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An International Perspective

It has been an exciting year for internationalization at Humber.

This year, Humber was home to more than 3,800 international students from more than 100 countries around the world – and as this report will show, providing a high quality education for our increasingly diverse student body remains one of our key priorities.

We continue to support the unique needs of our international students with activities and services designed to help them adapt to life in a new country, including trips, art exhibits, on-campus events and get-togethers. Many of these initiatives bring together international and study-abroad students with faculty and the wider Humber community, creating a truly intercultural learning experience for all.

In April 2016, we marked the 20th anniversary of the Humber-Ningbo program, which is our longest-standing international partnership. Together, with other successful partnerships, including over a decade with the National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality & Tourism (NKUHT), we have produced more than 1,500 graduates with highly valuable international experience.

Working with our international partners, we welcomed 20 government-funded students from Papua, Indonesia, and have also signed a similar agreement with the Bhutanese government. Our expanded outreach around the world, with potential new opportunities in Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Venezuela and Panama, has certainly contributed to the richness and diversity of the Humber community.

The following pages will highlight some of our global successes over the past year and provide an update on the progress of our internationalization strategy. We are proud that so many students from so many countries have chosen to call Humber home. The institution is immeasurably enriched when education is approached from a truly global perspective, whether welcoming students here or encouraging international learning opportunities for our faculty, staff and domestic students.

Diane Simpson, Dean, InternationalHumber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning

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A Learning Organization with a Global Focus

Internationalization is a fundamental priority for Humber.

At Humber, we recognize that the world is growing smaller, and that borders are no longer barriers to success. For both our domestic and international students, the ability to interact within a globally connected economy will represent a key skill as they progress through their careers.

To that end, internationalization is a fundamental priority for the institution – ensuring that our students, faculty and staff are interculturally aware and, having developed a global perspective, are ready to make meaningful contributions to the worldwide marketplace.

Because of these efforts, which were formalized in our Internationalization Strategy in 2013-2014, our students, staff and faculty are learning valuable intercultural, personal and technical skills that will help them become citizens of the world and truly able to embody Humber’s core values of excellence, student focus, innovation and respect – no matter where they live.

From classroom curricula to global opportunities to work and learning abroad, and from international partnerships to welcoming more than 3,800 international students to our classrooms, Humber’s commitment to making globally-focused learning accessible to the entire community is truly something to be proud of.

Chris Whitaker, President and CEO Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning

Front Cover: Health Sciences students in Guatemala on a faculty-led internship

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Humber’s International Strategy

Goal 1: InternatIonal recruItment and Student Support 5

Goal 2: opportunItIeS to earn academIc credIt abroad 11

Goal 3: Support for campuS InternatIonalIzatIon 14

Goal 4: StrateGIc InternatIonal partnerShIp development 17

Goal 5: Global InternatIonal development opportunItIeS 19 for faculty and Staff

Fall 2016 A Year in Review

Inbound Mobility

Outbound Mobility

On-campus Student Support

Staff & Faculty Mobility

In May 2015, Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning was awarded gold for Internationalization Excellence by Colleges and Institutes Canada. This award, in recognition of our efforts to include international activities in several aspects of the College’s strategic plan, reinforces the value of Humber’s Internationalization Strategy.

The Internationalization Strategy is a collaborative effort led by Humber’s Internationalization Committee, involving the entire Humber community, with the mandate to execute five critical objectives:

• Goal1:Recruitandsupportanincreasinglydiversegroupofstudents from countries around the world.

• Goal2:Provideopportunitiesforstudentstostudyandcomplete work placements abroad.

• Goal3:EnsureHumberfacultyandstaffareequippedtosupport internationalization efforts across the campus.

• Goal4:Developstrategicpartnershipsdesignedtoengagethe Humber community in academic exchanges and collaboration.

• Goal5:Advanceinitiativesthatcreateopportunitiesforfaculty and students to contribute to international development.

We are creating a community of students ready for the global marketplace, supported by culturally diverse and aware faculty and staff, and programming that reflects our interconnected world. Students benefit from global perspectives and opportunities that will allow them to develop essential intercultural skills and become global citizens, prepared with the technical expertise and human understanding to contribute to international work environments and to create a more equitable and sustainable world.

Read on for featured activities under the five key objectives of the Internationalization Strategy in 2015-2016.

