Past Events

How to Avoid a Research Data Management Nightmare Workshop - SoTL Research Garden
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  • When:
    October 5, 2022 12:00pm to 1:30pm
Where:
Online
Contact:
Raeshelle Morris
Email:
raeshelle.morris@humber.ca
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As Ontario Colleges continue to develop their Institutional Strategies for Research Data Management (RDM) and the Tri-Agency begins to require Data Management Plans for some of their funding, there is a need for RDM training for college researchers. In collaboration with Humber Libraries, Humber College Office of Research & Innovation has responded to this need by developing a short series of Research Data Management workshops. The first one is being offered on October 5, 2022.

In this workshop, participants will learn best practices to avoid data loss and identify and reduce risks that can jeopardize their research data. They will practice crafting a research data management plan (DMP) and learn about the tools available on the DMP Assistant website. To prepare for the workshop, participants are encouraged to view this video How to avoid a data management nightmare - YouTube from NYU Health Sciences.

Title: How to avoid a research data management nightmare
Date and time: October 5, 2022 noon to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Online

Learning outcomes - Participants will be able to:

  • Explain why research data management is important,
  • Discuss potential causes and implications of research data loss,
  • Develop a simple Data Management Plan,
  • Access resources from the DMP Assistant.

Register for the workshop

Equity & Inclusion Dialogue - Disability Employment Awareness Month - Diversity of Disability: More Success with Inclusive Hiring
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  • When:
    October 4, 2022 11:00am to 12:00pm
Where:
Online
Contact:
Human Rights Education and Training Team
Email:
humanrightseducation@humber.ca

Tuesday, October 4, 2022 - 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Inclusion (Centre) is pleased to invite you to its Equity and Inclusion Dialogue series for the 2022-2023 academic year. Online registration is now open for this event. View the flyer for event details. Limited seating available.

View the full listing of the Centre’s 2022-2023 Equity & Inclusion Dialogue series.

Panel Description:

October is Disability Employment Awareness Month. This one-hour session will bring together a diverse panel of speakers who will provide information and insight about diverse and inclusive hiring practices applicable to the post-secondary sector.

Panelist Bios:

Jeannette Campbell, BA

Jeannette is a passionate believer in the non-profit sector, and its ability to move the needle on awareness, opportunities, and education about disabilities and promote the inclusion of all members of our communities. She has 20+ years of demonstrated success providing service, program design, evaluation, and partnership development with educational institutions, service agencies, all levels of government, and private sector stakeholders.

Jeannette’s work in program development and the ability to put them into action has resulted in successful programs that support clients to achieve goals, encourage and enhance wrap around services, and ultimately the success of individuals, organizations, and employers. Jeannette has also designed projects specifically for youth and people with disabilities in academic settings such as SIFE/Enactus, Rotman Commerce – Student Life department, and the Community Partnership departments at University of Toronto and George Brown College and has a long history of promoting and supporting programs and services to end users, government, and private sectors.

Zahra Brown, B.A., M.A.

Zahra J. Brown is a Jamaican-Canadian, Black, lesbian, cisgender woman, who has two disabilities. She is hard of hearing, and she has a mild cerebral palsy. Zahra is often misgendered because of her gender expression.

Zahra is a York University graduate who earned a Master of Arts in Critical Disability Studies in 2020, and a Bachelor of Arts in Women’s Studies in 2014. She earned a diploma in Social Service Worker at George Brown College in 2016 and a certificate in General Arts and Science in 2004 at Seneca College.

As a public speaker, she specializes in topics related to disability, self-advocacy, mental health, LGBTQ+ and more. As a former Humber College employee, 2016-2019, Zahra gained unparalleled experience co-facilitating several human rights trainings while also establishing herself as a respected public speaker.

In 2021, Zahra worked as an accessibility consultant for the City of Toronto, where she developed a report of the Impact of COVID-19 on People with Disabilities in Toronto which highlighted key issues and accessibility barriers people with disabilities experienced and provided recommendations for the City of Toronto based on her research.

