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September SSE Splash - Posted on September 5, 2025

Posted:
September 5, 2025

The September edition of the Student Success and Engagement Splash is here!

In this month's issue, we are bringing you a welcome message from the Dean of Students, monthly highlights, Humber Hawk news, top social media videos, and upcoming events to keep you in the loop.

We invite you to explore the SSE Splash.

Bargaining Bulletin Update from CEC - Posted on September 5, 2025

Posted:
September 5, 2025

To the Humber Community,

The College Employer Council has posted "Colleges call on OPSEU to drop poison pills blocking a deal to prevent disruption for Ontario students" on its site. 

Please Note: 

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. This information is being distributed on behalf of the CEC.

We recognize that bargaining updates may contain strong language and reflect the perspectives of the parties involved. While the message above is a direct release from the CEC, our goal in sharing it is to keep our community informed of developments that may impact operations and the student experience.

We remain committed to respectful dialogue, transparency, and supporting all members of our campus community during this time. We will continue to provide updates as they become available and encourage everyone to stay informed through official channels.

Score Big ⁠–⁠ FIFA World Cup 26™ Volunteers Wanted - Posted on September 5, 2025

Posted:
September 5, 2025

Humber Polytechnic is proud to be an Official Host City Supporter for the FIFA World Cup 26™ and will lead the delivery of the City of Toronto’s volunteer program for this global event.

A tournament of this scale needs thousands of passionate volunteers — and this is your chance to be part of history.

Whether you're a sports enthusiast, eager to gain international experience, or want to contribute to an unforgettable moment in Toronto, we encourage all Humber students to apply to be a FIFA Toronto Volunteer before the application window closes mid-September.

Why Volunteer?

  • Be part of a once-in-a-generation global event
  • Build your network and gain valuable experience
  • Represent Humber and Toronto on the world stage

Eligibility:

  • Must be 18 years or older at the time of applying
  • No prior experience required — just enthusiasm and a willingness to help

Apply now: www.fifaworldcup.com/volunteers

Let’s show the world the Humber EDGE. Toronto 2026 starts with you!

Library AI & Academic Integrity Resources - Posted on September 4, 2025

Posted:
September 4, 2025

Looking for AI and Academic Integrity supports? The Library has two self-paced learning modules available for LMS integration, as well as a new video series to support AI literacy.

Library Modules

Academic Integrity Module
Originally launched in 2023, this module takes under an hour to complete and introduces students to the values and practices of academic integrity through interactive activities, videos, and real-world scenarios.

AI, Algorithms & You
Launched in 2024, this 60 to 90-minute module introduces students to algorithms and AI systems, with a focus on ethical and responsible use.

Both modules:

  • Are Blackboard compatible
  • Are available in CourseLink for UofGH students and faculty
  • Provide a certificate upon completion
  • Have updated versions available for download

Faculty currently using either module are encouraged to import the latest version. Access the instructor guides here:

New! “AI in Minutes” Video Series

The Library has launched AI in Minutes, a series of short, bite-sized videos covering key AI literacy concepts. These videos are designed to be easily embedded or linked in online course shells.

Topics include foundational concepts such as algorithms and heuristics, generative AI tools and their responsible use, and practical strategies for identifying misinformation and evaluating AI-generated content.

Faculty are welcome to:

  • Share individual videos or the full playlist with students
  • Embed them directly into Blackboard or other platforms
  • Use them as conversation starters in classes

Visit the Library tutorial page for additional videos, modules, and resources. We welcome your questions and feedback at library@humber.ca.

Humber Students Shine at IES Conference in Anaheim - Posted on September 4, 2025

Posted:
September 4, 2025
Contact:
Rozlyn Aaron Mead
Dayanna and Rozlyn at IES

This August, Architectural Technology student Rozlyn Mead and Interior Design student Dayanna Lopez Buitrago represented Humber Polytechnic at the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) Annual Conference that took place August 15-17 in Anaheim, California, after being awarded competitive scholarships to attend.

The experience was both inspiring and educational. Highlights included a private tour of the Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, featuring presentations from the project’s architect and lighting designers, where students gained first-hand insight into the integration of lighting and design at a world-class destination. The gala also offered valuable networking opportunities with industry professionals, exposure to innovative new lighting products, and the chance to celebrate excellence in the field through the prestigious Illumination Awards ceremony.

This opportunity not only expanded Rozlyn and Dayanna’s professional networks but also deepened their understanding of the evolving role of lighting in architecture and interior design.