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GlobalPartnerships

Humber’s Global Outreach in 2015-2016

International Student Services

The International Centre’s Student Services team continues to provide essential services and support programs designed to help international students adapt to new environments, grow, and develop intercultural competencies.

Key Programs/Services for international students include:

• Pre-DepartureWorkshops,SkypeChats, Tweet-Ups, live broadcasts on Facebook, and a “Virtual Passport” online orientation

• Connectmentorshipprogram

• On-campusInternationalStudentWelcome/Orientation and special MeetandGreeteventsforfirstsemester students

• PassporttoSuccessprogram

• Accesstoacademicsupportresources

• Monthlyevents,trips,andworkshops

• Immigrationadvising

• InternationalEducationWeek&GlobalLens Photography Exhibit

• Alumniengagement

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Recruit and support an increasingly diverse group of students from countries around the globeHumber is committed to providing the highest quality education and an exceptional learning experience for a diverse student body.

International Recruitment

Over 3,800 international students from 100+ countries attended Humber in the 2015-2016 academic year, contributing to the vibrant fabric of Humber’s global community.

Highlights

Campus Familiarization Tours

In May 2016, Humber hosted a group of 70 international education representatives associated with International Language Academy of Canada (ILAC) from almost 20 countries for an overnight familiarization tour. Humber also welcomed a group of international representatives from Vietnam and Indonesia. The participants visited the North Campus where they had the opportunity to tour the campus, participate in yoga and nature walk sessions in the arboretum, and learn about the polytechnic education advantage from Diane Simpson, Dean of International and Alister Mathieson, VP of Advancement & External Relations. At Lakeshore Campus the international representatives participated in special workshops including the historic tunnel tour, police training and crime scene simulations, and improvisation.

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Photo Top Right: EAP students dining together in a local restaurant Photo Above: Canan Yucai Gorgulu, Humber representative from Istanbul, Turkey Photo Right Page: International students visit Niagara Falls

Government-funded Students

There were 20 government-funded students from Papua, Indonesia enrolled in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and other academic programs this year. This partnership promotes closer ties between Canada and Indonesia and raises Humber’s profile in Indonesia.

Humber also signed an agreement with the Bhutanese government’s authorized agents to receive government-funded students beginning in September 2016.

““It opened my eyes to what Canada is like, especially Toronto! It is a big city,

but you don’t feel lost in it.”

Christina Huangda, Indonesia Familiarization Tour

What do our International Students study?

50% - Business

22% - Applied Technology

10% - Hospitality, Recreation & Tourism

10% - Media Studies & Information Technology

05% - Health Sciences

01% - Social & Community Services

01% - Liberal Arts & Sciences

01% - Creative & Performing Arts

*Approximate figures

““It was the real experience in Canada both in academic

knowledge and living.”

Chi Nguyen, Vietnam Familiarization Tour

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International Education Week & Global Lens Photography Exhibit

From November 16-20, 2015, the International Centre hosted International Education Week (IEW) on both North and Lakeshore campuses. Through interactive activities, entertainment, language cafes, and a globally themed art exhibit, IEW gives the Humber community the opportunity to learn about various countries and their unique cultures.

The Global Lens Photography Exhibit is a visual demonstration of student learning and faculty/staff experiences through study and work opportunities. Exhibit visitors were invited to contribute their journeys to a large-scale map, share their views on global citizenship, and participate in creating a global tapestry.

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Humber Goes Global provides an opportunity for participants to learn about various countries and their unique characteristics including food, traditional clothing and language. This past year, Korea, Pakistan, Peru, Taiwan, and Ukraine were featured at booths at both Humber campuses. Students who lived in, travelled to, or studied these countries shared their personal stories and cultural insights with the Humber community.

Language Cafés in Mandarin (China), Gujarati(India),andFrench(Mauritius)were offered during IEW at both campuses. Participants had the opportunity to learn a few words in a different language and share their cultural interests.

Students who have worked or studied abroad (including international students who are studying in Canada) shared their experiences during Stories from Home & Abroad.

Photo Above: International Students during the Killarney Winter Camping Trip

Alumni Engagement

The International Centre hosts an annualInternationalGraduateReceptionfor staff, faculty, new international graduates, and alumni. This year's event took place on June 6th, 2016 in the The Humber Room, Humber's on-campus restaurant run by students in Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism. Over 100 guests celebrated the success of Humber's new international graduates and shared fond memories of their experiences at Humber.

