News
CYC Course On Disability Justice
Program Highlights
Mon, March 07, 2022
The Bachelors Program in Child and Youth Care offered an innovative course in Disability and Child and Youth Care for the first time in Fall 2021.
Forensic Identification Labs on Campus
Program Highlights
Mon, March 07, 2022
Students in the Forensic Identification (FI) Post Graduate program have been participating in some exciting labs on campus this semester.
CE Courses for Staff
Program Highlights
Mon, March 07, 2022
As part of Humber’s Professional Development policy, staff can take advantage of a variety of funded courses, at a reduced tuition cost of only $20.
Orangeville Archives Launched
Program Highlights
Mon, March 07, 2022
After 15 years, Humber’s Orangeville campus closed its doors in Summer 2021, but memories from it will live on.
Welcome to the WIL Centre
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Mon, March 07, 2022
Do you want to know more about Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) at Humber? Humber has a new Work-Integrated Learning website!
Spotlight on Community Partners - Bachelor of Behavioural Science
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Mon, March 07, 2022
Bachelor of Behavioural Science community partners continue to engage Humber students through virtual and on-site Work-Integrated Learning experiences
Securing Field Experience Process
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Mon, March 07, 2022
The WIL Centre aims to provide students with the resources and tools they need to feel prepared beginning their Field Experience.
CCID Conference
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Mon, March 07, 2022
From March 4 to March 7, Community Colleges for International Development (CCID) held its 46th annual conference in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Humber Global Summer School
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Mon, March 07, 2022
Humber’s Global Summer School (GSS) is happening again this summer – with plans of hosting the program in person!
KGU Virtual Study Exchanges
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Mon, March 07, 2022
This Winter semester, KGU once again offered Humber students an opportunity to take a class remotely there as a virtual exchange student.
Social Innovation Survey
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Mon, March 07, 2022
Humber’s FSCS launched a Social Innovation Survey to support the development of the CSI, which will be housed at the Lakeshore campus.
Humber Takes Second Spot in Canadian Research Ranking
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Mon, March 07, 2022
Humber College is the second top research college in the country, according to rankings released by Research InfoSource Inc.
Soheila Pashang on Teaching Diversity
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Mon, March 07, 2022
Dr. Soheila Pashang, faculty in the Social and & Community Services (FSCS), has taught and researched the topic of social justice for many years.
Arun Dhanota co-publishes textbook on Ethics in Criminal Justice
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Mon, March 07, 2022
PFP Program Coordinator, Arun Dhanota, co-authored the Fifth edition of the textbook Ethics in Criminal Justice and Public Safety.
Alumni Stories - Olivia Buffo
Advancement and Alumni
Mon, March 07, 2022
The skills and techniques that I learned in the FI program are extremely important to my success in my role as a Scenes of Crime Specialist.
Alumni Stories - Rageni Reddy
Advancement and Alumni
Mon, March 07, 2022
I’ve always wanted to work in forensics and was blown away with the amount of hands-on experience we were given by industry professionals.
Alumni Stories - Ksenia Bilas
Advancement and Alumni
Mon, March 07, 2022
After graduating from U of T, having taken forensic classes during my BSc, I wanted to learn more, and Humber’s FI program felt like a perfect fit.
Humber Wellness Skating Days
Principal’s Office
Mon, March 07, 2022
Over the past month, we were excited to announce the launch of our Humber Wellness Skating Days!
Humber Lakeshore – Stepping into Spring Challenge
Principal’s Office
Mon, March 07, 2022
Join us in the Stepping into Spring 14-day Reading Week Challenge!
Humber Students over the Holiday Break
Principal’s Office
Mon, March 07, 2022
As part of a Welcome Back Giveaway initiative, students were asked to share photos of what they did during Winter break.
Uncover Hidden Histories in the Interpretive Centre’s New Online Exhibition
Principal’s Office
Mon, March 07, 2022
The Lakeshore campus has a long history of mental health care on the picturesque grounds and amongst the iconic red-brick cottages.
Sustainability at WEL
Principal’s Office
Mon, March 07, 2022
Starting March 8, individual staff and students will be responsible for emptying their recycling and throwing their garbage away at these stations.
CJS Innovate-a- Thon
Program Highlights
Tue, December 21, 2021
During the weekend of October 22-24, students from Humber and Seneca Colleges collaborated in the Student Innovate-a-Thon Weekend...
5th Alexandre Boucher Lecture
Program Highlights
Tue, December 21, 2021
Juan Bendaña, speaker, author, and DJ, spoke at the 5th Annual Alexandre Boucher Memorial Lecture, which was held virtually on November 4, 2021.
Stress Management and Burnout Talk During Reading Week
Program Highlights
Tue, December 21, 2021
On October 27th the FSCS held a professional development talk for staff, focusing on burnout and stress management.