Announcement: Dean, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) - Posted on September 4, 2025

Posted:
September 4, 2025

We are pleased to announce that, following a competitive search process, Kimberly Daniels has been appointed as Humber Polytechnic’s new Dean of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB).

Over the past 17 years, Kimberly has served Humber in a variety of roles spanning student support, student governance, campus life, and her most recent leadership position in the Office of EDIB. A proud Guelph-Humber alumni and active member of the Black/African Employee Resource Group (BA-ERG), Kimberly has consistently centered equity, belonging, and the diverse lived experiences of our students and staff throughout her career. In this work, she has also been instrumental in scaling and growing Humber’s Equity Hubs, including Black Student Support & Engagement (BSSE), the LGBTQ+ Resource Centre, and the Spirituality & Wellness Centre (SWC).

Kimberly is also a certified educator in teaching and training adults, a culturally inclusive educator, and holds credentials in 2SLGBTQ+ studies. She is currently pursuing her Master of Education in Educational Leadership, further strengthening her ability to advance institutional change through an equity and belonging lens.

In her leadership at Humber, Kimberly has played a central role in launching Humber’s EDIB Action Plan, advancing system-level strategies that align with the Building Brilliance framework, and ensuring that EDIB is not seen as a standalone effort but as an integral lens for institutional planning, program development, and measurable outcomes. She brings a deep understanding of Humber’s institutional culture, a proven track record of cross-divisional collaboration, and a passion for inclusive excellence.

Kimberly believes deeply in the power of community and collective action to shape and advance ideas. Her commitment to strong institutional stewardship, long-term planning, and informed decision-making will be instrumental in leading Humber’s EDIB portfolio into its next chapter.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the members of the hiring panel: Moriba Baker, Sarah Butterwick, Ian Crookshank, John Stilla, Shernett Bennett, and Elijah Williams — for their thoughtful deliberation, time, and commitment to this important process.

Please join us in congratulating Kimberly on her appointment as Dean, EDIB.

 

Jason Seright
Vice President Inclusion, Belonging & Student Experience

Improved Features in Blackboard Ultra - September 2025 - Posted on September 4, 2025

Posted:
September 4, 2025

These are the highlights of this month’s new and improved features in Blackboard Ultra that will be live Thursday, September 4. The most relevant updates are related to a few key areas: 

  • Instructional design 
  • Communication & Collaboration 

Instructional Design 

Enhance Documents with Block Styling Options 

Anthology will be adding block styling to Documents, giving instructors new ways to enhance visual appeal and guide student attention. The styling options feature both color and icons to help create visually engaging content. The style options include: 

  • Question 
  • Tip 
  • Key points 
  • Next steps 
  • Highlight 

The content block toolbar with the block styling option highlighted in blue, showing an expanded menu. The question option is represented by a ?. The tip option is represented by a light bulb. Key points is represented by a pin. Next steps is represented by two arrows. The highlight option is represented by a star. The reset styling option at the bottom shows two arrows circling each other.

When using the new styling options, please consider some of the tips below: 

  • Apply block styles to add visual interest, organize your content, and guide students through key ideas, actions, or reflections. 
  • Use styles consistently to build familiarity and reduce cognitive load. 
  • Clearly communicate the purpose of the styles to students to improve usability and accessibility and help all learners understand their significance.

Please also consider the following tips based on the styling you would like to add into your Documents: 

  • The 'Question' Style: Use for prompts or reflective questions. Keep questions concise and open-ended to encourage critical thinking. 
  • The 'Tip' Style: Use for tips, insights, or helpful suggestions. Ensure tips are actionable and relevant to the content. 
  • The 'Key points' style: Use to highlight key points or essential facts. Keep these blocks brief and focused to reinforce retention. 
  • The 'Next steps' style: Use for next steps or instructions. Present steps in a clear, logical order and consider using numbered lists for clarity.  

Add and manage question titles in tests, forms, and banks.

Instructors can now add, view, edit, and delete question titles when working on questions in tests, forms, and banks. Titles are optional and non-unique. Titles are recommended, as they enhance searchability and reuse workflows. 

In the keyword search in the Reuse question panel, instructors can now search for questions on the question text or the question title. 

Titles appear when: 

  • Creating or editing questions in tests, forms and banks 
  • Viewing or selecting questions via the Reuse questions workflow in tests, forms and banks 
  • Adding questions to pools (Add Question Pool workflow) 
  • Viewing questions in a pool (View Questions workflow) 

Titles do not appear when the instructor views or grades the test and form submissions. Students do not see the question titles when they take a test or review their submission. 

