We’re thrilled to recognize the winners of our Staff Appreciation Awards. With 71 nominations, these honorees represent the best of our commitment to engagement, collaboration, and innovation across Student Success & Engagement. Click here to learn more about the SSE Staff Appreciation Awards

SSE Community Champion Award

Corinne Johnston

Recognized for her leadership on student success initiatives, including support for Humber’s Required to Withdraw policy and enhanced advising strategies.

SSE Innovation Catalyst Award

Dannielle Scipio & Khushboo Singh

Redesigned ALS workflows with accessible tech, empowering students to manage their learning needs more effectively.

Hawks Nation/Game Day Team

Matvii Bezuhlyi, Dipo Olofin, Duaine Bowles, Hilary Redrup increased varsity game attendance by 30% and raised $17K through inclusive theme nights.

SSE Culture of Belonging Award

Career Conversations Planning Committee

Natasha Curtis, Michelle Marfo, Nafeeza Kadir, Jonathan Fuentes, Anna Rekhviashvili created a space for equity-deserving students to discuss authenticity and professionalism.

Nathania Bron

Advanced accessibility in athletics by introducing adaptive equipment and creating staff training on inclusivity.

SSE Synergy/Collaboration Award

Tannaz Barati

Created the Sip and Chill Mobile Resources Cart, connecting 1,600+ students with campus services and events.

CARE Rounds Team

Kendra-Lee Dupuis, Burhan Naveed, Bianca Scotland, Jeffrey Nolan, Monica Varey, Leslie Furlonge, Gabby Yepez fostered student care across departments.

Student Life Team

Mitch Mercado, Michelle Cho, Sadiya Chowdhury, Aynur Rabbani, Victoria Jones, Naomi Fernandes, Katelin Hamilton, Samantha Maquera, Lucy Luc reimagined orientation with Ready Set Humber.

Team Player Award

Rick Bot

Supports Athletics & Recreation operations, handles front desk issues, de-escalates conflicts, and is always present for events.

Poorna Gubbala

Known for compassion and collaboration, he supports his team with equity-focused mentorship and resource sharing.

Keith Manalo

Redesigned ALS processes for deaf and hard-of-hearing students and lifts others through calm, dependable leadership.

SSE Unparalleled Student Experience Award

Mallory Lawton

Travels with varsity teams, runs study halls, invigilates exams on the road, and ensures students succeed academically and athletically.