CYC Student Sarah Simpson Named Civic Action Diverse City Fellow
Program Highlights
Tue, December 21, 2021
Bachelor of Child and Youth Care (B-CYC) student Sarah Simpson was selected as a Civic Action DiverseCity Fellow for her leadership.
DSW: We Inspire Week
Program Highlights
Tue, December 21, 2021
Fall 2021 has been a busy semester for the Developmental Services Worker (DSW) program!
BBS Graduates are Guests at a Research Event for Current Students
Program Highlights
Tue, December 21, 2021
In late September, Bachelor of Behavioural Science faculty Dr. Tami Rankin, organized an inaugural research event for BBS grads and 4th year students.
Welcome to the WIL Centre
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Tue, December 21, 2021
It’s been both an exciting time of re-building partnerships impacted by COVID-19, and a challenging time to find ways for students and partners.
Spotlight on Community Partners - Agencies Focused on Child & Youth Care
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Tue, December 21, 2021
Our community partners have been exceptional as we continuously navigate to changing COVID-19 circumstances.
WIL Centre Highlight - FSCS Career Mentorship Program
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Tue, December 21, 2021
The FSCS Career Mentorship Program is turning 2!
International Education Week 2021
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Tue, December 21, 2021
For the second year in a row, International Education Week (IEW) was held virtually from November 15-28, 2021.
Global Speaker Webinar Series
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Tue, December 21, 2021
On November 24, 2021, the FSCS hosted a Global Speaker Webinar (GSW) event in partnership with our academic partner, Saxion University.
Global Skills Opportunity Grant
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Tue, December 21, 2021
Humber has won two contracts under the GSO fund, which provides bursaries for low-income Canadian students.
Social Innovation Consultation: Defining Social Innovation at Humber
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Tue, December 21, 2021
Faculty of Social and Community Services has launched a Social Innovation Survey to support the development of Humber’s Centre of Social Innovation.
Wolfgang Vachon’s Audio Drama on Child and Youth Care
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Tue, December 21, 2021
Child and Youth Care instructor, Wolfgang Vachon, with help from Shaheen Ariefdien, created a research-based fiction podcast as part of his PhD.
Knowledge Sharing on the Legalization of Cannabis in Canada
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Tue, December 21, 2021
Humber’s Harm Reduction Partnership Working group hosted a discussion event for faculty and staff to learn about cannabis legalization in Canada.
Kerry Watkins on Investigative Interviewing
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Tue, December 21, 2021
Due Process – The Interviews, is a podcast that examines Canada’s Criminal Justice System.
Steve Ursel Researches the Prevalence of Countermeasures during Law Enforcement Pre-Employment Polygraph Exams
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Tue, December 21, 2021
Steve Ursel is conducting a study with Dr. Craig Rivera of Niagara University, on law-enforcement pre-employment polygraph testing.
Daniel Schwartz Co-Authored book on Crime & Intelligence Analysis
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Tue, December 21, 2021
Daniel Schwartz, PSI program faculty and Program Coordinator, has co-authored the book Crime and Intelligence Analysis in Canada.
eCampusOntario Releases Second Round of Virtual Learning Strategy Funding
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Tue, December 21, 2021
On November 4, 2021 eCampusOntario released its call for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for the Second Round of funding in support VLS.
Alumni Spotlight - Tasmine Fraser
Advancement and Alumni
Tue, December 21, 2021
Tasmine joined Humber’s Social Services Worker (SSW) program after realizing she had a passion for helping others find strength and resilience.
Alumni Spotlight - JD Marchand
Advancement and Alumni
Tue, December 21, 2021
JD Marchand, Class of ‘96 at Humber’s then Law and Security Administration program, was CBSA’s first Aboriginal Liaison Officer.
Cobourg Police Services Board Selects DRPS Insp. Jeffrey Haskins as New Deputy Chief
Advancement and Alumni
Tue, December 21, 2021
FSCS Police Foundations Program (PFP) graduate, Jeffrey Haskins, was recently appointed as Cobourg Police Deputy Chief.
Humber Alumni Baldev Mutta 2021 Premier’s Award Winner
Advancement and Alumni
Tue, December 21, 2021
Baldev Mutta, CEO/founder of Punjabi Community Health Services is a recipient of this year’s Premier’s Award under the category of Community Services.
Lakeshore Principal’s Office Launches Initiative in Support of #16days Campaign
Principal’s Office
Tue, December 21, 2021
On December 6th, the Office of the Principal, Lakeshore Campus launched an ongoing initiative to collect unopened toiletries to donate to shelters.
Humber College says Goodbye to Kavelle Maharaj
Principal’s Office
Tue, December 21, 2021
It is with mixed feelings that we share that Kavelle Maharaj, Events Coordinator and Community Liaison has accepted a new position at Sheridan College
New President Search Underway
Principal’s Office
Tue, December 21, 2021
Humber President and CEO Chris Whitaker has decided to retire upon the completion of his second term at the end of June 2022.