Highlights of the Year

Photos Above & Right: Student submissions to the Global Lens Photography Exhibit

Killarney Winter Camping Trip

During the winter semester reading week (February 16-19, 2016) Humber led a group of 31 adventurous international students to stunning Killarney Provincial Park in Ontario for three days of snow games, spectacular sunrises, and fresh air. The group experienced building an igloo (Quinzhee), cooking outside, winter adventure hikes, and memories that will last a lifetime.

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Student SuccessMany international students at Humber are recognized for their academic, personal, and career successes. This year we showcase international students who have excelled in athletics at Humber.

Ivon Jaimes Albarran Phuthita “Boom” NilyokLi “Olivia” Lei Xing Ux “Adam” Dong

1 “HUMBER’S OLIVIA LEI NAMED PLAYER OF THE YEAR AFTER DOMINANT FRESHMEN SEASON.” Humber College. N.p., 2015. Web. 03 Sept. 2016.

Li“Olivia”Lei,anativeofGuangXi,China,has completed her second year in the Recreation & Leisure Services program at Humber. She has quickly become the most dominate player in women’s collegiate badminton in Canada. For the second year in a row she was the CCAA National and OCAA Provincial women’s singles champion, as well as the Player of the Year in both divisions. She is also a two time CCAA All-Canadian. Olivia was also a co-winner of Humber’s female Athlete of the Year award.

Ivon Jaimes Albarran, a native of Toluca, Mexico, graduated from the Fitness & Health Promotion program at Humber and is now enrolled in the Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle Promotion program. Upon her arrival at Humber, she made an instant impact on the Humber Hawks women’s cross country team. Along with back-to-back OCAA women’s team titles, she has run to first and second All Star team selections over this two year span.

XingYu“Adam”Dong,anativeofSuZhou, China, has completed his second year in the Recreation & Leisure Services program at Humber. Not only has he taken on the challenge of the collegiate badminton circuit, he has also made an impact on the entire badminton community across the nation.

FortheHumberHawks,XingYuDongis a two-time CCAA National and OCAA Provincial champion. He was also selected as the Humber Hawks male Athlete of the Year. The 22-year-old played in a professional league in China before coming to Canada and hasn’t lost a badminton match in a Men’s Doubles competition since he arrived here two years ago.

Phuthita “Boom” Nilyok, a native of Nonthaburi, Thailand, is currently enrolled in Event Management after graduating from the Teaching English as a Second Language Program.

As a first year student, her success on the badminton court was incredible. ShecapturedaCCAANationalGoldandSilver medal to go along with two OCAA Provincial gold medals. She was further honoured as the Humber College Hawks first year Female Athlete of the Year.

““My experience with Humber Athletics has been amazing! I have been part of the cross country team for the past two years, both years winning first place as

a team within the OCAA (Ontario Collegiate Athletic Association).”

Ivon Jaimes Albarran

““Olivia’s journey began in 2015, in her first year as a Hawk. It was an

incredible year in which she did not lose a single set. Her performance at the

Toronto Open had Olivia with the best showing among anyone in

Humber’s storied history at the Open, medalling in multiple events.”1

1 Humber Hawks Release, June 12, 2015

““It’s a great feeling to win, but being recognized for the Athlete of the Year award will always be something very

special to me.”

Xing Ux “Adam” Dong ““Being on the Humber Varsity Badminton team allows me to feel

comfortable and welcome as a student in Canada. My teammates and

supporters at Humber College helped me feel passionate and confident when

I competed for gold at Nationals this year. It is an honor representing our

great athletic program.”

Phuthita “Boom” Nilyok

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““It was eye-opening, exciting and full of unexpected challenges.”

Megan Gougeon, BComm, Hospitality and Tourism Management

In 2015-2016, over 500 Humber students took part in work and study abroad programs in 47 different countries. Some of Humber’s key international mobility initiatives include:

Semester Abroad in Japan

Public Relations degree student Sarah Chan Rejante spent a semester studying in Japan. Her experience introduced her not only to a new culture, but also to new friends. Her advice, “immerse yourself in the culture in every way possible; this is your chance to see the world from an entirely different perspective.”

Research Internship in Uganda

Ryan Snider, Tourism professor, received a SIRF research grant to study the tourismexperienceinUganda’sGorillaHighlands. Seven Humber students from the Tourism – Travel Services Management diploma and Hospitality & Tourism Management degree program participated in this international research study on the impacts of gorilla tourism in Bwindi, Uganda. They learned first-hand about sustainable tourism, conducted student-led applied field research, and got up close to the gorillas in the Uganda highlands.StudentMeganGougeon said “the experience helped me to understand the important relationship between people, the planet and profit.”

