Announcements

When:
February 22, 2012
February 22, 2012

What is HELP?

  • HELP is the Humber Engagement and Learning Profile survey for incoming students.
  • Developed by a cross-institutional Advisory Group, HELP is a cutting-edge incoming student survey.

Who is HELP for?

  • HELP asks incoming first-semester students in certificate, diploma and degree programs to tell us about their preparation for college, their educational and career goals, early opinions about their program and Humber generally, and to identify particular student support services they may use.
  • Participating students are entered into a draw for more than $1,000 in prizes, including money towards tuition and an Apple iPod sponsored by the Humber Students Federation (HSF).

When does it happen?

  • The HELP survey is open to students during the third and fourth weeks of class (January 23 – February 5).
  • The survey is administered online and takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.

Why is HELP important?

  • Students tell us how we can help them be successful at Humber, and receive individualized emails and timely information about Humber’s services based on areas of assistance they identified as beneficial!
  •  Humber Institutional Research creates reports based on student responses to key questions and distributes these to student service areas as well as academic faculty/staff; identifies those who are struggling or at-risk of leaving early.
  • Aggregate data at the program, school and college levels will help us to develop institutional retention strategies that will help more students be successful in their program.

Where can you get HELP info?

  • To ask questions or learn more about the survey or reports please contact Humber Institutional Research.

Ruth Mackay, Director
Email: ruth.mackay@humber.ca
Phone: 416.675.6622 ext.4630

Pat VanHorne, Manager
Email: patricia.vanhorne@humber.ca
Phone: 416.675.6622 ext. 4943


Improving student success is an institutional priority, and benefits all of us!

 

When:
February 21, 2012
February 21, 2012

Free of charge! No appointments required!

We offer help with: 

  • Basic math
  • Technical math
  • Financial math
  • Statistics
  • Quantitative methods
  • Calculus
  • Physics
  • Health science calculations
  • Math components of any course

Locations: North Campus, Room GH203
Lakeshore Campus, Room F201

For more information, visit us online, find us on Facebook or call us.
Phone: 416.675.6622 ext. 6260

 

 

When:
February 17, 2012
February 17, 2012

Our widely popular Women on Weights program is coming back this term. This program will introduce you to free weights, machines and cable machines and teach you how to use them all properly and effectively.

Day: Wednesday
Time: 7a.m. – 8a.m.
Duration: January 18 to March 28, 2012

Day: Thursday
Time: 8a.m. – 9a.m.
Duration: January 19 to March 29, 2012
Who: Open to women only – students, staff and members.

Location: North Camus, please meet in the Fitness Lounge (by ping pong tables)
Instructor: Lindsay
Cost: Complimentary

When:
February 16, 2012
February 16, 2012

We’re open for business and ready to help Humber students improve their writing!

Winter Hours: GH 202

Day Open Close
Monday 9a.m. 6p.m.
Tuesday 9a.m.   6p.m.  
Wednesday 9a.m.   6p.m.  
Thursday 9a.m.   6p.m.  
Friday 9a.m.     4p.m.
Saturday 11a.m. 4p.m.

Students can book appointments online or by calling 416.675.6622 ext. 6258

When:
February 15, 2012
February 15, 2012

Location: North Campus
Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 6p.m. – 9p.m.

The Teaching Effectiveness Certificate program is designed for those interested in the field of teaching or private sector training. The courses within this certificate program provide participants with an opportunity to explore best practices in teaching and learning and apply the skills learned in a safe environment with other classmates.

The certificate is comprised of five individual courses that are designed to develop essential teaching competencies. Upon successful completion of the five courses, participants receive a Certificate of Completion. 

Course Name Course Code Starte Date End Date Room Number
Creating a Positive Learning Environment DEV.101.61 January 10, 2012 January 19, 2012 Room F220
Learning Technology DEV.102.60 January 24, 2012 February 2, 2012 Room D225J
Preparing for Instruction DEV.103.60 February 7, 2012 February 23, 2012 Room D236
Evaluation Techniques DEV.104.60 February 28, 2012 March 8, 2012 Room D236
Delivering Instruction DEV.105.60 March 20, 2012 April 10, 2012 Room D236

Register:
Online
Phone: 416.675.5005
In Person: Visit the Customer Service & Registration Centre at the North or Lakeshore Campus

When:
February 14, 2012
February 14, 2012

We are looking for MOTIVATED students!

Do you know any exceptionally motivated students willing to help others out? We are recruiting students to be Peer Mentors at Lakeshore and North Campus. This is a volunteer position offered through the Peer Programs Office. We are accepting applications for January 2012!