FSCS Staff & Faculty Book Club
Principal’s Office
Tue, December 21, 2021
After the success of last year’s FSCS staff & faculty book club, another round of book club meetings were held this semester.
Mindful Mondays, Wellness Wednesdays
Principal’s Office
Tue, December 21, 2021
Finding time and opportunities to focus on our own personal wellness, while important, is a challenge for many.
Humber Wellness Talks: Museums, Movement & Medicine?
Principal’s Office
Tue, December 21, 2021
Monthly Humber Wellness Talks were also held throughout the Fall 2021 semester, open to staff, faculty, students and community members.
Virtual Holiday Celebrations
Principal’s Office
Tue, December 21, 2021
This year, Humber’s Annual Employee Holiday Party, in collaboration with the Lakeshore Principal’s Office and HROE, was once again virtual.
Introducing June MacDonald-Jenkins as the new Senior Dean (FSCS) and Principal (Lakeshore Campus)
Program Highlights
Thu, November 04, 2021
We are pleased to announce June MacDonald-Jenkins as the new Senior Dean of the Faculty of Social and Community Services and the Principal of the Lakeshore Campus.
2021 FSCS President's Awards Winners
Program Highlights
Thu, November 04, 2021
This year three folks from within our faculty were recipients of the 2021 President’s Awards.
Julie Young Appointed as Public Director of Women's Shelters Canada Board
Program Highlights
Thu, November 04, 2021
Dr. Julie Young, faculty member in the Criminal Justice program in FSCS, has been appointed to the Board of Women’s Shelters Canada (WSC).
Community Development Capstone Website Launch
Program Highlights
Thu, November 04, 2021
The Bachelor of Community Development program at Humber had its first graduating class in Summer 2021!
FSCS Virtual Orientation
Program Highlights
Thu, November 04, 2021
On September 2nd, Faculty of Social & Community Services (FSCS) kicked off the 2021-2022 school year by welcoming over 1,200 first semester students, at our Virtual Orientation.
Upcoming CJS Mock Interviews
Program Highlights
Thu, November 04, 2021
Fourth semester students in the Community and Justice Services (CJS) program are invited to participate in mock interviews with community partners...
Forensic Identification Lab
Program Highlights
Thu, November 04, 2021
Forensic evidence plays a crucial role in the investigative and court process.
Welcome to the WIL Centre
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Thu, November 04, 2021
The start of the Fall term has brought a fresh wave of excitement as some activities have shifted back to on-campus.
CYC Virtual Hangout
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Thu, November 04, 2021
This past summer our Child & Youth Care (CYC) Diploma students engaged in the CYC Virtual Hangout.
Career Connect!
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Thu, November 04, 2021
The Faculty of Social and Community Services is excited to now be part of Humber’s job portal website, Career Connect!
Space Inventory Project
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Thu, November 04, 2021
The purpose of the Space Inventory Project was to help agencies provide programming and resources to those in Central Etobicoke with unrepresented access to social services.
Transformational Leadership & Advocacy Global Summer School Course
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Thu, November 04, 2021
This Summer 2021, Humber’s Global Summer School (GSS) went virtual!
Humber FSCS Fall COILs
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Thu, November 04, 2021
The FSCS recently completed two COIL initiatives with two academic partners in Denmark - UCL University College (UCL), and University College Absalon (Absalon).
Black Girls and Dolls Navigating Race, Class, and Gender in Toronto
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Thu, November 04, 2021
The article explores the racial and cultural meanings of dolls in young people’s everyday lives and how doll play is complicated by racist and classist representations of racial and gendered norms...
Ongoing Research in the FSCS: Student Research Projects
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Thu, November 04, 2021
Student Research Projects
Ongoing Research in the FSCS: CCSIF-Funded Research
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Thu, November 04, 2021
CCSIF-Funded Research
Canadian Security Announces 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
Advancement and Alumni
Thu, November 04, 2021
Congratulations to Rita Estwick for receiving the 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award from Canadian Security.
Struggle Back Scholarship for PFP Program
Advancement and Alumni
Thu, November 04, 2021
The FSCS partners with Emond Publications, providing access to a video (“The Struggle Back”) to instructors who use the Emond Publications text Mental Health Awareness for First Responders.
Alumni Stories - Valentina Posada-Orozco
Advancement and Alumni
Thu, November 04, 2021
Valentina joined Humber’s Community and Justice Services (CJS) program in 2014. After graduating, she went on to complete a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice.
Alumni Stories - Anthony Nguyen
Advancement and Alumni
Thu, November 04, 2021
Anthony is a proud graduate of the Bachelor of Child and Youth Care (B-CYC) program, which he joined in 2013.
Growing Season may be Over but the GARDENS Project Continues Growing
Principal’s Office
Thu, November 04, 2021
Looking back at the 2021 growing season, there is a lot to be grateful for.
Creation of the GARDENS Virtual Learning Library
Principal’s Office
Thu, November 04, 2021
Three Work Study students worked alongside Kavelle Mahara, to produce short educational videos on YouTube...
