HUMBER COLLEGE COMMUNITY UPDATE
THE GARDENS
We’re welcoming the sunshine of May at Humber Lakeshore and some positive news. The COVID-19 vaccination rollout has inspired everyone to become a little more hopeful for a summer spent closer to the community. The evolving pandemic has made it challenging to plan for the future, but Humber College is committed to moving forward. As our students navigate the maze of the future, Humber College is building a strong foundation to provide the best possible learning environment and training ground. That work includes providing a safe space to learn, both online and on campus. Amidst the backdrop of the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd and the recent killing of Daunte Wright, we find ourselves once again condemning acts of violence and anti-Black racism. The important work of dismantling systemic racism is a part of our commitment towards building a diverse and inclusive community here at Humber College, and I encourage you to learn more about the work we are doing through our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Taskforce. Humber’s strategic plan puts emphasis on building a diverse and inclusive community for staff and students. The EDI Taskforce works alongside the Centre for Human Rights, Equity & Inclusion and includes staff, faculty, administration, and students.
are based on some assumptions about the ongoing vaccine rollout and future public health directives. We will adapt our plan as necessary as protocols change. Before that, though, we’re diving into spring. This year, it is exciting to announce that funding was received from the City of Toronto, Live Green, Waste Management department. The funding will expand the GARDENS education program with our community partner, LAMP CHC leading workshops potentially in-person (based on restrictions) and virtually on how to divert food waste. The year-long program will emphasize saving money, changing behaviour, and rethinking waste. Praise for Humber’s screen stars Many programs from our Faculty of Media & Creative Arts call the Lakeshore campus home, including Music, Comedy and Film Media Production. You can find our graduates performing in legendary Toronto venues, on the evening news, or in the closing credits of
Looking Ahead The Lakeshore campus is still closed to the public, but I am pleased to be able to share some positive news and developments. We are planning for in-person components for most of our programs this fall. These plans
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