Humber is committed to equipping all employees with basic tools to effectively intervene and support students, co-workers and members of the public who are experiencing mental health problems.

When you attend this two day Mental Health Training session, you can expect the following:

• Improve your understanding of mental illness
• Minimize the fear and hesitation to become involved when you think someone is experiencing a mental health problem.
• Develop simple and effective intervention strategies that are relevant to your role in the college

 To register for any of our training sessions, please fill out thisregistration form and submit completed form to HR services.

Time:Tuesday, October 1, 2013: 5 p.m.  9 p.m., Thursday, October 3, 2013: 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Class size: Maximum 16 students

Cost: Free ($20 deposit refunded upon completion)

*deposit will not be refunded if both classes are not completed

What is R.A.D?

Rape Aggression Defense means “defense against abduction.” Any force or threat against a woman’s will, that restricts her freedom of movement or desire to leave, we consider rape aggression.

Information:

• RAD Systems is the only self defense program ever endorsed by IACLEA (International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators)
• Lifetime Return & Practice Policy
• Largest women’s self defense training network in North America

What to expect: Students must complete all 8 hours of course and will receive training and education on:

• Risk reduction and identification
• Principles of striking, vulnerable locations, stances and exercise of various strikes
• Developing a Personal Plan of Action

What to bring: running shoes and comfortable clothing (you will be active).

For more information, please contact:

Lakeshore Campus: keith.pua@humber.ca 

North Campus: david.yen@humber.ca 

RESEARCH ROUNDS: BUILDING A RESEARCH PROFILE

October 3, 2013 12:45-1:30 pm

President's Boardroom 

Featuring: Bernie Monette

Program Coordinator, Web Development, Media Studies & Information Technology 

Faculty member Bernie Monette will discuss the critical steps to building a research profile at Humber. Bernie has participated in many successful research projects, both internally and externally funded, and has successfully worked with students and industry partners.

When asked about his motivation to be involved in research, Monette says, ���It�۪s a good opportunity to match what we�۪re doing in the program with what people are doing in the industry, creating products that will provide a benefit to Humber�۪s industry partners and students in the program.�۝ 

Bernie will discuss the many access points to research, the timing and trajectory of an evolving project, and the necessary steps to take in order to build a research profile and engage in industry innovation. 

Refreshments will be served

For more information, contact Daniel Fowler, ext. 5346 or daniel.fowler@humber.ca

Supported by Colleges Ontario Network for Industry Innovation (CONII)

Humber is celebrating World Vegetarian Day, October 3, 2013, at the North Campus! Here's a taste of what's planned:

• Farmer's Market filled with local veggies and fruits
• Booths to learn more about local and organic food, vegetarianism, healthy choices and nutrition
• Representatives from Toronto Vegetarian Association and Mercy for Animals 
• Humber's Athletics dept will be kicking off 'Nutrition Month'
• Humber library will share all the films, documentaries and books that you can borrow to learn more on this topic!
• Sign up to join other students and start an HSF club related to Vegetarianism!
• The Humber community will be able to learn about the benefits of a plant-based diet, and how eating locally grown, and organically grown foods can significantly reduce your footprint on the environment, and help you be healthier overall.