Community Consultation
Principal’s Office
Thu, November 04, 2021
The GARDENS set out to learn how the community it works to serve experience its services, to ensure it responds to the needs of residents.
A Mentally Healthy Humber College
Principal’s Office
Thu, November 04, 2021
Humber Wellness Talks hosted mental health advocate, Mark Henick virtually in September.
KGU Virtual Exchange - Fall Semester
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Thu, November 04, 2021
As studying remotely became the norm in 2020, studying abroad also adapted to the new virtual reality...
Interpretive Centre Updates
Principal’s Office
Thu, November 04, 2021
In the lead-up to the Interpretive Centre’s 5th anniversary in January 2022, the team has been reflecting on how far we’ve come!
Humber Wellness Talks – Open to the public
Principal’s Office
Thu, November 04, 2021
The Humber Wellness Talk Series is a monthly, virtual, live event, during which external speakers address topics around health and wellness...
Principal's Office Fall 2021 Events
Principal’s Office
Thu, November 04, 2021
Save the Dates on the Principal's Office Virtual Events Line-Up!
Mindfulness Mondays
Principal’s Office
Thu, November 04, 2021
The Mindfulness Monday’s series is back in an effort to continue to promote health and wellness activities.
Wellness Wednesdays - For Humber Staff
Principal’s Office
Thu, November 04, 2021
The Wellness Wednesday Series is aimed at promoting virtual safe spaces for Humber staff...
Derek Stockley to be the new Associate Vice President, Academic
Program Highlights
Thu, June 24, 2021
We are pleased to announce that Derek Stockley will assume the role of the Associate Vice-President, Academic on July 5, 2021.
Bachelor of Community Development has its First Graduating Class
Program Highlights
Thu, June 24, 2021
Humber’s Bachelor of Community Development (BCD) started in 2017, with a small but enthusiastic group of students wanting to make a difference in their communities.
Continuous Professional Learning Updates
Program Highlights
Thu, June 24, 2021
Two new Continuous Professional Learning updates talking about the new crisis intervention and trauma supports certificate and two new micro credentials
Introducing the Humber Behavioural Science Association
Program Highlights
Thu, June 24, 2021
The Bachelor of Behavioural Science (BBS) has a new club! Thurisha Anthony, a second-year student in BBS, has initiated the Humber Behavioural Science Association.
Progress Towards the Regulation of the Profession of Behaviour Analysis in Ontario
Program Highlights
Thu, June 24, 2021
The proposed legislation, Psychology and Applied Behaviour Analysis Act, 2021, if passed, would repeal and replace the Psychology Act, 1991..
Work-Integrated Learning CYC Virtual Hangout
Program Highlights
Thu, June 24, 2021
This summer, the Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Project Library has been adapted for Child and Youth Care (CYC) Diploma Students..
Inaugural World Behaviour Analysis Day
Program Highlights
Thu, June 24, 2021
The inaugural “World Behavior Analysis Day” was proclaimed and celebrated on March 20, 2021..
COIL Project Updates
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Thu, June 24, 2021
Off the back of these successful collaborations last semester, FSCS is happy to be working on more COIL initiatives.
Humber’s CYC COIL Project on Tour!
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Thu, June 24, 2021
This past winter semester, the Child and Youth Care Diploma program engaged in a COIL Project with Parul University, in India.
KGU Virtual Exchange
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Thu, June 24, 2021
During these unprecedented times, non-essential travel has been mostly put on hold across countries and industries.
Summer Virtual Exchanges
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Thu, June 24, 2021
In Summer 2021, with travel restrictions still in place, virtual study exchange opportunities continue to be offered to Humber students.
CCSIF Research Updates
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Thu, June 24, 2021
College and Community Social Innovation Fund research updates on two projects.
PSI Professor, Kerry Watkins, co-authors article on Pathways Forward in Suspect Interviews
Applied Research and Social Innovation
Thu, June 24, 2021
Kerry Watkins, Professor in the PSI Program at FSCS, co-authored an article in the International Investigative Interviewing Research Group Journal.
Alumni Stories - Chris Bianchi, PFP
Advancement and Alumni
Thu, June 24, 2021
"When I first started my Police Foundations Program (PFP) at Humber in 2016, I didn’t realize how much it would impact my life."
Dr. Dan Andreae Scholarship Celebration
Advancement and Alumni
Thu, June 24, 2021
On May 12th we were honoured to host the Dr. Dan Andreae Scholarship Celebration.
Emergency Bursary & Scholarship Updates
Advancement and Alumni
Thu, June 24, 2021
We are incredibly pleased to announce that in the 2020-2021 academic year, the FSCS has awarded $10,000 in emergency bursaries to 40 students.
Growing again in 2021... Re-envisioning the GARDENS Pod Project
Principal’s Office
Thu, June 24, 2021
The GARDENS Lakeshore is a community project that addresses food insecurity in South Etobicoke.
