Lakeshore Campus
Name: Amelia Savoie
Program: University of Guelph Humber - BBA in Accounting (2019) & Diploma in Business Management (2016)
Occupation: Accounting Officer at Crossroads International
About me: I graduated from the BBA program at the University of Guelph-Humber in 2019 and graduated with a Business Management diploma from Humber College in 2016. I am very passionate about community involvement, volunteerism and travelling which led me to my current role at a non-profit organization. I am very analytical and love numbers which led me to enrol in the CPA PEP program to become a future CPA.
Name: Cassandra Pereira
Program: Child and Youth Care Advanced Diploma (2020)
About me: Currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) at Wilfrid Laurier University, I am passionate about mental health and developmental delays and disability. I like to think of myself as hard working and fun loving. I am currently an editor for my university newspaper.
Name: Christopher Caldwell
Program: HVAC Technician (1996)
Occupation: Education Specialist at Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
About me: Christopher (Chris) Caldwell is an author, speaker, and adult learning specialist. Chris currently works with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health hospital, the Health Equity office, developing learning programs and communications. Chris is also active in community affairs, environmental education and activism. Chris holds a Masters degree in Urban Planning, a Masters degree in Adult Education, diplomas in information technology, business and environment and HVAC technician.
Name: Kaitlin Reibling
Program: Human Resources Management (2018)
Occupation: HR and Operation Coordinator at York University
About me: As Sr. Peer Mentor for 3 years at Lakeshore, and then working as Facilitator at North during my last semester, I learned so much that I have been able to apply towards my career so far! I’m now working towards my CHRL designation, developing myself in a wide variety of HR areas. Next, I am looking forward to completing a certificate in Adult Learning & Development at OISE through U of T to add to my skillset.
Name: Kimone Smith
Program: Bachelor of Digital Communication (2020)
Occupation: Creative Account Coordinator at Public Relations Agency
About me: I am from St. Andrew, Jamaica and moved to Toronto in 2016 to pursue my post-secondary education. After completing my degree in Digital Communications, I began working at a Public Relations Agency as a Creative Account Coordinator. In this role, I have learned so much about the industry and I am looking forward to growing in this field.
Name: Madison Giffen
Program: Bachelor of Child and Youth Care (2020) and Child and Youth Care Advanced Diploma (2018)
Occupation: Customer Experience Representative at Indigo
About me: I am a 2020 Humber graduate of the Bachelor of Child and Youth Care program and a 2018 graduate of Humber's CYC Advanced Diploma program. Over the past 5 years at Humber, I worked 2 work-study positions in the Lakeshore Learning Commons and the reception office for the Faculty of Social and Community Services. I participated in extra-curricular activities such as being an FYE Peer Mentor, CYC Class Representative, Humber College OACYC Student Amplifier, and Humber Fall & Spring Open House CYC student representative.
Name: Oleh Hryshyn
Program: Global Business Management (2020)
Occupation: Database Developer at Ontario Made
About me: I have graduated from the Global Business Management program in April 2020; currently I am working as a Database Developer for the Ontario government project - Ontario Made. I am passionate about AI, Data Science and Machine Learning, so I will be happy to share my experience and resources with technical folks.
North Campus
Name: Advitee Padlekar
Program: Regulation Affairs and Project Management (2018)
Occupation: Walmart Pharmacy Assistant
About me: Advitee is a Certified Associate in Project Management and Regulatory Affairs Professional. She completed her bachelor's in Pharmacy from India and worked with Tata Consultancy Services for about 2 years in their life sciences division as a Drug Safety Associate. She is an aspirational Project Manager and is passionate about mentoring, counseling, traveling and likes to spend time in polishing her hobby which is dancing and exploring opportunities where she can be of any assistance to the community.
Name: Janice Mckelvey
Program: Tourism Travel Services Management Diploma (2016)
Occupation: Station Attendance for Air Canada
About me: Station Attendant at Air Canada since June 2017. Travel often✈️. What I most enjoyed about FYE was the people. I became a peer mentor thru FYE and then a peer mentor for my program. FYE was also helpful with scholarships and bursaries.
Name: Katie Hurst
Program: Bachelor of Nursing Second Entry (2018)
Occupation: FT employee at a family health clinic in Oakville, ON as a Registered Nurse; PT Masters of Science Nursing student at York University
About me: I'm Kate, a 2019 Honours graduate of Humber's Second Entry Nursing program. I am also a previous FYE student mentor. I currently work in family health as a Registered Nurse and am pursuing my Masters degree in Nursing to later enter into academia and clinical instruction.
Name: Manoj Singh
Program: Advanced Diploma from the Civil Engineering Technology Program (2016)
Occupation: Technical Trainee at the City of Toronto
About me: My name is Manoj Singh and I am of Guyanese background. I am a 2016 graduate from the School of Applied Technology at Humber College where I hold an Advanced Diploma from the Civil Engineering Technology Program. Post-graduation, I proceeded to pursue my Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree in Civil which was completed in the year 2018 at Lakehead University. I participated in the 2015-16 Peer Mentoring Program while at Humber College where I made significant contributions towards other Peer Mentors along with Senior Peer Mentors. Currently, I am a Technical Trainee with the City of Toronto on a temporary basis; this is my third work term with the City (started in 2018) and I have gained experiences in their Engineering & Construction and Transportation Services Division. I am also a registered member of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) since I am working towards achieving my Professional Engineers Licence
Name: Paras Arora
Program: Project Management and Supply Chain Management Certificates (2018)
Occupation: Execution Analyst at Supply Chain of Canadian Tire Corporation
About me: I can be contacted regarding any queries about Project Management or Supply Chain Management, I would love to help international students about any question they have for me as I have been there and understand the situation very well. Being at Humber I enjoyed my time making new friends and working for Student Life whether its Orientation Team or FYE. Best memory I have is when I planned Diwali and it was a huge turn around of people that day making it very successful.
Name: Sheena Thomas
Program: Paralegal Education (2018)
Occupation: Administrative Assistant in the Ring of Fire Secretariat, Ring of Fire Strategic Policy Coordination Branch, Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines
About me: I graduated from the Paralegal Education program in April 2018. I am currently employed as A/Administrative Assistant in the Ring of Fire Secretariat, Ring of Fire Strategic Policy Coordination Branch, Ministry of Energy, Northern Development and Mines. I previously worked with the Ministry of Labour in the Pay Equity Commission as a Program Assistant from May 2018 - July 2019. I wrote my P1 licensing exam in July 2019 (results to be released by October 2019). I continue mentoring in the community for the Yonge Street Mission and I am Chair of the Parent Council at Ecole Melody Village Public School.
Name: Nicole White
Program: Law Clerk Diploma
Occupations: Law Clerk in the Creditor's Rights Department at Kronis Rotsztain Margles Cappel LLP
About me: I came to Canada as an International Student and Humber was the choice for me. Since coming to Humber I have established valuable relationships and have learned a lot to equip me with what I need to successfully contribute to society. I look forward to sharing my knowledge and helping other students who may also be international and those locally who may need to reach out regarding course-related content or just advice on-campus resources and maximizing their offerings.