I am writing to share that Martine Spinks has elected to leave her position of Associate Dean, Design and Built Environment, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology, in order to scale back and focus on priorities related to her family.

During her time at Humber, Martine made numerous contributions within and beyond FAST. She led several international projects, including the creation of a very successful COIL project. She also initiated international partnerships, providing students and faculty with opportunities to study and engage abroad. Martine was instrumental in growing applied research opportunities in FAST and she championed numerous quality assurance processes. Her commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion was felt in many ways and included a focus on decolonizing the curriculum.  

Martine's commitment to students was significant and she made a difference to the student experience by ensuring that students had a voice within FAST.  

Martine was known for collaborating across the academic division, creating innovative interdisciplinary opportunities for students, staff and faculty in several programs. She was collegial and shared her ideas and expertise freely.

Martine's passion for higher education was always apparent and I am grateful that she has been a part of the Humber team.  I would like to thank her for her many contributions to Humber and for her commitment to our students, staff and faculty.  

Her last day at Humber is June 2, please join me in wishing Martine well.

Sincerely,

Gina Antonacci
Senior Vice-President, Academic