Display time limits and extra time consistently across roles 

Anthology has improved how time limits and extra time are communicated in Assessments. This change ensures that all users understand exactly how much time is available, including any accommodations or overrides. 

Now, all users have the time limits and extra time presented in a consistent format, like the following: 

“Time limit: 20 minutes + 10 minutes extra time” 

This format appears: 

  • When instructors configure or review assessment settings. 
  • When students begin or review an assessment. 
  • In the preview mode for instructors.  

Communication and Collaboration 

Simplify announcement creation with cleaner interface 

Anthology has streamlined the New Announcement page by removing the unnecessary Recipients dropdown. Previously, this dropdown only offered one option—sending to all course members—making it redundant. With this update, the page now displays only relevant options, creating a cleaner, more focused interface and a smoother user experience.  

Use pop-out rubric when grading group submissions 

Instructors can now use the pop-out rubric when grading group submissions in Flexible Grading. This enhancement brings the same efficient grading experience already available for individual submissions to group work. 

The pop-out rubric is a separate, moveable window and formatted in a grid view. Previously, the rubric was only available in a side panel and formatted in a stack. This update makes it easier to navigate and grade student submissions by providing a clearer, more comprehensive view of the rubric. Popping out the rubric lets instructors view the student submission and the rubric side-by-side for a more efficient grading experience. Instructors can quickly select performance levels and provide feedback in the rubric while viewing the student submission. 

The pop-out rubric also includes the following features: 

  • Bulk performance level selection: Apply a level across all criteria with one click. 
  • Cell syncing: Selected cells update the grade pill automatically. 
  • Focused feedback entry: Selecting a cell moves focus to the feedback textbox. 
  • Navigation warning: Alerts instructors if they try to leave with unsaved changes. 
  • Override warning: Shows a banner if the grade was overridden and disables rubric editing. 
  • Printing: Instructors can print blank or completed rubrics using the browser’s print function. 

Please Note: When the pop-out rubric is open, the ability to add Overall Feedback and grade with the rubric in the main grading interface is inactive. This prevents an instructor from editing the same information in two separate places simultaneously.  

Use 'see-more' functionality in Add Question Pool 

Anthology added 'See more' functionality for the Sources, Questions Types, and Tags filter sets in question pools. This enhancement helps instructors more easily navigate long lists of filter values when managing large pools of questions (more than 10 questions). 

Select See More to show all results

Improved accessibility on the Submissions list page in the Gradebook 

To improve accessibility, Anthology has updated the Submissions list page in the Gradebook to use a semantic HTML table structure. This change replaces the previous layout, which relied on stacked <div> elements. The new structure improves screen reader support and keyboard navigation. 

  • Screen reader users can now hear row and column headers as they navigate the table. 
  • Keyboard users can move efficiently across rows and columns without needing to tab through each element. 
  • The table uses proper HTML markup, including <caption>, <th>, <tr>, and <td> elements to ensure clarity and accessibility. 
  • The update applies to all submission list views, including standard, individual, and peer assessments. 

This change aligns the Submissions list with the accessibility improvements previously made to the student Gradebook and supports Anthology’s commitment to inclusive design. 

Grade Export: Display record range and total number of search results 

The Grade Export tool now indicates which records are currently listed out of a total number of search results. This update helps graders quickly understand how many records match their search and where they are in the list, improving navigation through search results. 

The number of items designated as 10 items per page, and the text Showing 11-20 records of 21 results highlighted in blue

For more information, please read more at Anthology's Blackboard website

Contact the Innovative Learning Support Centre if you need support. We are here to help! 

A Strong Start for Humber’s New Full-Time Faculty - Posted on September 4, 2025

Posted:
September 4, 2025
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Group photo of ISW/TEP facilitators

Innovative Learning welcomed a new cohort of full-time faculty who began the Teaching Excellence Program (TEP) on August 18. 

This year marks a special milestone for TEP, for the first time, the Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW), an internationally recognized program, was offered as the opening component of TEP. The ISW is an intensive program that equips post-secondary educators with practical skills for teaching adults, making it an exceptional form of professional development. 

By completing the ISW, our new TEP faculty cohort not only earned ISW accreditation but also began the academic year with a strong foundation in learner-centred, inclusive teaching practices. 

Congratulations to the TEP faculty cohort who are now ISW accredited! We look forward to continuing the TEP journey with you.

