Humber Et Cetera

Alumni author returns for reading at the Lake

JESSICA LABERGE BLAKELEY LIFE REPORTER Words will come alive next Wednesday when Lakeshore Campus hosts a book reading by Giller Prize shortlisted author, and former Humber student, Anthony De Sa. De Sa said he is looking forward to the free event, which is open to the public and will begin in the Assembly Hall at 12 p.m. “I think it’s what every writer really wants. To have that kind of audience that is informed, that has read your book and can come at you with questions,” he said. De Sa wrote Barnacle Love after taking creative writing courses through ... [continue reading]

VP candidate related to prez

Simon Rice News Reporter When Humber students vote in the Humber Student Federation election next week, they may recognize a name on the ballot. If first-year business administration student Shabana Kaker, 19, is elected Vice-President Administration for North Campus, she will follow in the footsteps of older sister and current HSF President Shugufa Kaker, who previously served as VP Campus Life. The two sisters live together and are very close, said Shugufa, 22. “She’s like a best friend.” Shabana, credits her sister for getting involved in college politics and seeking the $18,000-a-year position. “I see how much dedication she ... [continue reading]

Last push for presidential candidates

Jon Hembrey News Reporter As they wrap up their campaigns in advance of next week’s vote, the four candidates for Humber Student Federation president agree they enjoyed the opportunity to speak directly to students. During the two-week campaign that ends tomorrow, the candidates were able to promote their platforms by answering questions at forums, plastering the campuses with posters and handing out flyers. “It’s not just about sitting at home saying you’re going to do this on a poster,” said a first-year police foundations student, and presidential candidate Gurpreet Dhillon, 20, who added he wanted HSF to help those ... [continue reading]

Grad helps train women re-entering work force

Katie Didyk raises awareness for International Women’s Week. (Photo by Romi Levine)

Romi Levine News Reporter With International Women’s Week starting on Sunday, a Humber graduate said she is working hard to find solutions in bridging the gender gap. “I think we always need to sit back and recognize what we’ve accomplished,” said the 2003 international project management grad, Katie Didyk. “But I also think it’s important to have a week to recognize what issues are still on the table.” She is currently the intake and outreach co-ordinator ... [continue reading]

College, community bridge differences

Noel Grzetic Life Reporter Humber said it plans to form a committee to address long-standing conflicts between residents living near North Campus and their student neighbours. “We acknowledge that some of the things that have happened in the community is something that has been disturbing and disruptive,” said dean of students, Jason Hunter, during a community forum last week on campus. Among the concerns are student partying and leftover garbage, but noise complaints top the list. “I want to highlight that Humber cares about the relationship we have with the community,” said Hunter. With about 18 homeowners in attendance ... [continue reading]

No plans yet for Chilean relief at Humber

Katelyn McCallion Senior Reporter Two programs responsible for fundraising on campus, the Humber Student Federation and the fundraising volunteer management program, said they have yet to put together any fundraising events for Chile. “Most of the fundraising has been done for Haiti,” said director of programming for Humber Student Federation, Aaron Miller, referring to the 7.0 magnitude quake that devastated the Caribbean nation almost two months ago. On Feb. 27, a stronger earthquake shook Chile registering at a magnitude of 8.8, killing around 795 people and leaving many still unaccounted for. The program co-ordinator for the fundraising and volunteer ... [continue reading]

Lakeshore candidates running one-man race

Michael Raine News Reporter With only one candidate running for each of the two Humber Student Federation Vice-President positions at Lakeshore, students will have a simple yes/no choice starting next week. The 18-year-old candidate for VP Administration is first-year community and justice services student, Karlie Fisher. Second-year international business student, Deniero Bartolini, 24, is running for VP Campus Life. The pair said they are running as a team and are not competing with each other. A majority of “no” votes for either candidate would leave the position vacant and create a surplus of unpaid salary for HSF ... [continue reading]

Grad heads TTC panel for service

Tessie Sanci News Reporter A Humber graduate is in charge of tackling the problems between TTC employees and riders as the voluntary chair of a customer service advisory panel. Steve O’Brien will help create a charter of rights and make recommendations on how the TTC can improve its customer service. O’Brien graduated from the hotel management program in 1987 and is now the general manager of One King West Hotel and Residence. “We’re going to talk to riders, we’re going to talk to employees,” O’Brien said. “We’ll do focus groups, we may even do public forums.” The ... [continue reading]

No HSF positions for Orangeville Campus

Scott Money News Reporter Director of Orangeville Campus said he understands why students from his campus can’t run for Humber Student Federation executive positions. “It’s unfair that there is a provision in the constitution that prevents students from considering a position,” said Joe Andrews. “However, because our campus is so young, there are only a handful of students that would want to represent the whole student body.” Due to a provision in the Humber constitution, any student from Orangeville Campus with hopes of one day becoming HSF president is not eligible to do so. This is made clear in ... [continue reading]

Women volley their way to provincial title

HEATHER ALFORD SPORTS REPORTER SUDBURY – The Humber Hawks women’s volleyball team won its third consecutive provincial championship last weekend and has earned a place in the national championships in Quebec next week. “I didn’t think it would feel as good as it does but it feels 10 times better than I ever imagined it would,” said OCAA rookie of the year Kelly Nyhof, who led the Hawks with 21 points in the final game. “It’s the best feeling in the entire world, especially when you’ve worked as hard as we did.” The gold medal match ... [continue reading]