Errol Cyrus, MBA

Errol has over ten years’ experience working in employment and career counselling with people with physical disabilities. As an advocate for the rights of marginalized people, equity deserving groups and all oppressed racialized people, he was a former co-chair for the employees working group, at the Spinal Cord Injury Ontario EDI strategic task force and a former member of George Brown College’s anti-black racism committee.

Errol holds an MBA from Nova Southeastern University and has extensive experience in post-secondary education as an adjunct lecturer, director of admissions and programs manager. He is presently Project Manager at Humber College’s Centre for Human Rights and manages the EDI Taskforce and Healthy Campus projects. Errol is committed to the work of Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and confronting anti-Black Racism.

Introduction to Creative Problem Solving Workshop - Fall Innovation Workshop Buffet
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  • When:
    October 4, 2022 10:00am to 2:00pm
  • When:
    October 6, 2022 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Where:
North Campus
Contact:
Raeshelle Morris
Email:
raeshelle.morris@humber.ca
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Our Summer Innovation Workshop Buffet is here! Join us for this introduction to solving challenges and opportunities.

This is where we have some fun understanding why we work so well with some people and not so well with others. From this workshop, we will explore how the Basadur Simplexity Profile developed by Dr. Min Basadur sets the stage for optimizing how we solve challenges and opportunities both individually and collectively. This intro workshop is a pre-requisite for Simplexity Level 1 for Problem Solving.

The facilitator Debra Pickfield, MBA (Leadership), BA Social Sciences (Economics) is a dedicated “Minion” as she has facilitated Simplexity sessions for more than ten years and watched groups navigate from frustration to “ahhh – we get it” as they explore what the real issue seeking to be solved is. Debra’s commitment to recognizing problem-solving as a key driver of innovation is what brings her to Humber College, and she is looking forward to sharing her passion and supporting anyone or any team as they learn a new skill to approach any opportunity or challenge facing them.

We are excited to offer this workshop in person to expand your learning.

Lunch will be provided so please ensure you make a note of any food allergies or dietary restrictions in the registration form.

Register now for the in-person or virtual event.

Nature Photography Walk at Humber Arboretum (Ravine Days)
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  • When:
    October 3, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Where:
Humber Arboretum, North Campus
Email:
arboretum@humber.ca
In fall, a young woman holds a camera up to take a photo of tall grasses

Join staff from the Humber Arboretum as we celebrate Ravine Days through the lens! All you'll need is a camera of any kind and lots of curiosity to join this guided lunch hour walk with nature education and communications staff from the Humber Arboretum. Discover the fantastic photo opportunities that are available as soon as you step into one of Toronto's most beautiful urban greenspaces.

No special equipment is needed - everything from cellphone cameras to DSLRs are welcome, or you can even borrow one of the point-and-shoots used by kids during the Humber Arboretum's Nature Camp if you just want to try things out without keeping the photos. 

When: Monday, October 3 from 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. 

Where: Outdoors at the Humber Arboretum. We will meet at the Tree of Hope Mosaic and Welcome Gazebo at the front entrance (View the location on Google Maps). The Humber Arboretum is found at the back of North Campus. 

How: This event is free but space is limited - please register in advance through Eventbrite to reserve a spot.

Nuit Blanche at Humber Lakeshore Campus
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  • When:
    October 1, 2022 7:00pm to October 2, 2022 7:00am
Where:
Lakeshore Campus, various locations south of Lakeshore Blvd W. along Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr.
Contact:
Melissa Poliah
Email:
melissa.poliah@humber.ca
Nuit Blanche text poster

For the first time, Humber College’s Lakeshore Campus will host Nuit Blanche as the celebration of contemporary art expands to become a city-wide event. The sixteenth edition of the all-night event returns on October 1 and will be the most expansive to date featuring the artwork of more than 150 artists. 