Interpretive Centre – The Aesthetics of Mental Health
Principal’s Office
Thu, June 24, 2021
Humber’s Interpretive Centre featured a new and exciting exhibit this Spring, called The Aesthetics of Mental Health.
Humber Alumni Spotlight: David Morales
Advancement and Alumni
Wed, March 17, 2021
The combination of my lived experiences and educational background has served as a catalyst to becoming a social justice advocate.
Spotlight on Community Partners: Agencies Focused on Community Justice
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Wed, March 17, 2021
The WIL Centre is excited to highlight a few justice-focused organizations in this edition.
CJS Virtual Mock Interviews
Work-Integrated Learning & Community Partners
Fri, December 11, 2020
The Community and Justice Services (CJS) program held their first CJS Virtual Mock Interviews. Partner agencies volunteered their time by conducting two group interviews with 4th-semester students.
CE Alumni: Chris Taylor
Advancement and Alumni
Thu, December 10, 2020
Chris Taylor is a Humber Alumni of the Continuing Education Bylaw Enforcement course in Fall 2018. Since then, he has worked as a Provincial Offences Officer at the Ontario SPCA.
Recently, Chris has been hired as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer in the Town of Orangeville and he credits the course material from his CE class, which he studied to prepare for his interview, with helping him to succeed and land the job! Wishing Chris, the very best of luck in his new career.
Alumni Stories: Police Foundations Program
Advancement and Alumni
Thu, December 10, 2020
Read about the successes of Police Foundations program (PFP) alumni Wadood Alam and PC Cory Courtney.
Spotlight on Global Engagement: UTECH and Saxion University
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Thu, December 10, 2020
Students and faculty in the Bachelor of Behavioural Science program had the opportunity to engage with peers and colleagues through a presentation hosted by global academic partner Saxion University.
Set Up For Success: My Experience in the DSW Program
Advancement and Alumni
Thu, December 10, 2020
As a proud graduate of the Developmental Service Worker (DSW) program in 2019, I have had many opportunities knocking at my door.
DSW: We Inspire Week
Program Highlights
Thu, December 10, 2020
We are proud to announce that the Faculty Social and Community Services’ Developmental Service Worker Program has once again recognized the WE Inspire Week for the DSW profession across the province.
Project First Nations
Program Highlights
Thu, December 10, 2020
Lucas Bras, a Police Foundations student, began his involvement in ‘Project 5’, otherwise known as Project First Nations, 6 years ago, as a high school soccer player.
Mental Health: From Classroom to Career
Program Highlights
Thu, December 10, 2020
Faculty member and DSW Program Coordinator, Andrea Rutherford, spoke to Humber Today to express her thoughts and lessons learned when she shifted from student to educator.
University of Technology, Jamaica
Global Learning & International Initiatives
Wed, December 09, 2020
Developmental Services Worker (DSW) Program Coordinator Andrea Rutherford, and DSW instructor Loris Bennett, were invited to virtually present to students at The University of Technology, in Jamaica.
SIM Lab Updates
Program Highlights
Mon, December 07, 2020
Since the start of the lockdown in March, the Sim Lab team has been away from their usual technology and have had to adapt their existing simulation content for online delivery.
Forensic Identification - On Campus Work & Learning
Program Highlights
Mon, December 07, 2020
The Humber College Forensic Identification (FI) program is designed for students who are interested in becoming frontline forensic investigators.
Lilly’s Story
Program Highlights
Mon, December 07, 2020
For Mental Health Awareness Month Campaign, the Police Foundations Program hosted Lilly's Story - a documentary film about a young woman who spoke about her battle with addiction and mental illness.
Tonia Richards Receives President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching
Program Highlights
Wed, October 28, 2020
Congratulations to Professor Tonia Richards for receiving the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Community Development Students Fight Covid-19 Isolation using Community Worker Skills
Program Highlights
Mon, October 05, 2020
Victoria Bent, Dana Kinsley, and Jean Luc Blanchard are three Community Development Degree students applying theory to practice in their own lives.
Protection, Security and Investigations Professor and Students Highlighted in Maclean’s Magazine
Program Highlights
Mon, October 05, 2020
PSI Professor Francis Syms invited his students to join an international coalition of cybersecurity professionals in response to COVID-related issues.
Developmental Services Worker, Mitchell Gosse, Profiled in Humber Unlimited E-News
Advancement and Alumni
Mon, October 05, 2020
A recent graduate (DSW ’20) of the Developmental Services Program, Mitchell Gosse, shares his experience as a DSW student at Humber College.
In the article, published in Humber’s Unlimited E-News, Mitchell discusses the impact of receiving a Humber scholarship, family, future aspirations, and the ability to uplift others through his work. Click here to read the full article.