View the attached photo featuring the ISW/TEP facilitators and our newest faculty who received the ISW certification:  

(Top Row - L to R) Rachel Bembridge (FHLS), Mary-Kate Asante-Antwi (FHLS), Amar Sawadi (FAST), Aaron Sykes (IE&E) 
(Middle Row - L to R) Sara Mazrouei (IL ISW facilitator), Karyn Olsen (IL ISW facilitator), Edward Nyki (LFoB), Kaukab Kamran (FLAS), Debra Watkinson (LFoB), Lubna Mohammed (LFoB), Cheryl Francis-Nurse (IL ISW facilitator) 
(Seated - L to R) Carrington Christmas (IE & E), Dylan Cunanan (FMCAD), Soosan Naderi Mighan (FAST), Denis Lim (FSCS) 

Celebrating FAST Excellence and President’s Awards in the September FAST Times - Posted on September 4, 2025

Posted:
September 4, 2025

As swiftly as summer arrived, we are now turning the page to welcome fall and another exciting academic year!

A warm welcome to all new and returning staff, faculty, and Program Advisory Committee (PAC) members. We're grateful for your dedication to creating an exceptional student experience, both inside and outside of the classroom, and for your ongoing contributions to enriching, informing, and positively shaping FAST. 

In the September FAST Times, we celebrate FAST members who are the recipients of the President’s Awards and the FAST Excellence Awards. We also spotlight moments captured from our very successful inaugural First Year Engineering Orientation to ensure our students start strong and build their confidence to make their engineering journey at Humber a great one.

As the end of summer signals the beginning of a fresh season of growth, discovery, and learning, I’m excited for what’s to come and the new initiatives we’ll achieve together.

Welcome back!

Warm regards,

Paul Griffin
Senior Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology

Host Your Own Campus Cleanup - Posted on September 3, 2025

Posted:
September 3, 2025

Want to help keep Humber cleaner and greener? Humber’s Office of Sustainability is here to support you! Through our new Campus Cleanup Toolkit, students, staff, and faculty can easily organize their own campus cleanups - on their own schedule.

We will provide essential supplies like gloves and bags, as well as the option to borrow garbage pickers to make your cleanup safer and more effective. You’ll also receive guidance on proper waste sorting and disposal to ensure your efforts are sustainable and impactful.

How to get started:

  1. Decide if you’re cleaning up solo or with a team
  2. Get in touch with the Office of sustainability at sustainability@humber.ca
  3. Provide the Office of Sustainability with the necessary group/event information, and let us if you’d like to borrow any pickers
  4. Pick up your materials and make a difference!

Cleanups are important because they promote a healthy, safe, and welcoming environment, while also contributing to a positive impact on the local environment. Our latest spring campus resulted in over 30 pounds of waste collected between both North and Lakeshore campuses!

Hosting a cleanup can be a fun group activity for students, as well as a great team bonding opportunity for staff or faculty. Additionally, the outcomes of your cleanup can be shared further with the Humber community.

For more information visit: 4 pager Cleanup Toolkit

Let’s all take collective action to protect our campus environment and become stewards of the land we learn and work on.

Salisha Paccione, Associate Director, Purchasing - Posted on August 29, 2025

Posted:
August 29, 2025

We are pleased to announce that Salisha Paccione has joined our organization as Associate Director, Purchasing, effective September 3, 2025.

Salisha brings nearly 18 years of progressive procurement and supply chain experience, with a strong foundation in both public and private sectors. Most recently, she served as Procurement Manager for the City of London, where she led strategic purchasing initiatives to support municipal operations, vendor management, and compliance with public procurement regulations.

Prior to that, Salisha held key procurement roles with organizations such as WFS Ltd., Humber Polytechnic, Roche, and Shared Services West. Her background includes managing multimillion-dollar purchasing portfolios, leading complex RFx processes, fostering supplier relationships, and driving operational efficiencies. Whether working with unionized teams, public institutions, or global corporations, she has consistently delivered value through collaboration, strategic sourcing, and innovation.

Salisha also brings a unique depth of experience from the private sector, having spent several years at Bacardi Canada in both direct and indirect procurement roles. There, she worked closely with international teams and suppliers, implemented new purchasing systems, and introduced process improvements that led to significant cost savings and operational enhancements.

A certified Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), Salisha is known for her leadership, stakeholder engagement, and her ability to bring people, systems, and strategy together to achieve impactful results.

