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Workshop: You're Important at Work

Facilitator: Pat Spiteri, 3D Consulting This workshop will introduce subject areas that will enable you to put some balance back into the workplace. Understanding the importance of human relations will guide you through challenging times. If you feel you are always giving with no getting, this program is for you. Learning Objectives
  • Define the difference between technical skills and human relations skills
  • Define attitude
  • Identify traits of positive and negative attitudes
  • Identify the relationship between success and a positive attitude

Skills Development and Innovation Highlights of New Federal Budget

The 2017 federal budget was tabled in Ottawa yesterday, and contains several items that directly support the contributions that Humber and other colleges make to industry, employers and learners of all ages. Among other things, the budget emphasizes access to education, innovation, lifelong learning and skills development, and employment. Highlights specific to the college sector include:
  • An additional $395.5 over three years for the Youth Employment Strategy, tackling the ongoing challenge of elevated youth under- and unemployment.

Humber Earth Week - HRT Green Market

Join us on Tuesday, March 28 in E135 Concourse for the School of Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism's very own Green Market to celebrate Humber Earth Week. This is an event you won't to miss - there's something for everyone!
  1. Bucks for Books sale
  2. White Elephant Swap
  3. e-Waste Drop-off Bin
  4. Plant-in-a-Mug Sale
  5. Green Smoothie Bar
  6. The Humber Arboretum and Centre for Urban Ecology  
  7. Magazine drive in support of HRT's Nunavut Service Learning trip

2017 Employee Engagement Pulse Survey

One of Humber’s foundations for success is to invest in accomplished and engaged employees who are supported in delivering an exceptional student experience. One way we do this is to ensure that our employees have the opportunity to provide feedback to the organization. As part of these efforts, we invite you to participate in a college-wide Employee Engagement Pulse Survey, beginning on March 27th. On Monday, you will receive an email from CCI Research with the survey details and instructions.

e-Waste Collection Week

e-Waste Collection Week is back March 27-31! Don't miss your chance to give old electronics the boot! Did you know? 
  • We generate around 40 million tons of electronic waste every year, worldwide. That’s the equivalent of throwing out 800 laptops every second.
  • E-waste contains hundreds of substances, many of which are toxic. This includes mercury, lead, arsenic, cadmium, selenium, chromium, and flame retardants.

Advisor Training 2017

Registration opens April 3. Visit careers.humber.ca/advisor-training-2017.php 2017 Advisor Training aims to build on the success of last year's first campus-wide training event. The 2016 training brought advisors together from various departments and academic schools to begin a conversation about advising students at Humber. Join us as we continue the conversation, learn more about the theory and practice of advising and make connections to fellow advisors on campus. 2017 Workshops topics will include:

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