Police Foundations Program Graduate named new School, Community Engagement and Safety Police Officer in Municipality of Grey Highlands, Grey County
Advancement and Alumni
Mon, October 05, 2020
Police Foundations Graduate, Nicholas Wilson was recently welcomed to the Grey Bruce Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police
as the new School, Community Engagement, and Safety Police Officer in the Municipality of Grey Highlands, Grey County.
The announcement was recently featured in Collingwood Today. Click here to read to the full article.
For more information on FSCS Alumni and Advancement Initiatives, please contact Manager, International & Strategic Initiatives, Stephanie Byer.
*Provincial Constable Nicholas Wilson. Photo provided by the Ontario Provincial Police.
Michael Gamble Receives President’s Award for Distinguished Faculty
Program Highlights
Mon, September 28, 2020
Congratulations to Michael Gamble who recently received a President’s Award for Distinguished Faculty.
FSCS Students Graduate from Toronto Police Service Auxiliary Program
Wed, February 05, 2020
Students Teaghan Mittal-Mercer and Rina Peshwa both successfully graduated as the newest members of the Toronto Police Auxiliary.
Forensic Identification Students Complete Crime Scene Assignment
Wed, February 05, 2020
Forensic Identification students completed their Fall 2019 semester with a crime scene assignment in Humber’s forensic simulation studio.
Forensic Identification Program Guest Speakers Discuss Bruce McArthur Investigation
Wed, February 05, 2020
The Forensic Identification program had the privilege of inviting guest speakers from the Toronto Police to discuss the Bruce McArthur investigation.
Community Development Students Organize the BLAC Project
Tue, February 04, 2020
Community Development students took a lead in planning and implementing the BLAC Project, a Spoken Word Poetry Club offered out of the BASE.
ADMH Students Create Mental Health Wellness Initiative
Tue, February 04, 2020
ADMH students established the Addictions and Mental Health Student Wellness Initiative in order to promote well-being across the campus.
Community and Justice Services Professor Nominated for the League of Innovations Excellence Award
Mon, February 03, 2020
Congratulations to Community and Justice Services Professor Lynn Bachinski, who was recently nominated for the League of Innovations Excellence Award.
CYC Professor Nominated for Governor General’s Innovation Award
Mon, February 03, 2020
Congratulations to Child and Youth Care Professor, Dr. Jaspreet Bal, for her recent Governor General’s Innovation Award nomination.
PSI Professor Publishes Article in Blue Line Magazine
Thu, October 31, 2019
PSI Professor, Kerry Watkins, published an article in Blue Line Magazine on dealing effectively with suspect ultimatums during police questions.
CYC Faculty and Students Travel to South Africa
Thu, October 31, 2019
Professor, Dr. Bal, and students Zanubia and Sherene presented research at the National Association of Child Care Workers conference in South Africa.
ADMH Students Host Art Therapy Workshop
Fri, October 18, 2019
Students from the Addictions and Mental Health program participated in Mind Map, organized by the Canadian mental health charity Jack.Org.
Sim Lab Team Develops Tech to Support Experiential Learning
Fri, October 11, 2019
The Sim Lab team along with faculty member John Kosmopoulos developed interactive simulation videos to help prepare students for their placement work.
FSCS Welcomes Students and Faculty From the Nanjing Forest Police College
Tue, October 01, 2019
In September, the Faculty of Social and Community Services welcomed its third group of students from the Nanjing Forest Police College in China.
Criminal Justice Professor Gets Published in the Toronto Star
Tue, October 01, 2019
Criminal Justice Professor, Dr. Daniel Bear, has recently published an opinion editorial piece in the Toronto Star.
Daniel also recently presented his research at the Regulating Cannabis Edibles conference in Toronto. He is a drug policy expert, with more than 15 years of experience conducting research on a variety of policy issues.
Students Discuss Research at the Canadian Mental Health Association Conference
Tue, October 01, 2019
Addictions and Mental Health students presented their research at the Canadian Mental Health Association's National Conference.
Students Kendra Baker, Nicole Renwick, Laura Hamer, Nellie Klump and Halyna Vinnichenko displayed a poster of their research at the conference in Toronto on September 24th. Combining trauma-informed skills with capacity building techniques and knowledge exchange tools, they developed a mental health promotion model that addressed deteriorating working and living conditions in Ontario correctional facilities.
Behavioural Science Students Embark on a New Research Project
Tue, October 01, 2019
The Bachelor of Behavioural Science program and Community Living Central York began a new research project this summer.
Criminal Justice Professor Presents at the Neighbourhood Community Officer Media Launch
Fri, September 13, 2019
Dr. Doug Thomson presented an update on Humber’s continuing evaluation of the Enhanced Neighborhood Officer Policing Program.
22 Division Toronto Police Service Rover Crew Investiture
Wed, June 19, 2019
43 new members were invested into the 22 Division Toronto Police Service Rover Crew at a ceremony at the Toronto Police College.