Please join us in welcoming Salisha to the team. We are thrilled to have her on board and look forward to the contributions she will make in strengthening and evolving our purchasing operations.

Sanjay Gandhi
Director, Financial Planning

Welcome Stefanie Bernaudo to the Office of Research and Innovation - Posted on July 7, 2025

Posted:
July 7, 2025
Contact:
Tyler Charlebois

We are pleased to announce that Stefanie Bernaudo will be joining the Office of Research and Innovation (ORI) as Associate Dean, Grants and Research Development, effective Monday, July 21, 2025. Stefanie will step into this role during Tania Massa’s absence and provide strategic leadership to support Humber’s research funding strategy, strengthen institutional capacity, and foster partnerships that amplify the impact of our applied research.

With over eight years of experience in research grant development and administration, Stefanie is a seasoned leader committed to advancing research excellence. In this role, she will be instrumental in helping Humber continue to be one of Canada’s top research institutions, pursuing innovation and high-impact projects that solve real-world problems and create meaningful outcomes for our communities.

Prior to joining Humber, Stefanie served as the Partnerships and Awards Specialist at the University of Toronto Mississauga, where she connected faculty with strategic funding opportunities, built industry and community partnerships, and supported the pursuit of high-profile research grants and awards. She also served as a Research Officer in the Faculty of Science at York University, driving research growth and external funding.

Stefanie holds a PhD in Biological Sciences, with a specialization in the molecular mechanisms of ovarian cancer. Her expertise spans grant writing, research strategy, contract negotiation, and stakeholder engagement across academic and applied research environments.

Please join me in welcoming Stefanie to Humber Polytechnic. 

Tyler Charlebois
Dean, Office of Research and Innovation (Acting)

Kristan Lingard is the Senior Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellness - Posted on June 25, 2025

Posted:
June 25, 2025

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Kristan Lingard as the Senior Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellness.

Kristan brings over 15 years of progressive academic and administrative leadership at Humber, most recently serving as Acting Senior Dean of the Faculty. Her appointment reflects a deep and ongoing commitment to student success, educational excellence, and institutional innovation. In her interim role, she provided strategic and operational leadership during a period of significant growth and transformation, expanding program delivery across multiple campuses, increasing enrollment and developing new programs. She is a strong champion of innovations in interprofessional education, simulation-based learning, and competency-based curricular design.

Throughout her career at Humber, Kristan has also served as Associate Dean, Program Coordinator, and Professor. A Registered Kinesiologist and former hospital-based practitioner, she brings an appreciation of the intersection between academic programming and health system needs. She is committed to strengthening regulatory and industry partnerships and advancing inclusive and responsive education at Humber.

Kristan holds a Master of Science degree in Kinesiology from York University, and she is currently completing her Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership at Western University, where she is building on her evidence-informed and reflective approach to academic leadership.

We look forward to Kristan’s continued leadership as she advances the Faculty’s mission to prepare skilled, compassionate, and career-ready graduates who will shape the future of health and wellness in Canada and beyond.

Please join me in congratulating Kristan as she begins her new role.

Gina Antonacci
Senior Vice-President, Academic

Todd Carmichael, Principal of Lakeshore Campus - Posted on June 25, 2025

Posted:
June 25, 2025

I am pleased to announce that Todd Carmichael has been appointed as the new Principal of Lakeshore Campus.

Todd brings a wealth of experience to the role, with a career that spans the private sector, international development, and more than a decade in higher education. He began his professional journey as an exploration geophysicist, working both in Canada and internationally, before transitioning to roles in community health with Canadian and global non-governmental organizations. His work in international development supported grassroots initiatives across East and Southern Africa, as well as South Asia.

Todd later joined Toronto Metropolitan University, where he led a Global Affairs Canada-funded program in Latin America and went on to serve as Director of the university’s international office. He also held faculty-based roles focused on strategic planning and partnership development, contributing significantly to the institution’s global engagement strategy.

Most recently, Todd has been part of Humber’s Integrated Planning and Strategy division, where he supported operational planning for key initiatives from the Humber Inspired planning process and the Building Brilliance vision.

Todd is also a proud Humber alumnus, having graduated from the Graduate Certificate program in International Project Management at Lakeshore Campus in 2005. His return to Lakeshore in this leadership role brings his Humber journey full circle.

Todd holds a BSc in Engineering from Queen’s University and is currently a doctoral candidate in the Doctor of Business Administration, Higher Education Management program at the University of Bath.