Industrial Design Student Takes a UK Tour

Deena Cincinatus wanted to visit the design world in the UK to give her the opportunity to make connections with people in the same industry, but in a new and exciting country. She advises future student travellers to make sure you bring some work to show to possible employers as people are willing to give you advice to help you improve for the future.

Humber Students Travel to the UK

In June 2016 Joanna Amirault and Daniel Bear, two faculty from Humber's Criminal Justice degree program, led 19 students to the UK and Northern Ireland on field placement in partnership with the University ofGloucestershire.Studentshadtheuniqueopportunity to witness and reflect upon comparative practices of restorative justice, policing and community approaches to development and reconciliation.

Incredible Experiences for Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism Students

Faculty and students from a wide range of HRT programs participated in study abroad trips. These 10 - 15 day excursions gave students the opportunity to learn about new cultures, gain new program-related skills and have real life experiences taking them well beyond the classroom.

• Italy – A Taste of the Mediterranean

Thirty students from the Culinary Management, Baking & Pastry Arts Management and Food & Nutrition Management diploma programs arrived in Rome and travelled through the region of Tuscany on a delicious culinary adventure.

• California Coast

Humber HRT faculty member Ajay Rampersad and faculty member, Fabian Rayne, travelled down the California coast with ten Humber Fitness and Health Promotion diploma, Exercise Science and Lifestyle Management postgraduate certificate, and Kinesiology degree students to introduce them to different approaches in fitness assessment and training as it relates to sports performance.

• IMGAcademyinFlorida

Students from Humber’s Sport Management program took a trip to Florida to learn about the business of sport in an international context. During the trip, they were able to explore state-of-the-art training tools at one of the most respected preparatory institutesintheworld,IMGAcademy.

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Provide opportunities for students to earn academic credit while studying or completing placements abroad

““It has made me more open-minded and knowledgeable about

other cultures.”

Sergiy Fomin, BComm, International Business

Top Left: Sarah Chan Rejante in JapanBottom Left: Sergiy Fomin in ScotlandTop Right: Students on safari on a research internship in Uganda

Top Photo: Students on the California Coast Top Left of Grid: Students against the mural of Footprints Woman's Centre, Belfast, Northern IrelandTop Right of Grid: Students visit IMG Academy in Florida Bottom of Grid: Students sightseeing trip in Rome

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““It was the greatest adventure I have ever been on.”

Sarah Chan Rejante, Bachelor of Public Relations

Semester Exchange at Robert Gordon University in Scotland, UK

Sergiy Fomin, a student in the Humber's International Business degree program, spent a semester in Scotland to try something new. “Studying abroad is a challenge, but is both fun and difficult and definitely worth doing!” Proud of his accomplishment, he feels it will look very good on a resume. “Having this experience will be considered an asset in today’s diverse and multicultural world.”

“International travel opens our minds to new ways of thinking and doing – that we might not consider or accept when in the

comforts of our own home or culture.”

Dr. Ryan Snider, Humber Faculty

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Fashion Students Fly to London

From Topshop to Burberry to Selfridges & Co., The Business School’s Fashion Management degree students went behind the scenes in London, England’s most famous fashion stores.

Led by Bruce Sinclair, Program Coordinator, students from each of the four years took advantage of this unique opportunity. “The breadth of knowledge students have gained in the program along with everything they learned in London really rounded out their educational experience.” Sinclair says.

Service-Learning in Costa Rica

Thanks to the tremendous support provided by Community Colleges for International Development (CCID), Humber was awarded the prestigious Harris-WoffordGlobalServiceFellowship in 2015-16. This allowed Dr. Philip Burge and Dr. Rai Reece, faculty members from the School of Social and Community Services, to accompany 15 Humber students on a service-learning trip to Cartago, Costa Rica. This trip allowed them to critically engage and work with social service programs in Costa Rica with an emphasis on participatory learning and cultural immersion. Students learned how to overcome language barriers and make connections through active play and art activities.

Nicaragua Service Learning Trip

Fifteen Humber students travelled to Nicaragua to gain a fresh perspective on community development.

During the trip, they were able to connect with local community members in rural villages while exploring the most spectacular beaches of the Pacific Coast and conducting valuable service work. This was an authentic volunteer experience combined with adventure, exploration and cultural immersion.

