Announcements

Ontario College Student Experience Survey
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When:
January 8, 2025
Contact:
Jean O'Donnell
Email:
jean.o'donnell@humber.ca

Background

Humber is committed to continuous quality improvement and engaging students in this process. Beginning January 29, Humber will administer the online ‘Ontario Colleges Student Experience Survey’ (OCSES) that has replaced the previous ministry KPI Student Satisfaction survey. This survey will measure student experiences related to teaching and learning quality, program related knowledge and skills, work-integrated learning (if applicable), and student services and resources. The results of the survey will allow Humber to identify to identify strengths and areas of improvement.

Administration

All students in full-time, funded programming who began their studies in Winter 2025 and are currently enrolled in their second semester or above will receive a personal survey link on Wednesday, January 29. The survey will remain open until Wednesday, February 19 at midnight. Key messaging will be communicated to students by Humber to promote the survey and encourage completion. In order to achieve an optimal response to this survey, facilitators/instructors will be present in classes selected by the Faculties to explain the purpose of the survey to students, provide direction for survey completion and allot class time to complete the survey (approximately 10-15 minutes).

For questions about the survey, please contact Jean O’Donnell at jean.o’donnell@humber.ca.

Bargaining Bulletin Update from CEC
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When:
January 8, 2025

To the Humber Community,

The College Employer Council has posted "Strike Averted at Ontario Colleges" on its site. 

The College Employer Council (CEC) is the government mandated bargaining agent for the 24 Ontario publicly funded Colleges that negotiate collective agreements with unionized staff. The following information is being distributed on behalf of the CEC.

Get a Peer Mentor - Start Building Brilliance with FYE
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When:
January 8, 2025
Contact:
FYE
Email:
fye@humber.ca
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Faculty, please share this with your students:

Get the support you need with a Peer Mentor at Humber!

Starting at Humber can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s where the Peer Mentorship Program through First Year Experience comes in!

Why you should get a Peer Mentor:

  • Smooth Transition: Get guidance on navigating campus, academics, and student life.
  • Academic Support: While your mentor can’t help with assignments directly, they’ll refer you to resources that can support your academic success.
  • Stay Connected: Mentors keep you in the loop with event updates, student resources, and opportunities to connect with others.
  • Personalized Help: Your mentor is there to answer questions and offer support tailored to your needs.
  • Convenience: Communicate through email and online messaging, making it easy to stay in touch.

Signing up for the program is easy. Simply fill out the online form and you'll be paired with a mentor who can help guide you through your first year at Humber. Deadline is January 31.

Don’t miss out on this chance to make your transition smoother and start your journey with the support you need!

Best regards,

First Year Experience
Humber Polytechnic

Scholarship Applications are Now Open: Help Spread the Word to Students
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When:
January 8, 2025
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With the start of the new year comes new opportunities! We are excited to share that scholarship applications for this winter semester are now open to students from January 8 to February 2.

Please encourage your students to apply by logging into MyHumber.ca.

Not all scholarships are awarded based on academic merit. Some focus on community involvement, leadership initiatives, extracurricular activities and financial need.

Last year, more than 1,200 scholarships were awarded to Humber students. These opportunities offered to students are made possible by Humber’s supportive community of donors and alumni, which include our very own faculty and staff who donate through Humber Gives.

For more information, please visit our Student Scholarships website or reach out to the Advancement and Alumni team by contacting student.awards@humber.ca.

Interested in Learning French or Spanish?
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When:
January 8, 2025

We're excited to announce the launch of our new Foundations of Everyday French and Foundations of Everyday Spanish certificate programs! These online certificates are designed for beginners and will help you build a solid foundation in both languages. Whether you want to enhance your travel experience, improve your communication skills, or open doors to new opportunities, these courses are the perfect starting point.

Special Offer for Employees: As part of this launch, we’re offering a 20 per cent discount on course fees for all employees. Use the code SAVE20 when registering to receive your discount.

Certificate Highlights

  • A blend of 26 hours of flexible asynchronous learning and 16 hours of live, interactive sessions (two hours per week). 
  • Access to Rosetta Stone for additional language practice and support. 
  • Earn a Certificate of Completion at the end of the program. 
  • Each course is a recommended prerequisite for the next, and learners are expected to complete them in sequential order for the best learning experience.

For more information, including course dates and registration details, click on the links below:

If you would like more information or if you have any other questions about the language programs, please email cplliberalarts@humber.ca.

Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Continuous Professional Learning

Nuit Blanche Humber Lakeshore - Call for Independent Projects & Online Info Session
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When:
January 8, 2025
Contact:
Melissa Poliah
Email:
melissa.poliah@humber.ca
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Nuit Blanche, Toronto’s free all-night celebration of contemporary art, returns to Humber Polytechnic Lakeshore Campus on October 4, 2025, transforming public spaces into extraordinary landscapes.

As a hub for Nuit Blanche Toronto, Humber Polytechnic Lakeshore Campus is now accepting Independent Project applications. Applicants from any artistic discipline are eligible, but proposals should have a strong visual component and be rooted in contemporary art practices. Proposals should also address and integrate Nuit Blanche Toronto’s 2025 theme, Translating the City, which invites artists, curators and audiences to consider how cities can be reimagined, communicated and felt through art. The event will feature three unique exhibitions, projects presented by cultural institutions and a multitude of independent works by local artists.