Todd will commence his new role on August 28th - please join me in congratulating him as he begins his new role.

Gina Antonacci
Senior Vice-President, Academic

Retirement Wishes for Margaret Fung - Posted on June 20, 2025

Posted:
June 20, 2025

After 15 years of exceptional service, Margaret Fung, our long serving and extraordinarily dedicated Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Manager is retiring at the end of the month. While we will miss her greatly, we are thrilled for Margaret as she embarks on this exciting new chapter. Since joining us in 2010, her leadership has shaped a safer, more resilient workplace that the rest of us have benefited from.  Margaret’s impact can be seen throughout our campuses as she led countless staff safety initiatives, modernized our health and safety program and recruited and mentored numerous health and safety professionals. Margaret provided Humber with outstanding guidance and steady leadership throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic, all in the midst of uncertainty and ever-changing public health restrictions.  

Her achievements also extend beyond Humber. During her tenure with us, Margaret was the 2011 winner of the Hugh Nelson Award of Excellence in Occupational Hygiene. This is an annual award presented to an individual who has worked or is working as an occupational hygiene professional in a full-time capacity. She was also a past president of the Occupational Hygiene Association of Ontario as well as the Canadian Registration Board of Occupational Hygienists and contributed to the growth of the field in the province and nationally.  

Margaret’s last day at Humber will be June 27, 2025. Please join me in congratulating Margaret on her retirement and in thanking her for her service to Humber. Humber is a safer workplace thanks to Margaret’s many efforts. 

Christopher Parkes
Chief, Legal, Risk and Privacy Office

Celebrating Melinda Kao's Retirement - Posted on June 11, 2025

Posted:
June 11, 2025
Contact:
Lauren Phillips

Please join us in celebrating the retirement of Melinda Kao, who is retiring after 22 years of dedicated service at Humber.

Throughout her career, Melinda has made significant contributions across several departments, including Community Workforce and Development (COWD) and Program Planning, Development & Renewal. Her commitment to excellence, collaborative spirit, and leadership have left a lasting impact on colleagues and the institution.

While we are sad to see her go, we are grateful for the work she has done and wish her all the best in this next chapter of life.

To share your personal congratulations, please sign this e-card!

In addition, we will be hosting a drop-in celebration on Wednesday, June 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. in LinX.

Please stop by and join us.

Dawn Macaulay is Retiring from Humber - Posted on June 6, 2025

Posted:
June 6, 2025

After 17 years of dedicated service to Humber, Dawn Macaulay has decided to retire at the end of June. We will all miss Dawn tremendously and wish her the very best in her future aspirations.

Dawn came into her role as Dean of Innovative Learning at a critical time in Humber’s, and the sector’s, history. She provided guidance and mentorship to the Innovative Learning teams of Teaching Excellence and Digital Learning through and beyond the COVID pandemic, and in doing so supported Humber’s resilience at that challenging time. Over the past few years, Dawn has worked closely with leaders across the institution to foster a learning innovation ecosystem to help achieve Humber’s vision for transforming education at a time of significant change.

As those of you who have worked with her know, Dawn is a kind, collaborative, and deeply thoughtful leader and colleague. She has always led with respect for and appreciation of her team. She creates positive impacts for students by building meaningful relationships across departments to advance teaching and learning innovation. Dawn has an unwavering commitment to supporting and celebrating the diversity of students, and to helping faculty deliver inclusive learning experiences. Her leadership of Universal Design for Learning and her collaboration with Indigenous Education and Engagement on curriculum are examples of Dawn’s values in action that have helped transform Humber.

Prior to taking on her current role, Dawn was the Associate Dean Liberal Studies in the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Amongst her many accomplishments in her role in FLAS was her development of the Degree Breadth Committee, where she was instrumental in enhancing Humber’s liberal studies curriculum and in developing processes to support both current and prospective students as they pathwayed into and through Humber.

On behalf of everyone in Innovative Learning, PPDR, and the entire Humber community, thank you Dawn for your service and contributions to our students and community. We will continue to benefit from your contributions long after your retirement.

With deep gratitude,

Vera Beletzan
Associate Vice-President, Teaching and Learning

Retirement Celebration Honouring David Patrickson - Posted on May 28, 2025

Posted:
May 28, 2025

After an extraordinary 42 years of service, we are honoured to recognize and celebrate the retirement of David Patrickson, a dedicated educator and mentor in the Mechanical Engineering Program at Humber Polytechnic.

