Announcements

CCBI January Newsletter
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When:
January 14, 2025
Contact:
Peter Holbrook
Email:
peter.holbrook@humber.ca

Happy new year from the CCBI and Humber Galleries!

Read all about some exciting upcoming opportunities for artists and students, as well as Humber Galleries' first exhibition of 2025.

Check out the newsletter

 

Recommend a 2025 Premier's Award Nominee
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When:
January 14, 2025
Contact:
Aaron Mark
Email:
aaron.mark@humber.ca
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The annual Premier's Awards honour alumni from colleges across Ontario who make important social and economic contributions locally and abroad.

They are recognized in the categories of: Business, Community Services, Creative Arts and Design, Health Sciences, Recent Graduate, Science, Technology and Engineering, and Skilled Trades.

2024 marked Humber's eighth consecutive year with a winner at these prestigious awards, and we're turning to our community to help us continue the streak.

If you know a Humber graduate who has experienced tremendous career success and made a significant community impact, we would love to hear from you. 

Visit our Premier's Awards page to view past nominees, winners and criteria and to recommend a nominee for 2025 or future consideration. Get your submissions in by February 7, 2025, to be considered this year.

Closure Notice: Lakeshore A319 Student Space
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When:
January 14, 2025

Please note that the A319 Student Space located at the Lakeshore Campus will be closed on Saturday, January 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thank you.

Humber Panopto – Phase 1: Retiring Older Video Files
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When:
January 14, 2025
Email:
innovativelearning@humber.ca

Panopto is Humber’s video platform designed for creating, managing, and sharing video content for educational purposes. It allows instructors to record lectures, create instructional videos, and share visual content with students.  

Phase 1: Retiring Older Panopto Video Files 
Date: February 9, 2025 

To optimize system performance and resources, any videos stored in the Humber Panopto Platform that have not been viewed in the last three years will be automatically deleted on February 9. This is the first stage of a multi-phased initiative to improve file management practices and maintain the health of our tools. 

What You Need to Know: 

  • Action Required: If you wish to retain any videos that haven’t been viewed in the past 36 months, please download them from Panopto and save them in OneDrive before the cleanup date: 
  • How to download existing videos from Panopto 
  • How to save videos in OneDrive 
  • Future Changes: This is the first step in optimizing Panopto storage. As part of our ongoing efforts, we encourage you to carefully evaluate which videos you need and store them in OneDrive for long-term access.

Important Reminder: Panopto does not have the capability to automatically notify individuals about upcoming video deletions. However, the IL team will proactively reach out via email to individuals whose videos are scheduled for automatic deletion on February 9. 

To support faculty who require assistance with transferring videos from Panopto to OneDrive, IL is hosting online Panopto clinics.  

Online Panopto Clinics: Register now  

Need Help? If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the IL Support Centre. We’re here to help! 

Thank you for taking the necessary steps to preserve your valuable materials. 

JIPE's Special Issue: Navigating the Future of Work is Out Now
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When:
January 13, 2025
Contact:
Humber Press
Email:
humberpress@humber.ca
The cover of JIPE shows illustrations of people doing various jobs.

Humber Press is pleased to announce that the Journal of Innovation in Polytechnic Education (JIPE) Special Issue 'Navigating the Future of Work: Empowering Learners in a Transforming Ecosystem' is out now.

This title aims to encapsulate the dynamic nature of the evolving work landscape and the critical role of education in preparing for these changes.

The world of work is undergoing a profound transformation, influenced by rapid technological advancements, shifting economic demands, and the aftermath of global challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. This evolving ecosystem presents both opportunities and challenges for learners, educators, and industries, making it crucial to foster a dialogue on how education, particularly polytechnic education, can adapt and lead in this context.

Titled "Navigating the Future of Work: Empowering Learners in a Transforming Ecosystem," this special issue reflects a diverse mix of original research papers, review articles and innovation spotlights offering insights that are not only academically rigorous but also practical and impactful.

We invite you to explore this issue — visit JIPE.ca.

Applications for Summer Residence are Now Open
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When:
January 13, 2025

We are pleased to announce that applications for summer residence are now open! Summer residence offers a convenient and flexible housing option for learners who require accommodations during the summer months. Learners are not required to take summer courses to be eligible for summer residence and can choose their campus and length of stay based on their needs.

If you become aware of any students in need of housing, please encourage them to consider our summer residence. This is an excellent opportunity for students to stay connected to campus while focusing on their academic or professional goals.