APPLICATIONS are available online on the Student Services website. We are looking for MOTIVATED students!

Do you know any exceptionally motivated students willing to help others out? We are recruiting students to be Peer Mentors at Lakeshore and North Campus. This is a volunteer position offered through the Peer Programs Office. We are accepting applications for January 2012!

APPLICATIONS are available online.  

Do you know any students who could BENEFIT from a peer mentor?

If you know any new students who could benefit from having a peer mentor on campus please encourage them to sign up or visit our website:

APPLICATIONS are available online on the Student Services website

 

 

When:
February 14, 2012
February 14, 2012

This is a reminder that drugs/health products available over the counter are NOT COVERED by our Extended Health Care Plans. This includes products that have been reclassified by Health Canada that now have a Natural Product Number (NPN) and drugs that have a Drug Identification Number (DIN) but you can buy off the shelf without a prescription. Drugs that have a Drug Identification Number (DIN) AND are only available with a medical practitioner’s written prescription are the only eligible drugs under the plan.

There are a few specific exceptions noted below related to serious medical conditions. Are there any drugs/products covered by our plan that a pharmacy or store can normally sell without requiring a written prescription but will be covered if prescribed by your doctor? YES. The following items are covered when prescribed by a doctor even though a pharmacy or other type of store may sell the product without a prescription:

  • For individuals diagnosed with diabetes – insulin, test tapes, needles and related supplies
  • For individuals with pernicious anemia – injectable liver extract or vitamin B12
  • For individuals with other severe medical conditions – oxygen and nitroglycerine

What over-the-counter products are ineligible?

Generally, any product with a DIN or NPN that you can buy over the counter without a prescription, is not covered by our plan even if it is prescribed by a doctor.
In order to save yourself unnecessary expenses, make sure that both your doctor and pharmacist understand that your plan does not cover over-the-counter drugs. If you are in doubt as to whether or not a product is available without a prescription, ask your doctor or pharmacist prior to getting the prescription filled. Frequently, your doctor may give you a note with instructions on how to take the medication as opposed to writing anything on their prescription pad. Don’t be afraid to ask you pharmacist if you can purchase it off the shelf. This way you will avoid unnecessary dispensing fees added to the cost of product, both of which you will have to pay out of your own pocket.

 

When:
February 14, 2012
February 14, 2012

Humber Staff Hockey Night occurs Wednesday nights, 5p.m. - 6p.m., until April 18 at Etobicoke’s Centennial Arena (Rathburn and Highway 427). We need a few more skaters for the winter/spring season.

We have players from all areas of the college community: support staff, faculty and administrators. Anyone who can skate and enjoys a game of hockey is welcome. Previous experience in organized hockey is not a prerequisite.

Interested players please come to Centennial on Wednesdays. The cost is $20 per night or a season flat rate for the remaining 15 games of $200.

For more information, please contact Jim Watson.
Phone: 416.675.6622 ext. 3278 

When:
February 14, 2012
February 14, 2012

Date: Thursday, January 12th, 2011
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: North Campus, Building B, Room 308 

Humber employees are required to attend a Human Rights training.

Participants at this workshop will:

  1. Increase their understanding of key Human Rights terms and concepts in order to more effectively prevent, recognize and respond to allegations;
  2.  Identify ways to enhance inclusion at Humber; and
  3. Receive an overview of Humber’s Human Rights complaints process.

To facilitate your attendance, training sessions will be offered throughout the 2011/2012 academic year. 

Please register for the above session by emailing Jodie Glean

This document is available in alternative formats upon request.

 

When:
February 10, 2012
February 10, 2012

Humber Research is pleased to announce the next funding cycle for SIG!

This is your chance to be a part of the evolving research enterprise!

Application Deadline: February 15, 2012
Funding Available: $5000 maximum
Funding Period: April 1, 2012 - March 31, 2013

PLEASE NOTE: To be eligible for this award, you must meet two requirements:
1) PI must hold a SSHRC disciplined credential
2) Project must be aligned under the SSHRC discipline.

SSHRC provides annual block grants that help eligible Canadian postsecondary institutions fund small-scale research activities by their faculty in the social sciences and humanities. Humber Research uses these SIG funds to award, through a competitive process, individual grants in the amount of $5,000 per annum (number of projects awarded depends on amount of money received from SSHRC) to support research activities.

SIG Guidelines and Forms are available online on the Humber Research website.

For more information, please contact:
Candice Watson, Administrative Assistant
candice.watson@humber.ca

 

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