Members are all Police Foundation students in Humber College’s Faculty of Social & Community Services. The 22nd Division Toronto Police Service Rover Crew is a Scouts Canada group consisting of students from Humber’s Faculty of Social & Community Services that volunteers with the Toronto Police Service. In addition to working alongside the TPS, the Rovers are active in the community, providing opportunities for leadership and volunteering. Some of the initiatives the group participates in include the 55 Division community barbecue, the Etobicoke Park Clean Up, Mothers Against Drunk Driving Red Ribbon campaign and the Humber RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) check. The investiture was featured as a Toronto Police Services news story in February. The full article can be found here.
TPS Neighbourhood Officer Evaluation
Wed, June 19, 2019
The Faculty of Social and Community Services is partnered with the Toronto Police Services to offer feedback and insights.
Focus groups were held in January 2019 to gather feedback from current Neighbourhood Officers as to what is working and what needs improvements within the Enhanced Model of the NOP (which was launched in Oct 2018). The Associate Dean, Dr. Joanna Amirault, faculty members Dr. Alyssa Ferns and Dr. Doug Thomson, and Program Coordinator – Forensic Identification, Michael Gamble, led focus groups with officers and presented their data collection plans to the divisions that are supported by the Community Partnership Engagement Unit. Currently, two Humber student Research Assistants, Trisha Harber and Dominika Kubica, are working with two Humber BSS Criminal Justice alumni, Jeremi Berg and Crystial Stone, and Research Coordinator, Tanvir Kaukab, to collect data in the enhanced model neighbourhoods – 11, 22, 41, 42. Data collection started in May 2019 and will continue into the Fall 2019 across these communities to ask questions about community knowledge of the NOP and trust in their neighbourhood officers at reducing crime, as well as the fear of crime in these micro-neighbourhoods.
Society of Police and Criminal Psychology Conference
Tue, June 18, 2019
FSCS Faculty for the Criminal Justice Degree Program, Dr. Alyssa Ferns, will present at the Society of Police and Criminal Psychology conference.
She will present on the Toronto Police Services Neighbourhood Officer initiatives to a multi-disciplinary group with the theme of “Working and Engaging in a Diverse World.” Building upon a program evaluation that was conducted on the Neighbourhood Officer Program by Humber ITAL from 2014 onwards, a specific exploration of the strengths and challenges within one micro-neighbourhood was explored. A total of 154 surveys were completed showing various strengths (i.e., public library access, friendly neighbours, and community centres for youth) and also some challenges (i.e., gun violence, unemployment and gang activity). The overall results showed that the community had a positive outlook on the Neighbourhood Policing Program. This will be presented to an audience of current law enforcement, applied researchers, policy makers, and academics.
Artful Education
Tue, June 18, 2019
Students from the Community Development Degree program hosted a learning event in Humber's L-Space Gallery for Community Justice students.
Working closely with the gallery's curator, Danica Evering, and faculty members, Dr. Soheila Pashang and Linda Hill, CD students created interactive activities that supported CJ students in exploring issues of race, culture and migration. The partnership offered leadership and project management opportunities for CD students and experiential learning for CJ students through social justice art.
Partnership Building in China
Tue, June 18, 2019
A Humber FSCS delegation visited China in March 2019 to strengthen relations with its partner institute, Nanjing Forest Police College.
As a key outcome of this visit, the FSCS developed a Summer Police Program specifically for NFPC which will host 18 students from Nanjing as part of Humber’s innovative Global Summer School program. The FSCS is also looking forward to welcoming the third cohort of students from Nanjing who will be studying at Humber College in the FSCS Forensic Identification Graduate Certificate Program in Fall 2019. Accompanying the newest cohort will be two visiting faculty members who will be working closely with FSCS faculty in the Criminal Justice cluster for the 2019-20 academic year.
Community Development Degree Students Take the Plunge
Tue, June 18, 2019
On a cold, blustery day in February, Community Development Degree students jumped into Lake Ontario to raise funds for the Special Olympics.
Students helped to plan the Polar Plunge alongside Constable Ryan Park from the Toronto Police Services. This partnership enabled students to apply community engagement skills in building numbers and excitement around the event. Just over $33,000 was raised!
FSCS Students Attend the Police Officer of the Year Event
Tue, June 18, 2019
On May 7, 2019 student research assistants had the opportunity to meet Chief Marc Saunders at the Police Officer of the Year Event.
These student research assistants - who are in the Community Development and Criminal Justice degree programs - have been working on the TPS Neighbourhood Officer Evaluation.
Orangeville Students Get Involved!
Tue, June 18, 2019
Orangeville Social Service Worker students attended the opening ceremony of the Black History Month 2019 at the Humber College North campus.
This was an amazing opportunity for many local students who don’t often have opportunities to attend the North and Lakeshore Campuses and access different resources.
By the end of the day the students were buzzing with excitement from their newly learned information from the exhibits, speakers and the lunch and learn session.
BSS Criminal Justice Students Develop Non-Profit Agency
Mon, June 17, 2019
This past academic year, a group of Faculty of Social and Community Services students began to develop a potential non-profit agency.
