Past Events

  • When:
    February 8, 2024 7:00pm
Where:
Humber Lakeshore Auditorium (A128)
Contact:
Dewi Minden, Music Operations Manager
African-Canadian woman smiles and has both arms raised in front of several women singing.

An Evening of Gospel Music, African Rhythm and Jazz, and Rhythm ‘n Soul

This concert showcases three Humber Music Student Ensembles, each one a unique genre, yet all three reverberate with a shared African heritage. Reverberations II is the sequel to Humber Music’s Reverberations concert in 2023 and promises to be just as spectacular. Come experience the uplifting power of the Gospel Choir, the driving rhythms of the African Rhythm and Jazz and the infectious groove of Rhythm ‘n Soul for an evening that is inspiring, rejuvenating and enlivening! 

Faculty member Natalie Stewart brings an infectious energy as director of the Gospel Choir, and the students are equally inspiring. With over 20 students, the ensemble is made up of students from a variety of musical disciplines and draws upon the performance practices of black gospel music. The power of gospel music brings to life a vibe that resonates with the soul, stirring faith, inspiration, hope, and even joy in the midst of sorrow–tenets of the black cultural experience for over a century. Showcasing Humber's skillful and exceptional musical talent, the unifying power of Humber's Gospel Choir is like music therapy for the soul: soothing, uplifting, refreshing, and energizing! 

Also performing will be the African Rhythm and Jazz Ensemble. The music is rooted in the ancient rhythms of Africa - the roots of jazz – and married with today's jazz harmonies. The ensemble bring together these two Black Kushitic worlds to inspire original compositions and arrangements. Ensemble Director Waleed Abdulhamid, originally from Sudan, is a percussionist, bassist, and multi-instrumentalist and composer active in the Toronto music scene since his arrival 1991 and on faculty at Humber College.

The Rhythm 'n Soul Ensemble will round off the evening with a focus on repertoire which blends the African American music genre of rhythm and blues with contemporary funk and soul music. The Ensemble will perform the classic R&B, soul and funk standard repertoire made famous by artists such as Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, and James Brown. The Rhythm 'n Soul Ensemble is directed by faculty member and bass player Will Jarvis.

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  • When:
    January 22, 2024 10:00am to March 28, 2024 4:00pm
  • When:
    February 8, 2024 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Where:
Lakeshore Campus, L Space Gallery
Contact:
Melissa Poliah
Facing Future Exhibition Poster

Humber Galleries presents Facing Future at L Space Gallery from January 22 to March 28, 2024.

Opening Reception - Thursday, February 8 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

This group exhibition showcases the work of recent graduates' alongside professional artists' additions to Humber College’s Permanent Art Collection. Works featured include paintings, photography, prints, mixed media and sculpture by artists Kim Dorland, Shellie Zhang, Akshata Naik and several Humber Alumni, featuring six emerging artists, all recent graduates of the Visual and Digital Arts Program; Georgia Acheampong, Jasmine Cowan, Chesley Davis, Ebru Kur, Maya Iraheta and Alyssa Mahon

Facing Future speaks to the realities of the present and the world to come, dealing with themes of the climate emergency, immigration, migration, identity, connection to one’s ancestral land and within their current place in the world. As artists and recent graduates look to the future in a world where optimism is challenged amongst myriad environmental and humanitarian catastrophes, they continue to move forward, telling their stories honestly and fearlessly. 

Location

Lakeshore Campus, L Space Gallery
19 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive

Gallery Hours

Monday to Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday to Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday to Sunday: Closed

  • When:
    February 6, 2024 11:30am to 12:30pm
  • When:
    February 8, 2024 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Where:
Online

We are excited to announce that the online module Teaching Students to Research & Write with Integrity in the Digital Age is now open and available for all teachers at Humber College. This module is the result of the Academic Plan Priority 3 Projects and was a collaborative effort between the Faculty of Health Sciences & Wellness, Humber Libraries, the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Science, Student Success & Engagement, and Educational Support and Digital Innovations (ESDI). It is meant for those teachers who would consider themselves still novices at working with generative artificial intelligence (genAI) in learning settings.