This year’s Nuit Blanche theme is ‘The Space between us.’ This curatorial theme invites artists to build bridges between cultures, communities and the environment and to transform the city by telling stories about their connection to place. It includes exploring shared experiences through Black, Indigenous, and people of colour (BIPOC) communities globally and amplifying local voices in the international dialogue of art. Exhibits will be featured in Etobicoke, North York, Scarborough, Don Mills, East Danforth, Bloor-Yorkville, Downtown, Sterling Road, West Queen West and Fort York. 

Visit the Nuit Blanche website to learn more about the Etobicoke projects and artists.

Narrative Weaving Through Indigenous Art
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  • When:
    September 30, 2022 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Where:
Lakeshore Campus, G Cottage & Online
Contact:
Melissa Poliah
Email:
melissa.poliah@humber.ca
Narrative Weaving Through Indigenous Art text poster

Humber Galleries presents a panel discussion on Narrative Weaving Through Indigenous Art as part of the Nuit Blanche + RUTAS Symposium: A Home for Our Migrations, which brings together scholars, artists and community activists for lively dialogues, workshops, keynote speakers and live performances. 

Moderated by Jennifer Gordon, Director, Centre for Creative Business Innovation & Humber Galleries, Nuit Blanche artists Sonja Carmichael, Elisa Jane Carmichael, Nico Williams and Sage Petahtegoose, Creative Producer, Indigenous Transmedia Fellowships will explore their processes, inspirations and practices, discussing intergenerational artmaking and how storytelling through art practices are passed to future generations of Indigenous artists. 

Friday, September 30, 2022 
3:30 - 5 p.m. EST 

In Person: 
Humber College, G Cottage 
17 3155 Lakeshore Blvd W, Etobicoke ON		 Online Webinar:
Zoom
Passcode: 719467
Teaching 101 Series Hosted by Innovative Learning
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  • When:
    September 22, 2022 4:00pm
  • When:
    September 29, 2022 4:00pm
  • When:
    October 6, 2022 4:00pm
Contact:
Falisha Rowe
Email:
falisha.rowe@humber.ca

Innovative Learning is hosting a Teaching 101 Series for faculty.

To begin the new academic year on a good note, join the IL team for a series of sessions focused on classroom teaching. These sessions will focus on teaching strategies, tips, tools and templates.

Workshop descriptions:

Creating an Effective Lesson Plan
Date/Time: September 22 from 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Lesson planning helps ensure that curriculum is engaging, consistent, and effectively assessed. A well-designed lesson is rewarding for educators and motivating for students. In this workshop, participants will explore the elements of an effective lesson plan and receive a template to guide the design of lessons that maximize learning opportunities for all students.

During the session, faculty will:
1. Justify the importance of lesson planning to create an effective and inclusive learning experience.
2. Describe the purpose of the components of an effective and inclusive lesson plan.
3. Use a lesson plan template to start creating a lesson plan.

Writing Measurable Learning Outcomes
Date/Time: September 29 from 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Learning outcomes are a critical component of the teaching and learning process. They act as a guide for learners and educators and indicate what the learners will know and do by the end of a specified course or program. In this workshop, participants will learn how to write observable and measurable student learning outcomes that inform course content and assessments.

During this workshop faculty will:

  1. Explain the purpose of writing measurable learning outcomes for their lessons and courses
  2. Identify the three essential ingredients of measurable learning outcomes
  3. Analyze learning outcomes for clarity and purpose
  4. Write a measurable learning outcome for one of their courses

Creating Meaningful Assessments and Incorporating Feedback
Date/Time: October 6 from 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Classroom assessment techniques allow educators to gauge ongoing student learning to help determine the next steps within a course or lesson. They are easy to implement and invaluable tools for the learning process.  In this workshop, participants will discover how the use of classroom assessment techniques can improve the learning process, increase student engagement, and encourage students to produce quality work.