For faculty member Sherri Branscombe, the highlight of the trip was seeing the change in the students. “Not only their perspective but also their career path,” she says.

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““Students discussed language barriers and the importance of opening

one’s mind and heart in terms of willingness to learn and grow in

challenging situations.”

Dr. Philip Burge, Humber Faculty

““It is rewarding to see students emerge as leaders and to see a side of them that you aren’t exposed to in the classroom.”

Sherri Branscombe, Humber Faculty

Top Left: Fashion Students in LondonTop Right: Student on safari on a research internship in UgandaBottom Left: Humber students and faculty in Costa Rica

Ensuring that Humber faculty and staff are equipped to support internationalization efforts across the campus

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Humber is committed to providing faculty the support and the tools necessary to teach in a diverse classroom and encourage global citizenship.

Staff & Faculty Advancements

The Culturally Inclusive Educator Certificate has now been launched as an online program. Comprised of five courses, it helps to strengthen and enhance participants’ intercultural knowledge, communication, curriculum development and differentiated teaching skills when teaching and supporting international higher education students. Upon completion of the certificate, participants will have developed a framework of actions they can integrate into their own practice.

Facilitators of the Culturally Inclusive Educator Certificate led a pre-conference workshop at Community Colleges for International Development's (CCID) annual conference attended by 50 participants from community colleges across the US with resounding success. The program is now being rolled out to other community colleges across the US.

Connect Program: Academic Workshops for International Students

One of the goals of the Connect Program (collaboratively organized by the International Centre and the Centre for Teaching and Learning) is to improve the academic, social and psychological performance of international students as they transition to life in Canada and at Humber.

Join and Make a Difference

This project offers the opportunity to Humber full- and part-time faculty and staff to volunteer supporting international students. They are encouraged to be part of a “Welcome Team” that will engage with new international students through informal, personalized and friendly social interactions.

The volunteer commitment requires volunteers to:

1. Attend the Mix & Mingle session.

2. Attend at least two (2) Connect Program organized events during each term (e.g. Mix & Mingle, International Café, and Potluck and Cupcake Decorating Event, etc.).

3. Meet with their mentee at least 2 times per term outside of Connect Program organized events.

Faculty involvement and the internationalization of curriculum is a key driver in the successful implementation of Humber’s Internationalization strategy. In 2015, the International Centre secured funding to engage up to 15 faculty members across the institution on a mission to Denmark in an effort to maximize the impact of partnerships with our counterparts across the Atlantic. Humber's top faculty were selected through a competitive process from across the institution.

“Each of the partner schools we collaborate with in Denmark bring something different to the table – ranging from strengths in design, health and wellness, multi-media, entrepreneurship and innovation, film, social innovation and fashion,” said Diane Simpson.

Once in Denmark, faculty set off to fulfill their individual missions, all coming to the same conclusion, opportunity lives in abundance in the “land of light”.

Proposed ideas ranged from traditional exchanges providing cross-cultural experiences to new initiatives including ‘virtual exchanges’ where students could benefit from an international experience without ever leaving their own classroom.

“Connecting classrooms would create an accessible and enriching experience for all students” says Brad Herd, Humber faculty, The Business School.

In search of a collaborative research project,“HowtoGlobalizeLeadershipCurriculumatHumber,”TedGlennnotedthat, “they have a completely different interdisciplinary approach, imagine what would happen if we integrate components of that model here at Humber?”

Since returning in May, a number of specific initiatives have been formalized into articulation agreements, semester exchanges and faculty collaborations.

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What happens when Humber sends a group of faculty off to make international connections?

Innovative thinking happens.

Establishing Connections in Denmark

““We went with a range of people from across Humber. Brains were on fire,

this created conversations that may not have happened within the confines of

our day-to-day jobs.”

Ted Glenn, Business School Faculty

Photos Left: Faculty tour CopenhagenBottom Left: Faculty tour AarhusTop Right: Humber group shot in CopenhagenBottom Right: KEA Copenhagen School of Design and Technology

Built on a Platform of Success

Motivated by the success of the Humber-China program, Humber has continued to invest in long-standing sustainable partnerships. Today Humber has over 75 active partnerships with institutions around the globe.

•Since2003,HumberandNationalKaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism (NKUHT) have provided Canadian and Taiwanese students the opportunity to complete a portion of their academic program abroad. Humber students complete semester four of their diploma program at NKUHT and students from NKUHT complete the third year of their four-year degree at Humber.