Learners can apply through the Residence Portal!

Have questions? Contact the Residence Admissions team at:

Thank you.

Humber Residence

Humber Headlines
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When:
January 13, 2025

Humber Polytechnic is Building Brilliance and setting a distinct path and identity for post-secondary education in Ontario. Here are some of the key highlights from recent weeks:

  • Humber Cultural Hub Named One of 2024's Most Beautiful Projects
    In a year-in-review story from BlogTO, reporter Jack Landau named the Humber Cultural Hub one of the top five most beautiful completed projects in Toronto in 2024. Read the full article on BlogTO.

  • SimStaff Velocity Lab
    Humber Polytechnic students have access to two high-performance Formula-standard racing simulators thanks to a partnership between the Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design (FMCAD) and racing simulation technology company SimStaff. Read about this partnership on Esports.GG.

  • Reflecting on 2024
    For Humber Polytechnic, 2024 was a year to remember with some big changes and accomplishments. Read the Humber Today stories on Humber Polytechnic and its people.

Call for Mentors: Map the System Competition 2025 at Humber Polytechnic
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When:
January 13, 2025
Contact:
Sara Hassan
Email:
sara.hassan@humber.ca
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Map the System is a global competition that asks students and educators to rethink social and environmental issues through systems thinking, going beyond disciplines and questioning deeply held assumptions. It aims to bridge the gap between student-as-learner and student-as-changemaker.  

We are currently looking for mentors to support student teams for the Humber Polytechnic 2025 competition, scheduled to take place during the Winter 2025 semester. Building off Humber’s historic win last year, we anticipate over 300 students participating this upcoming year and are looking for mentors from across Faculties and departments. This is also a great professional learning opportunity if you are new to systems thinking and systems change.

Learn more about the competition: www.mapthesystem.ca.  

What does mentoring involve? As a mentor, you will support a student team to conduct systems research on a social or environmental issue. Support may include (but is not limited to): Systems thinking research and mapping, resources on social/environmental topic selected, and review of submission materials. 

When will this happen? Mentorship of student teams will take place from February to April 2025. The weekly time commitment will vary from group-to-group depending on their needs but expect one to two hours per week.  

What does this mean for you? Your assistance and support of students' systems-change research is greatly appreciated. In return for your time, you will receive our heartfelt thanks and a gift card! 

How can you apply? If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please fill out this short form.

The deadline to apply is Friday, January 31, 2025. 

If you have any questions, please contact Sara Hassan at sara.hassan@humber.ca.

The Humber Spa Winter Promotions
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When:
January 13, 2025
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Welcome back to The Humber Spa!

Spa Services & Retail Boutique Hours:

  • Monday to Friday : 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Tuesday to Thursday: 2:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
  • Friday: 1:45 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Spa services will be available Wednesday, January 8  to Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

Appointments can be made in-person, by email or phone.

Winter essentials! Hydrate and glow with the following promotions:

  • OxyGeneo Facial Treatment  - $89.00
  • Classic 60 min. Facial - $45.00
  • Moor Spa Salt Glow & Wrap - $60.00
  • Gel Manicure - $20.00

Winter promotions are available from January 13 to February 21, 2025.

Lakeshore Grab 'n Go Food Bank at Learning Commons Runs on Wednesdays
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When:
January 10, 2025

In January, the Grab 'n Go at the Lakeshore Learning Commons (L1000) will run every Wednesday. 

Food will be available on the following days:

  • Wednesday, January 15
  • Wednesday, January 22
  • Wednesday, January 29

How does the Food Bank work?

  1. Members of the Humber community who are experiencing food insecurity or hardship are encouraged to stop by the Lakeshore Learning Commons (L1000) between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
  2. You will encounter a cart with a selection of non-perishable and perishable food items.
  3. Allergen-free foods are also available and stored in separate boxes.
  4. You can take what you need. It's that easy!

Can I help?

The Grab 'n Go Food Bank at the Learning Commons (L1000) is a FLAS partnership with the Library, the Faculty Union (Local 562), the Support Staff Union (Local 563) and Advising and Career Services.

If you would like to contribute, food donations are always welcome and appreciated. All donations can be dropped off at the Lakeshore's MED building, 3rd floor. 

Together, let's help fight food insecurity and ensure all members of our Humber community have access to food.

If you have questions, please contact Sarah Armenia at sarah.armenia@humber.ca or Sarah Henderson at sarah.henderson@humber.ca.

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