Throughout the decades, David has shaped countless minds, inspired future engineers, and left an enduring legacy of excellence, integrity, and passion for teaching. Their commitment to student success and the advancement of mechanical education has made a lasting impact on our community.

Please join us as we express our gratitude and best wishes for a well-deserved retirement.

Date: June 4, 2025
Time: 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Location: North Camups, NX111

We invite all colleagues and friends to sign a card and share a message of appreciation by June 4, 2025 before 12 p.m. 

Let’s come together to celebrate a truly inspiring career and the beginning of a new chapter.

Shaun Ghafari, Dean, Engineering
Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology (FAST)

Aaron Sykes, Indigenous Curriculum & Pedagogy Specialist - Posted on May 12, 2025

Posted:
May 12, 2025
Contact:
Danielle Paige Jeancart

I am pleased to announce the appointment of Aaron Sykes as Indigenous Curriculum & Pedagogy Specialist with Indigenous Education & Engagement. Aaron will join the Humber community in his new position on May 20, 2025. 

Aaron Sykes (Kanien'kehá:ka -Canadian), originally from the Quinte area and a member of the Wolf Clan, is deeply committed to decolonizing the education system and reclaiming queer Indigenous identities. With a passion for promoting Indigenous contributions and fostering inclusive spaces, Aaron holds a Master of Education specializing in urban Indigenous education.

Drawing from his own experiences and identities, Aaron has explored intersections between two-spirit historical and contemporary identities and community education. His work is guided by a desire to honour diverse Indigenous perspectives and empower marginalized voices within educational spaces. 

Residing in downtown Toronto, Aaron embraces a healthy lifestyle and enjoys activities such as cooking, biking, stand-up paddling, and practicing yoga. He finds inspiration in connecting with nature and values the importance of well-being and humour in his personal and professional life. 

Please join me in congratulating Aaron in his new role! 

Danielle Jeancart
Associate Dean, Indigenous Education & Engagement

Natalie Green is Humber’s New Associate Dean Digital Learning - Posted on April 15, 2025

Posted:
April 15, 2025

I am very pleased to announce that Natalie Green is Humber's new Associate Dean Digital Learning. Natalie brings a wealth of educational technology, curriculum development, and instructional design expertise to Humber. She is excited about joining the Humber team at this time to contribute to the vision for reimagining learning. Natalie will be responsible for providing leadership to the Digital Learning team as well as support to the Associate Vice-President Teaching & Learning, the Centre for Innovative Learning, and the entire Humber community to advance teaching and learning innovation.

Natalie joins Humber from Conestoga College where, most recently, she held the position of Program Manager in the School of Business. In her role at Conestoga, Natalie was responsible for leading a team of curriculum developers to support the growth of online and flexible programs. Prior to her role at Conestoga, Natalie was the Associate Director, Distance and Continuing Education at Open Learning and Educational Support (OpenEd) at the University of Guelph. She provided vision and leadership in instructional design, quality assurance, and program and business development, and led production and logistics teams to deliver over 400 degree and non-degree credit courses, including micro-credential programs such as diplomas, certificates, and digital badges. She also supported the development of three fully online programs at the University of Guelph-Humber. Natalie also has extensive experience in supporting learning and curriculum development and leading teams with an emphasis on advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Natalie holds a Master of Educational Technology (MET) from the University of British Columbia and is a certified Instructional Designer. She has held a number of leadership roles including President of the Ontario Council for University Lifelong Learning (OCULL).

Natalie will start in her new position at Humber on May 26, 2025. Please join me in welcoming Natalie to Humber.

Vera Beletzan
Associate Vice-President, Teaching & Learning

Closure of LRC Drop Off Loop - North Campus - Posted on August 28, 2025

Posted:
August 28, 2025
Contact:
Roman Fuzak
Map of closure.

Please be advised that in order to facilitate paving stone maintenance, the drop off area between the parking kiosk and LRC, along with Lot 7, will be closed on Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 8 a.m. to approximately 5 p.m. President's Way road will remain open.

Should you have any questions, please contact Roman Fuzak at roman.fuzak@humber.ca.

Exterior Closures at North Campus - Posted on August 14, 2025

Please be advised that construction activities on August 19, 2025 will require the closure of exterior areas as shown on the attached two plans.

There will be no vehicular or pedestrian traffic in the area between Buildings E, EX, FX and G, including the courtyard from 5 p.m.

The area is required to be vacant as our contractor will be lifting structural steel up to the 4th floor of Building E.