The Cycle Ends Now was initiated as a school project by four students in the Bachelor of Social Science - Criminal Justice program: Meshanda Phillips, Anna-Lori Stennett-Thomas, Nadel Dolcy and Tonya Lyttle. Cycle Ends Now, a soon to be registered non- profit organization has a vision to end intimate partner violence against all women and children of different cultural, and religious background by providing shelter, counseling and life-skills based programs. In May 2019, the first C.E.N give back event was initiated. Cycle Ends Now partnered with Anduhyaun Women Shelter, by donating various grocery items. The founder of C.E.N also made grocery and two gift card donations to a client of The Gatehouse. Additionally, C.E.N began its first annual Christmas Toy Drive in December 2018. All toys received were donated to the Toronto Community Housing.
Experiential Learning for Traffic Management Students
Sat, December 01, 2018
One of the most effective ways of learning is engaging in a real life experience.
As part of Sgt. West's, Traffic Management Course, students were thrilled to participate in the operation of a radar gun (provided and facilitated by PC Tony Foster, Toronto Police) which allowed them the opportunity to witness first-hand the workings of the hand held unit while increasing their knowledge and understanding of the 'facts-in-issue' required by police in obtaining a conviction.
Humber College Traffic students were also educated on the first ever Draeger 5000 Drug Tester in determining if a driver has marijuana or Cocaine in their system.
The Draeger Drug Tester is the first and only piece of equipment authorized by the Attorney General in allowing Police to demand a saliva sample from a driver in determining if they have a drug in their system, including a sufficient amount to cause impairment acceptable to the courts.
Students were very excited to be involved in this process.
Crime Scene Investigation Photo Contest
Sat, December 01, 2018
Photography is a feature of crime scene investigation, but with the advent of smartphones, most of our students haven’t held a traditional camera.
Inbound Exchange Students
Sat, December 01, 2018
The SSCS is pleased was thrilled to welcome two inbound exchange students to the BSS – Criminal Justice degree program from UMEA University (Sweden).
Three inbound students from University College Lillebaelt (Denmark) also arrived in late November to take part in a unique opportunity to complete a six month placement facilitated through the Child and Youth Care programs. Tom, Line and Jacob are Social Work students and will working with SSCS partner organizations with children in youth.
The SSCS is also excited to be hosting the second group of students from the Nanjing Forest Police College, China. Taking courses in Crime Scene Investigation, Police Foundations, and English Language studies this group of 24 students have the unique opportunity to expand their knowledge of basic crime scene investigation skills and techniques and are exposed to the Canadian justice and college system. A celebration for this group was held on December 20th where the students received a Certificate of Participation.
Crime Scene Investigation Students Get Their Hands Dirty
Sat, December 01, 2018
Crime Scene Investigation students got their hands dirty with the forensic exhumation of two (imitation) human skeletons buried on Lakeshore campus.
The project replicated the process of planning, excavating and documenting the recovery of the bodies and other evidence related to a homicide investigation. The weather was quite warm leaving our students taking frequent water and rest breaks in a physically demanding and detail-oriented task that left everyone hot, sweaty, dirty, exhausted and smiling. This will be in sharp contrast to night photography in the snow and frigid temperatures they will experience later in the term.
If you are looking for a little adventure, this program will offer a Forensic Identification graduate certificate credential in the fall of 2019 with any diploma or degree qualifying for admission.
Visiting Scholar from China
Sat, December 01, 2018
For the 2017/2018 academic year, the SSCS hosted two visiting scholars, Henry Ke and Iris Zhou, from the Nanjing Forest Police College.
Currently, the SSCS is hosting a third visiting scholar, Lisa Zhang, until July 2019. Lisa will be conducting joint applied research with a focus on the differences between China and Canadian policing and postsecondary education. The SSCS and Nanjing Forest Police College are exploring further opportunities for collaborative research and knowledge exchange with faculty from both partner institutes.
The Forensic Dual Diagnostic Specialty Service Conference
Sat, December 01, 2018
On September 19th and 20th, the Centre for Addictions and Mental Health held its inaugural Forensic Dual Diagnostic Specialty Service Conference.
The Conference was entitled Exploring Risk and Recovery in Dual Diagnosis. The School of Social and Community Services, represented by the Bachelor of Behavioural Science, was a Conference co-sponsor. Over 250 participants were in attendance.
Jo Anne Nugent, Coordinator of the Bachelor of Behavioural Science, and John Kosmopoulos, Coordinator of the Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate, were in attendance. Both programs had a table at the Conference, which was an excellent opportunity to highlight our two programs.
Presenters included the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, the Minister of Children, Community and Social Services, and experts in the field of forensic services to a wide range of service recipient groups. Sessions focused on service delivery and research.
Thanks to Louis Busch, a member of the BBS Program Advisory Committee, a key player in Humber’s participation in the FDDSS Conference. We look forward to participating in the 2nd annual conference next year!
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