•Humberbusinessstudentsandstudents at IMC University of Applied Science Krems, Austria have participated in a semester exchange program since 2007.

•WaterfordInstituteofTechnologyinIreland and Humber's Business School have enjoyed faculty and student exchanges since 2009. Last year two students from the School of Social and Community Services broadened the partnership through an exchange semester in Criminal Justice.

•Humber'sBachelorofCommercein Fashion Management have been engaged in a semester abroad exchangewithRobertGordonUniversityin Aberdeen, Scotland since 2012 with students from across the institution participating in a summer program for credit for the last two years.

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Developing strategic partnerships focused on intercultural exchanges and programming that seek to engage the Humber community in academic exchanges and collaboration

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““The relationship between Robert Gordon University and Humber has

grown into one of our strongest international collaborations.”

Richard Barnes, Head of Global Engagement, Aberdeen Business School, Robert Gordon University

Humber continues to expand and enhance international partnerships and collaborations. Partnerships focus on high-level academic exchanges and provide opportunities for student and faculty exchanges and research collaborations.

“"I was invited into people's homes, they made me feel so welcome. To

know the impact you make on some students lives is an absolutely

wonderful experience.”

Jennifer Wilson-Lee, Humber Faculty

“"This program is a true partnership, in every sense of the word.”

Alvina Cassiani, Dean, The Business School

•Humberhasenjoyedstudentexchangesin Business and Media with Unitec Institute of Technology in Auckland, New Zealand beginning in 2009.

•HumbersignedanexchangeagreementwithKansaiGaidaiUniversityinJapanin 2007 where students from both institutions enjoy the unique experience of study abroad on the other side of the world.

•Since2012Humberhaswelcomedanumber of students and faculty from JAMK University of Applied Science in Jyväskylä, Finland while Humber students have participated in a truly unique summer school for credit program in Finland.

Humber's Partnership with Parul, India Grows

In 2014 Humber and Parul Institute of Engineering and Technology (PIET) signed an agreement articulating pathways into Humber's business degrees. This year the partnership expanded to include pathways to programs in Applied Technology and summer programs on both Humber and Parul campuses.

Parul students participated in The Business School's Leadership Beyond Boundaries program, a 2-week program on the shores of Lake Ontario on Humber's Lakeshore campus. Humber students travelledtoGujarat,Indiatoparticipateina 4-week business and culture program for academic credit.

Humber Celebrates 20 years with Ningbo University

In April, 70 Chinese students graduated from the Humber-Ningbo and Humber-Jimei programs. It was a special celebration as Humber College and Ningbo University celebrated the 20th anniversary of their joint partnership program.

Established in 1996, it is the college’s longest-standing international partnership. Humber entered a similar partnership with JimeiUniversityinXiamenin2006.

Students live and learn in both countries, studying business practices and gaining exposure to international business and trade.

From Then Until Now

Over the past twenty years, Humber has grown the internationalization experience through ongoing staff and faculty exchanges. These cross-cultural experiences have enriched the teaching and learning of all of those who have participated in the program.

“I took one thousand pictures the first time I went, it was such a beautiful and inspiring place.”

Wanda Buote, President, Lakeshore Campus

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Photo Above: Humber-Ningbo and Humber-Jimei 2016 graduation Photo Above Right: Original Humber-Ningbo promotional brochure

Top Photo: Humber students are welcomed to summer program at Parul University, India

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Humber International and the International Development Institute (IDI)

Humber's IDI inspires global citizens to engage in effective and sustainable development. The IDI brings together students, faculty and development partners to contribute to better development globally, through the effective bridging of theory and practice.

Humber's expertise in technology, education, health and wellness, business and social services provides an opportunity for faculty and students to contribute to a wide range of development projects, making a global impact.

Past Projects and Partnerships For more than three decades, Humber has led numerous projects supporting communities around the globe.

Past projects have included:

•Malaysia-Curriculumupgrading and design

•Kenya-Infrastructure,HealthyLiving,andGrowth

•Guyana-CaribbeanAssociation for Technical/Vocational Education and Training

•Zimbabwe-SmallBusinessDevelopment

•Tanzania-TheRuralMicrofinanceManagement Project

•Bangladesh-WomenEntrepreneurshipDevelopment

•Bhutan-ManagementDevelopmentProgram

Current Projects

FundedbytheCanadianGovernmentand Humber, the Sulawesi Economic Development Strategy Project (SEDS) is a five-year project that will develop the capacity of 7 universities in Sulawesi to design and deliver applied entrepreneurship curriculum, provide business services to student entrepreneurs and small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and create networking linkages between SME stakeholders.

