular-stage-shows-like-war-horse-are-leading-a-puppetry-revival

Travel Week November 4, 2016 – Humber College Networking Event Brings Together Toronto’s Industry Youth
Article mentions Humber’s Young Travel Professionals networking event.
travelweek.ca/news/humber-college-networking-event-brings-together-torontos-industry-youth

The Globe and Mail – November 7, 2016 – College Business Programs in Hot Demand
Article mentions Humber’s Supply Chain Management program as an area in demand in Toronto and features interview with program co-ordinator, Angelo Crupi.
theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/careers/business-education/college-business-programs-in-hot-demand/article32715664

Etobicoke Guardian – November 8, 2016 – Humber College Students Cook Up Gold at Culinary Olympics
Feature article on Humber’s Culinary Olympic team who won gold in Germany.
insidetoronto.com/news-story/6948149-humber-college-students-cook-up-gold-at-culinary-olympics

Toronto Star – November 15, 2016 – Toronto Public Health Wraps up CondomTO Contest
Article mentions Humber’s Graphic Design student, Andrea Por, who won the student category for the 2017 condo wrapper design.
thestar.com/news/gta/2016/11/15/toronto-public-health-wraps-up-condomto-contest.html

Toronto Star – November 16, 2016 – Humber Media Program Marks New Inclusiveness
Feature article on Humber’s Digital Media program features interview with professor, Anne Zbitnew.
thestar.com/life/continuingeducation/sponsored_sections/2016/11/16/humber-media-program-marks-new-inclusiveness.html
Also featured on Metro News Toronto

Barrie Advance – November 19, 2016 – Barrie Pastry Chef Wins Gold at Culinary Olympics
Feature interview with Humber’s gold medallist, Dimuthu Perera.
simcoe.com/community-story/6964918-barrie-pastry-chef-wins-gold-at-culinary-olympics

MacLean’s – November 28, 2016 – Transferring Credits Between College and University Can be Rocky
Article features an interview with Humber’s Senior Vice-President, Academic, Laurie Rancourt.
macleans.ca/education/college/transferring-credits-between-college-and-university-can-be-rocky

The Globe and Mail - November 30, 2016 – How Toronto’s Dustin Kroft Went from Furtniture Mover to Furniture Maker
Feature article on Humber’s carpentry program graduate Dustin Kroft
theglobeandmail.com/life/home-and-garden/design/how-toronto-based-dustin-kroft-went-from-furniture-mover-to-furniture-maker/article33103745

Niagara This Week – November 30, 2016 – Celebrity Designers Help Deck the Falls
Article mentions Humber’s Interior Decorating students work on five celebrity-design hotels in Niagara Falls.
niagarathisweek.com/news-story/6995401-celebrity-designers-help-deck-the-falls

When:
December 20, 2016
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

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. The Centre is happy to report that the modules for faculty, administrative and support staff have all been updated and are now available to you for completion.

Please note: All employees who have completed the Customer Service Standards online training before January, 2016 are required to complete the revised Customer Service Standards module that can be accessed at:

hrs.humber.ca/human-rights-equity-diversity/training-programs/aoda-customerservice-standards-training.html

Thank you for ensuring Humber’s compliance with the AODA.

For further information, please contact Michael Thompson by email at michaelchris.thompson@humber.ca or by phone at 416.675.6622 ext. 5220.

When:
December 20, 2016
Contact:
Leah Barclay
Tel:
x4696

After a very busy final exam period, the Test Centre at all locations will close for the afternoon of Wednesday, December 21st for a staff event.

Please ensure that you communicate to your students, should you anticipate a test being written on the 21st, or come in the morning to do any pickups. We will reopen for Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at both Lakeshore and North.

Thank you for your support over this exam period!

Testing Services

When:
December 20, 2016
Contact:
Chris Nanos
Tel:
416.675.6622 x 5580

When: Tuesday, December 27, 2016 from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. 
Where: B Building and Central Plant (backup power will be available)
Purpose: To replace electrical infrastructure

When: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. 
Where: C, D and G Buildings (backup power will be available)
Purpose: To replace electrical infrastructure

Staff, faculty and students will not be allowed entry to the areas mentioned above during the hydro shutdown.

If you have any questions, please contact Chris Nanos at 416.675.6622 x5580.

When:
December 20, 2016

A friendly reminder from the Office of Sustainability to remember to power down your computers and monitors, turn off all lights, close window shades and unplug any holiday lights before you leave for the holidays! Let's not use any unnecessary energy while we're not here. 

We wish you a wonderful holiday season!

Office of Sustainability

When:
December 20, 2016
Posters/Attachments: Event Poster

Assessing learning occurs at all stages in the learning process and is essential for measuring learning outcomes. In this workshop, participants will explore the key components of authentic assessments to maximize student achievement and engagement.


  • Register for Wed., Jan. 25, 2017, North: D236, 11:40 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
  • Register for Wed., Jan. 25, 2017, North: D236, 2:25 to 3:15 p.m.
  • Register for Fri., Jan. 27, 2017, Lake: F103, 11:40 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
  • Register for Fri., Jan. 27, 2017, Lake: F103, 1:30 to 2:20 p.m.
When:
December 20, 2016

Time is running out to register your kids for Humber Arboretum's Winter Nature Camp, coming up during the first week of January! Kids aged 5-12 can be registered for all four days (Tuesday January 3rd - Friday January 6th) or for individual days. Campers will enjoy:

  • nature walks and forest exploration 
  • animal tracking and orienteering
  • bird watching, including owl prowls and chickadee feeding
  • shelter building
  • arts and crafts 
  • introductions to citizen science projects
  • plus snowshoeing and tobogganing if weather permits

The regular camp day runs from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., however, we're offering FREE after-care until 5 p.m. to Humber College staff and returning summer campers! Before-care is also available from 8am for an additional fee.

Camp is $160 plus HST for the full week, or $45 plus HST for individual days.

To take advantage of the after-care offer, use the regular form to register for camp (and before-care, if desired) but do not select after-care during registration. Instead, as soon as your registration has been submitted, email us at arboretum@humber.ca.

FOR MORE CAMP DETAILS AND TO REGISTER

Visit humberarboretum.on.ca/camps.php

 

When:
December 19, 2016
Tel:
416.675.5009
Gift Certificate for the Intro to Urban Beekeeping Course

Do you know someone who's passionate about pollinators? Loves local food? Or is serious about sustainability? Show you support with a gift certificate for the new Sustainable Urban Beekeeping program at the Humber Arboretum, which explores small-scale urban apiaries with a focus on native bees and sustainable hive management. 

With this series of weekend classes and workshops, learners are free to pick and choose from topics of interest, or complete required courses and electives to earn a Sustainable Urban Beekeeping Certificate of Participation through Humber College.

Get Them Started with "Beekeeping 101"

The first course, Sustainable Urban Beekeeping: The Basics, will offer an overview of bee behaviour and anatomy, the beekeeping year, and practical matters such as site selection and necessary equipment. This indoor intro to the world of bees and urban beekeeping costs $75 plus HST and is scheduled for Saturday February 4th.

Anyone planning to take the full certificate can save over $300 by bundling the ten courses in advance for only $500 plus HST.

The Gift of Learning

Gift certificates are available for either the intro course or the full certificate bundle. You will be emailed a PDF certificate suitable for printing or sending electronically to the recipient. 

Learn More

To learn more about the new program visit humberarboretum.on.ca/beekeeping.php 

For more information on individual courses, to register for the full certificate in advance, or to purchase a gift certificate, please contact the Humber Arboretum at arboretum@humber.ca or call 416.675.5009.

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