When:
November 24, 2015
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Announcements
When:
November 23, 2015
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Humber Business Placement Centre’s Speed Networking Event took place on November 13th at the North Campus and was a tremendous success.
The event opened with our Associate Dean, Mark Hanna, addressing a packed house of 30 employers and 112 students. Mark shared personal experiences on networking and highlighted how beneficial it is to students. He stressed the importance of meeting sector-specific employers in order to update information and knowledge.
The keynote speaker was Ramesh Warrier, Director of eBrp Solutions. He held the attention of the audience with practical tips to the students from the employer’s perspective. He set the tone for an aggressive Speed Networking Event by giving them a different outlook on networking and sharing personal experiences in a simple and interactive manner.
Contact: Antoniette Di Marco, 416.675.6622 ext. 3662, antoniette.dimarco@humber.ca
When:
November 23, 2015
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Last week Humber joined other Ontario colleges in celebrating outstanding alumni at the 2015 Premier’s Awards gala. The event which honours the achievements of college graduates in six categories, was held on November 16. Although the evening concluded with recipients chosen from other colleges, we are extremely proud of our five alumni nominees:
This ad from Colleges Ontario appeared in this weekend’s Globe and Mail.
For more information about the Premier's Awards please contact Adelia Marchese at 416.675.6622 ext. 5110 or adelia.marchese@humber.ca
Advancement & Alumni Relations
humber.ca/alumni
When:
November 23, 2015
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TJX Canada welcomed Humber degree and postgraduate students for a Home Office Tour on November 18th, 2015. Anisa Haq, Talent Acquisition Coordinator and Natasha Reichen, Campus Talent Acquisition Manager, gave students the opportunity to visit TJX’s impressive new corporate office where they shared detailed information about possible work term positions available for Summer 2016.
TJX shared its mission, values and objectives and opened the floor to intrigued students who had the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the organization. The event gave students a greater understanding of the TJX brand as well as a chance to network with the dynamic recruitment team.
Contact: Antoniette Di Marco, 416.675.6622 ext. 3662, antoniette.dimarco@humber.ca
When:
November 23, 2015
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Want something quick to enjoy after a long day? Enjoy a fresh pizza and beer for only $12.95 on Monday and Tuesday nights.
Evening hours: 6:15 - 7:45 PM
Location: North Campus, The Humber Room
When:
November 23, 2015
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Food for Fines is back - reduce your library fines and contribute to a great cause!
Humber and Guelph-Humber Libraries will take $2 off eligible library fines (to a max of $20) for each non-perishable food item donated from November 23 – December 11.
Donations will support Youth Without Shelter, a local organization that provides housing and support to homeless youth.
Don’t have any library fines, but would like to donate? All non-perishables will be accepted at the circulation desks at both North and Lakeshore Campuses.
library.humber.ca
Contact: Amy Weir, amy.weir@humber.ca
When:
November 23, 2015
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Kent Schroeder was surprised and, yes, happy to receive an award for his research on Bhutan’s unique development strategy, Gross National Happiness.
Schroeder, program coordinator of The Business School’s International Development Degree, received the “certificate of appreciation” from the Prime Minister of Bhutan, Tshering Tobgay, during a conference in the South Asian nation in November.
Schroeder was attending the 6th International Conference of Gross National Happiness: From GNH Philosophy to Praxis and Policy, when he was surprised to be called onstage to receive the award.
He is one of eight recipients from around the world who have contributed to GNH, a strategy based on sustainable socio-economic development, preserving cultural values, conserving the environment and fostering good governance.
Under the aegis of The Business School, Schroeder had been involved in the past in co-designing and delivering a management training project to the public sector in Bhutan.
“These experiences demonstrated to me that there was something interesting and different happening in Bhutan, and that was really the basis for my research project.”
Schroeder’s unique thesis “The Politics of Gross National Happiness” looked at the practical application of the concept on the ground, not just the theory of it — similar to The Business School’s approach to teaching applied, practical applications.
Schroeder’s thesis also led to a symposium, hosted by The Business School at Lakeshore Campus in the spring of 2015, for the NGO community.
“Beyond GDP: Development Alternatives to Growth” sold out quickly and proved to be a success that exceeded expectations. Speakers included Jigmi Y. Thinley, the former prime minister of Bhutan, as well as representatives from organizations including World Wildlife Fund, World Vision, UNICEF and the David Suzuki Foundation.
As for Schroeder, his work continues. “I hope to continue to focus on GNH research, particularly through developing partnerships for The Business School that look for ways to grow ideas and movements.”
Contact: 416.675.6622 ext. 4258
When:
November 19, 2015
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Humber College has been recognized as one of Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures of 2015 in the Broader Public Sector category by Waterstone Human Capital.
“Every employee shares in this recognition and we will continue to work hard to ensure they have the opportunities and resources they need for job success. We are thrilled to be recognized as one of Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures of 2015,” said Lori Diduch, vice president, HR Services.
For more information, read the news release here.
When:
November 19, 2015
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Don't miss your chance to give old electronics the boot at our e-Waste collection drive!
Drop Off Locations
North Campus: LRC Gallery
Lakeshore Campus: Principal's Office, A110
Time: 9 AM to 4 PM
Accepted electronics include:
- Desktop & laptop computers
- Computer keyboards, mice and trackballs
- Desktop printers and scanners
- Mobile devices
- Telephones and answering machines
- Computer monitors and portable tvs
- Portable audio/video systems (Includes docking speakers, portable stereos, CD players, audio recorders, tape/radio players, digital media (MP3) players, voice recorders, and digital and video cameras)
- Video projectors
This event is brought to you by Information Technology Services, Office of the Registrar, Lakeshore's Office of the Principal and Humber Sustainability
Contact: sustainability@humber.ca
When:
November 19, 2015
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Humber College has the right, as well as the legal and moral responsibility, to ensure that all its members are treated fairly, equitably, and respectfully, in order to provide a learning, living and working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
Humber’s Human Rights Policy (the Policy) outlines the following:
- The College’s working, living and learning environments will be maintained free from discrimination and harassment as prohibited by the Ontario Human Rights Code and from personal or psychological harassment as defined in this policy.
- Every employee and student has a right to equitable treatment without discrimination with respect to employment, services, goods, facilities, accommodation and membership in vocational associations in accordance with the provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code.
- The College will enforce the right of its members to equitable treatment without discrimination or harassment contrary to this policy. The College may sanction any member of the College community whose behaviour violates this policy.
For a complete copy of the Policy please refer to the website at humber.ca/policies/human-rights-policy