During this workshop faculty will:

  1. Differentiate between the different kinds of assessment.
  2. Identify classroom assessment techniques that can improve the learning process.
  3. Identify how to implement a feedback strategy into the learning process

Register for one or all sessions

Introduction to Design Thinking Workshop - 2022 Fall Innovation Workshop Buffet
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  • When:
    September 27, 2022 10:00am to 2:00pm
  • When:
    September 29, 2022 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Where:
Humber North Campus
Contact:
Raeshelle Morris
Email:
raeshelle.morris@humber.ca
Introduction to Design Thinking Workshop

Design Thinking is a proven Human-Centered Design approach for creating solutions. i.e problem-solving. Design Thinking starts with creating desirable solutions for those who will benefit from these solutions. These solutions must be feasible and viable to ensure the right impact on the desired users. This workshop is developed to provide you with essential design thinking techniques, mindsets and behaviours which will encourage you to problem solve.

Facilitator Bio: Raeshelle Morris holds a Masters in Leadership from the University of Guelph, and a double major honours Bachelor’s Degree in Management and Organizational Studies from the University of Western Ontario. She is also a certified project manager (PMP). She is trained in Creative Problem Solving, Values-Based Innovation through Values-Perspectives, Design Thinking, Change Management and Human-Centred Design. She has also obtained her Green Belt in Innovation Strategy Management through Innovation 360.

Workshop Overview:
a. Learn essential design thinking techniques, mindsets and behaviours.
b. Understand the Design Thinking Process.
c. Understand how to grow ideas into powerful solutions.

Register today for the in-person or virtual workshop.

Equity & Inclusion Dialogue - Uprooting Misogynoir in Our Everyday Lives
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  • When:
    September 29, 2022 9:00am to 12:00pm
Where:
Online
Contact:
Human Rights Education and Training Team
Email:
humanrightseducation@humber.ca

Thursday, September 29, 2022 - 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Inclusion (Centre) is pleased to invite you to its Equity and Inclusion Dialogue series for the 2022-2023 academic year. Online registration is now open for this event. View the flyer for event details. Limited seating available.

View the full listing of the Centre’s 2022-2023 Equity & Inclusion Dialogue series.

Workshop description:

This workshop invites participants to identify where misogynoir exists in their lives and begin the long processual work of learning how to uproot it. By the end of the workshop participants should be able to identify misogynoir, intervene when appropriate to stop misogynoir, and imagine new ways of relating to those who experience misogynoir.

Facilitator bio:

Dr. Moya Bailey, Ph.D

Moya Bailey is an Associate Professor in the School of Communication at Northwestern University. Her work focuses on marginalized groups' use of digital media to promote social justice and she is interested in how race, gender, and sexuality are represented in media and medicine. She is the digital alchemist for the Octavia E. Butler Legacy Network and the Board President of Allied Media Projects, a Detroit-based movement media organization that supports an ever-growing network of activists and organizers. She is a co-author of #HashtagActivism: Networks of Race and Gender Justice (MIT Press, 2020) and is the author of Misogynoir Transformed: Black Women’s Digital Resistance (New York University Press, 2021).

The Unlearning Circle - Humber Employees Dismantling Whiteness
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  • When:
    September 28, 2022 12:05pm
Where:
Online
Contact:
Sara Jouppi
Email:
sara.jouppi@humber.ca

In early December 2021, Humber officially launched a group for people who identify as white and/or as having white skin privilege to examine how they have been conditioned by their whiteness and how it shows up in their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, and within their institutions (home, work, educational, religious, etc.). The Unlearning Circle: Humber employees dismantling whiteness focuses on unpacking and dismantling white supremacy culture and unlearning it.

The Circle will hold its seventh session virtually on Wednesday, September 28 from 12:05 to 1:25 p.m. 

Interested in joining the circle or have questions about it? For more information email theunlearningcircle@humber.ca, or visit its webpage where you can read all about it and access the meeting materials.

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