Capital Development & Facilities Management Contact Info Update - Posted on August 14, 2025

Posted:
August 14, 2025

Effective August 18, Capital Development & Facilities Managment's central and emergency phone number is changing. 

To report emergency issues around campus (spills, power outages, etc.), we can be reached at 416.675.5008 and CQ - Facilities (MS teams).

For non-emergency issues, please submit a work order through our website.

General inquires can be emailed to facilities@humber.ca.

Parking Lots Closure Due to Paving - North Campus - Posted on August 5, 2025

Posted:
August 5, 2025
Contact:
Roman Fuzak

Please note that due to paving work at North Campus, the following areas will be closed between August 5 and 29, 2025:

  • Parking Lot 3
  • Parking Lot 4
  • Drop off loop between Barrett CTI and University of Guelph-Humber

The Humber and Guelph-Humber community is encouraged to park in Lots 1 and 13, or in the parking garage once it reopens (anticipated August 11). Every effort will be made to finish these paving projects ahead of time. Should you have any questions, please contact Roman Fuzak at roman.fuzak@humber.ca.

Thank you.

Arboretum Road Closure at S Building - North Campus - Posted on July 31, 2025

​When: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 10 a.m. until Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5 p.m.

As part of the SWITCH project, Arboretum Road will be closed at S building next Tuesday, August 5 at 10 a.m. The closure will last up to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12. Please view the map for the layout of signage and the closure. 

Purpose: To connect the residence building S to the district system as part of the SWITCH project.

Impact on Occupants: The road will be closed to through traffic. Access to the residence buildings, including the loading dock, will not be impacted. The east gate will remain open for access to Lot 1, and the south gate will be used for exiting. However, to access the residence buildings, loading dock and daycare, please enter the campus from the E Entrance (view attached picture).

Thank you for your understanding and co-operation as we work to enhance our campus infrastructure.

For more information or if you have questions, please contact Hooman Aboutalebi, Senior Project Manager, at hooman.aboutalebi@humber.ca.

Arboretum Road Closure at T Building - North Campus - Posted on July 23, 2025

​When: Monday, July 28, 2025 at 10 a.m. until Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 5 p.m.

As part of the SWITCH project, the Arboretum Road will be closed at T building next Monday, July 28 at 10 a.m. The closure will last up to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6. Please view the map for the layout of signage and the closure. 

Purpose: To connect the residence building R& T to the district system as part of the SWITCH project.

Impact on Occupants: The road will be closed to through traffic. Access to the residence buildings, including the loading dock, will not be impacted. The east gate will remain open for access to Lot 1, and the south gate will be used for exiting.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to enhance our campus infrastructure.

For more information or if you have questions, please contact Hooman Aboutalebi, Senior Project Manager, hooman.aboutalebi@humber.ca.

Tim Horton's Closure - Lakeshore Campus - Posted on July 4, 2025

Posted:
July 4, 2025

Tim Horton's, located in the M Building at Lakeshore Campus, will be closed for renovations starting Monday, July 7, 2025. 

The On The Go Cafeteria, located on the first floor of the L Building, will be open starting Monday, July 7, 2025, with operating hours from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

We appreciate your patience as we work to enhance your campus dining experience.

Lakeshore Campus L Building West Entrance Closure - Posted on July 3, 2025

To facilitate exterior repairs, the west entrance of L Building at Lakeshore Campus will be closed from Monday, July 7 to Friday, August 22 (weather permitting). All other accessible entrances/exits (with automated door operators and wave buttons), will be available.

The TTC Wheel Trans Stop will be temporarily re-located, adjacent to the north entrance of L Building, for the duration of the repairs.

Should you have any questions, please contact Scott Skrinar, Manager, Operations & Maintenance, scott.skrinar@humber.ca.

Closure Notice: Lakeshore Campus - AN203 Men's Washroom - Posted on June 23, 2025

Posted:
June 23, 2025
Contact:
Andrea Cipriano
Poster for Closure Notice: Lakeshore Campus, AN203 Men's Washroom

Please note that the men's washroom on the second floor of the Annex building (room AN203) will be closed from Wednesday, June 25 until Monday, September 1.

View attached plan for available washrooms during the closure.

Thank you.

Notice of Office Closure on June 23 – FLAS Offices at North and Lakeshore Campuses - Posted on June 20, 2025

Posted:
June 20, 2025

Please be advised that the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences (FLAS) offices at Lakeshore and North campuses will be closed on Monday, June 23.

Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, June 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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