The module is intended to support the development of faculty’s knowledge and understanding of how to engage with genAI to support students in harnessing new and emerging technologies to support their learning and digital fluency. You can access the online module here Teaching Students To Research & Write With Integrity In The Digital Age – A Faculty Program | Academic Division (humber.ca) Please enter the password genai_humber.

If you would like to learn more about the module you can attend an information session on February 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or February 8 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. through Microsoft Teams. If interested in attending please contact Jennie Miron at jennie.miron@humber.ca.

  • When:
    February 8, 2024 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Where:
Lakeshore Campus, G Commons
Red with yellow poster with title "2024 Lunar New Year"

Join us on February 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Lakeshore Campus G Commons for the Lunar New Year. 

Celebrate and learn about the East Asian tradition of New Year. Indulge your taste buds with an array of mouthwatering East Asian cuisine, from dumplings and spring rolls to sweet treats like mooncakes.

Embrace the spirit of togetherness and embark on a memorable journey to welcome the Lunar New Year at Lakeshore

Register now

  • When:
    February 8, 2024 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Where:
Online
Contact:
ACER
A group of multigenerational office workers sit at a conference table. Text overlay reads 'Leading with Gentelligence: Maximizing the Potential of a Multigenerational Workforce'

Humber College's Office of Research and Innovation (ORI) and Aging in Community Education and Research Hub (ACER) invite you to join Dr. Megan Gerhardt and Bradley Schurman for an engaging virtual fireside chat tailored for those intrigued by the dynamics of generations in the workplace.

This session will serve as your comprehensive guide, offering practical insights on effectively navigating the intricacies of an intergenerational workforce, allowing you to discover why Gentelligence is poised to shape the future of work.

  • When:
    February 7, 2024 12:00pm to 1:00pm
  • When:
    February 8, 2024 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Where:
Online

A future you can count on: Your CAAT Pension Webinar 

Dive into the details of all the incredible benefits your CAAT pension provides. This session is great for new members who have been in the plan for 5 years or less or any members who want to know why their pension is a big deal! 

Members will learn about: 

  • How the value of members’ pension will exceed the contributions they pay 
  • All their retirement options, including flexible early retirement options 
  • Other valuable features of the Plan, like survivor benefits, and inflation protection

Date: February 7, 2024
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location: Virtual 

Register for the CAAT Pension Plan Overview Session 

Registration Instructions: 

  1. To register, click on the registration link 
  2. Fill in the online form with your name and email address and then click “register” 
  3. You will receive an email with instructions on how to join the webinar at your scheduled date/time 
  4. On the date of your webinar, refer to the email you received and click “join” at your scheduled time 
  5. Please join at least 10 minutes in advance of the start of your learning session   

Retirement Planning Webinar 

Ready for retirement? Join this session for the answers to the questions members ask most when preparing to retire. It's never too early or too late to start planning for that next stage. This webinar is applicable to all members in DBprime and DBplus and covers the following and more: 

  • How much pension will I get? 
  • Is my pension secure? 
  • What do I do to start my retirement?

The session is expected to be 60 minutes in length including plenty of time for questions. 

Date: February 8, 2024
Time: 12 to 1 p.m.
Location: Virtual 

Register for the Retirement Planning Webinar 

Registration Instructions: 

  1. To register, click on the registration link 
  2. Fill in the online form with your name and email address and then click “register” 
  3. You will receive an email with instructions on how to join the webinar at your scheduled date/time 
  4. On the date of your webinar, refer to the email you received and click “join” at your scheduled time 
  5. Please join at least 10 minutes in advance of the start of your learning session   

If you have any questions about the CAAT Pension Webinars, please reach out to oe@humber.ca.

  • When:
    February 8, 2024 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Where:
Lakeshore Campus, Main Gymnasium
Contact:
Reina Uy
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Explore the world of Adaptive Sports! Join us on February 8 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lakeshore Main Gymnasium for an inclusive showcase of diverse athleticism.

All students are welcome.

  • When:
    February 8, 2024 12:30am to 1:30pm
Where:
Online
Dr. Megan Gerhardt and author Bradley Schurman

In the current labor landscape, where diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of organizational efforts, age inclusion often sits on the sidelines despite the reality that workforces worldwide are getting older and more generationally diverse each year. Gentelligence, a progressive approach developed by Dr. Megan Gerhardt at Miami University (Ohio, U.S.), balances the varied interests of different generations of workers and is a vital yet often underestimated element in the diversity and inclusion puzzle.