The Independent Project program is open to all Toronto-based professional artists, collectives, and arts organizations as well as Humber Polytechnic students, faculty, alumni, and staff. All applications will be reviewed by a Selection Committee comprised of Humber Galleries staff, the Nuit Blanche Artistic Director and City of Toronto staff. 

Applications to the Humber Lakeshore Independent Project Program are due by Friday, January 24, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EST via email to melissa.poliah@humber.ca.

Review the Application Guidelines

Download the Application Form

Online Info Session: Nuit Blanche Humber Polytechnic Lakeshore Independent Project Call

Are you an artist or creator looking to showcase your work at Nuit Blanche 2025? Are you interested in being a part of the Nuit Blanche Independent Project Hub at Humber Polytechnic Lakeshore?

Whether it’s your first time applying or you’re a seasoned participant, join Humber Galleries for an online information session on Friday, January 17, 2025, from 12 to 1 p.m.  where we will cover the application process and participants will have a chance to ask any questions, they may have about the Humber Polytechnic Lakeshore Call for Independent Projects and the upcoming all-night event.

This event is free, however advance registration is required.

Register Now

We hope you can join us!

Humber Guardian App
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When:
January 7, 2025

The Humber Guardian App is designed for Humber students, staff, and faculty and is managed by the Department of Public Safety. It provides quick access to campus safety and security resources, emergency contact information, safety services, and a safety toolbox. It is also used to send emergency notifications, such as campus closures, etc.  

Periodically, the app is updated to include new features and information. With this in mind, it is important that the Humber community keeps the app up to date on their smartphone. 

The Guardian app is available for free in Apple or Google Play stores. Those who already have the app will need to update it to have the latest information. From the Guardian’s home screen, users can click on About/Preferences > Data Update > Check for Updates.

If you would like more information please reach out to Public Safety at publicsafety@humber.ca.

People(s) & Culture - In Person Drop-in Support - Winter 2025
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When:
January 7, 2025

Winter 2025 In-Person Drop-In Support

Starting January 8, as part of our continued efforts to support you with your HR-related questions and/or tasks, we will offer in-person drop-in support at the North and Lakeshore campuses. These drop-ins are scheduled to align with the start of the semester, ensuring you have access to the support and resources needed during this crucial time.

Drop-In Session Information

North Campus - Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
Location: North Campus, LRC 6084

Lakeshore Campus – Thursdays
Location: North Campus, WEL 302A

The drop-ins will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will be running during the month of January.

Representatives from Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and HR System Operations will be available to assist you with a range of topics, including recruitment (offer creation and acceptance), HRMS access, banking setup, timecard management, benefits enrollment, pension inquiries and more.

We look forward to connecting with you and providing support during this busy time.

People(s) & Culture

Lakeshore Grab 'n Go Food Bank at Learning Commons will Open on Wednesdays
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When:
January 7, 2025
Contact:
Sarah Armenia
Email:
sarah.armenia@humber.ca

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

Please note the upcoming Wednesdays when food will be available:

  • Wednesday, January 8
  • 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. There they 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. They can take what they 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) & 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 Learning Commons (L1000) or 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.

Improved Features in Blackboard Ultra - January 2025
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When:
January 7, 2025

These are the highlights of this month’s new and improved features in Blackboard Ultra that will be live Thursday, January 9. The most relevant updates are related to three key areas:

  • Instructional design
  • Mastery learning and learning pathways
  • and Gradebook

Learn more about the full update at Anthology's Blackboard website.

Instructional Design

Improvements to AI Design Assistant Outputs

Anthology has improved the following auto-generation features of the AI Design Assistant to have faster and more complex outputs. Anthology has also improved the quality of the images generated by the AI Design Assistant, making them look more realistic. Instructors can generate images faster and the image files require less storage space. 

  • Assignments 
  • Discussions 
  • Journals 
  • Test questions 
  • Learning modules
  • AI Conversation avatars 
  • Keywords for Unsplash 

Improvements to the Content Designer for Documents

When instructors create or edit a document, the content block no longer closes when they collapse the menu in the editor. Also, the editor no longer closes when editing table settings. For file uploads in the Content Designer of Documents, the default file option when instructors upload files to documents is now View and Download. Also, instructors can now use the Undo and Redo functions for file uploads. 

Mastery Learning and Learning Pathways

Add Submission Attempts for Release Conditions

Instructors can now use item submission status for a release condition. For example, an instructor who wants students to access a document only after submitting a quiz would use a release condition. Students can access content items without needing to wait for a grade to be posted!

The page for setting a release condition. The release condition is set to apply to all members and Performance is checked. Attempt submitted is highlighted in the dropdown menu for a gradable item.

Gradebook

Show/hide columns from instructors in the gradebook

Instructors can now configure column visibility for their gradebook view, ensuring a cleaner and more organized workspace when grading. Anthology has added a new Items Management page accessible from the Gradebook Settings panel. From this page, instructors can configure visibility for a single column selection or in bulk, without affecting visibility for students. This can help with grading using the gradebook!

Direct grade entry from the Grid view or Submissions page

Instructors can now enter grades directly in the Grid view or Submissions page with improved accuracy and consistency. Previously, grades entered in these views were stored at the override level, which caused confusion as underlying attempts remained ungraded and continued to display the Needs Grading and New Submission flags. This update ensures that grades entered this way are properly mapped to the underlying attempt or submission when applicable.

Need support? Contact the Innovative Learning Support Centre. We are here to help!

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