Join Dr. Gerhardt and Bradley Schurman for an engaging virtual fireside chat tailored for those intrigued by the dynamics of generations in the workplace. This session will serve as your comprehensive guide, offering practical insights on effectively navigating the intricacies of an intergenerational workforce, allowing you to discover why Gentelligence is poised to shape the future of work.

Register via EventBrite

Facilitator Bios:

Bradley Schurman is an expert on demographic change and how it disrupts worldwide social, cultural, political, and economic norms. His deep understanding of population shifts, coupled with his grasp of emerging trends, makes him an authoritative voice in the future of us. He's the author of THE SUPER AGE: DECODING OUR DEMOGRAPHIC DESTINY (Harper Collins) and the founder and CEO of the demographic strategy firm, The Super Age, which helps public and private-sector organizations navigate disruptive population change and improve organizational resilience. He's written for Newsweek and been quoted by The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and USAToday. He's appeared on NBC News and CBS News and regularly appears as a guest on podcasts, radio, and television shows around the world. Schurman spent his first two decades working for LeadingAge, a community of nonprofit aging services providers and other mission-driven organizations serving older adults, where he worked on assisted living and continuing care public policy, and AARP, America's leading organization for people aged fifty and older, where he led thought leadership in Asia and Europe and with entities like the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development and the World Economic Forum. He holds undergraduate and master's degrees from The American University in Washington, D.C.

Megan W. Gerhardt, Ph.D. is a Professor of Management and Leadership at the Farmer School of Business at Miami University, where she also serves as Robert D. Johnson Director of Leadership Development. Megan speaks and consults with top organizations around the world on ways to leverage generational diversity in the workplace. In addition to her academic research, she is author of the book Gentelligence: A Revolutionary Approach to Leading an Intergenerational Workforce. Her Gentelligence work has been showcased as Harvard Business Review’s Big Idea in March 2022 and was also chosen as one of Harvard Business Review’s Top 10 Must Reads for 2024. Megan’s work on leveraging generational diversity has also been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, NBC News, The Washington Post, and CNN, among others. All of Dr. Gerhardt’s work (www.profgerhardt.com) focuses on leveraging unique differences to achieve impact and extraordinary levels of performance.

  • When:
    February 5, 2024 6:30pm to 8:10pm
  • When:
    February 6, 2024 6:30pm to 8:10pm
  • When:
    February 7, 2024 6:30pm to 8:10pm
Where:
Online

While honeybees are struggling in rural environments, they've been thriving in urban ones. If you've been thinking of taking up urban beekeeping, this introduction to the challenges and opportunities of keeping bees in the city is for you.

Topics covered include, honeybee anatomy and behaviour, personal philosophy behind the course, site selection, necessary equipment, laws and registration, and the beekeeping year. You'll be learning from the beekeepers who care for both the Humber Arboretum and Humber College hives.

Location: Online via Zoom (online presentations include live chat and Q&A)

When: February 5, 6 and 7 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:10 p.m.

(Not available in the evenings? There is also a weekend option on February 17 and 18)

2024 Fee: $105.00 plus HST ($118.65)

This course may be taken individually or as part of the Sustainable Urban Beekeeping certificate series.

Visit the website to learn more and register

Registration deadline is Friday, February 2.

Connect with the Humber Arboretum online: Website | Instagram | Facebook | Mastodon | LinkedIn

  • When:
    February 7, 2024 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Where:
North Campus, E140A
Contact:
Meshanda Phillips
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Sip & Chill Cafe is back at North Campus!

Thank you to everyone who shared our first Sip & Chill Cafe with their students. We had a great turnout and are excited for our second one coming up on February 7.

Join the Office of the Dean of Students and First Year Experience (FYE) North for a bi-weekly gathering where students can come for an hour between or after class and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and light snacks while mixing and mingling with their peers. It's a perfect opportunity to unwind, connect, and just get a break from the academic stress.

The Sip & Chill Cafe will run bi-weekly (Wednesdays) from January 24 to the end of the winter semester.

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