Launched in 2012, year four marked the transition from a focus on curriculum development for entrepreneurship, to addressing the set up and operation of Business Support Centres (BSCs) and Business Incubators (BIs) to support entrepreneurs. Workshops were held to enhance the knowledge and capacity of SEDS partners towards these goals.

SEDS project team members from partner universities participated in knowledge sharing sessions during a benchmarking visit. Mr. Donald Bobiash, Canadian Ambassador to Indonesia visited the SEDS Project in Manado, Indonesia.

Advancing initiatives that provide opportunities for faculty and students to contribute to international development initiatives globally

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International Youth Internship Program (IYIP)

In August 2015, The Business School recruited and trained 20 Canadian youthtoparticipateintheGlobalAffairs Canada-funded internship program. As part of Canada’s Youth Employment Strategy, interns volunteer with Humber’s partner organizations in developing countries such as Save the Children, Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief, AMREF Health Africa, and Caritas. The interns' roles varied, and they contributed to projects that focused on improving health or private sector development. Interns worked in Haiti, Nicaragua, Columbia, Peru, Bolivia, Tanzania, Malawi, Ethiopia, Bangladesh, and Nepal.

IYIP Photo Exhibit and Event

The IYIP project culminated in a community awareness event where interns had the opportunity to educate guests on their projects and share their experiences through a panel discussion and photo exhibit. It was a perfect venue for interns to share their experiences and regional perspectives on challenges and opportunities in international development with a packed room of 120+ guests. The photo exhibit allowed interns to showcase the unique geographical, ethnic, historical, and political features of their host countries through the eyes of a development practitioner.

Photo Left: Canadian Ambassador to Indonesia visited the SEDS project in Manado, IndonesiaPhoto Top Right: IYIP student on internship Photo Bottom Right: Participant in IYIP Photo Exhibit and Event

International Development Institute Internship Program

Through Humber’s Strategic Initiative Fund, 10 Bachelor of International Development students were recruited to participate in an internship program during summer 2015. The students participated in a 2-week pre-departure training program to further improve their cross-cultural communication and technical skills needed to work overseas.

Students worked with Humber’s partner organizationsinEthiopia,Ghana,Malawiand Sri Lanka where they had the opportunity to learn about sustainable community development projects. The students took on different roles such as interviewing beneficiaries of community development projects and documenting their stories. Other students were tasked with sector analysis research to assist in the development of future community development projects.

Humber InternationalThe success of Humber’s Internationalization Strategy is a result of the efforts and commitment of Humber’s dedicated faculty and staff. Humber recognizes the importance of global citizenship and the value of international diversity in our classrooms. The International Centre and its staff also play a pivotal role in supporting internationalization efforts.

In 2015-2016, the International Centre Admissions and Recruitment teams expanded to meet the demands of enrollment growth at Humber and worked to further improve processing times for international applicants.

The International Centre team recruits and serves the unique needs of international students to ensure their success. The Centre also helps develop global opportunities for all students to further enhance their postsecondary experience. The Centre seeks and facilitates international partnerships, supports the internationalization of curriculum, and provides opportunities for all Humber students to benefit from becoming global citizens. Humber has built a strong reputation as a global learning institution and a gateway to global opportunities, as well as strengthening our identity as a leader in polytechnic education.

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International Development Week (IDW)

IDWisledbyGlobalAffairsCanadaand is celebrated across the country by the Canadian government, colleges, universities,NGOs,andotherlike-mindedorganizations and citizens.

The goal of International Development Week (IDW) is to raise awareness in the community about development issues and empower students, faculty and the community at large to take an initiative in supporting international development issues at home and abroad. This year, Humber focused on the theme of “Water” and included industry representatives fromsomeoftheworld’slargestNGOsincluding The World Food Programme, GlobalMedicandWorldVision.

Participating in this event helps students better understand the impact of global development issues. Through panel discussions, film screenings, trivia contestsandtheNGOMarketplace,students can connect learning in the classroom to real-world examples.

In celebration of International Development Week 2016, the Ontario Council for International Cooperation OCIC recognized 3 Humber students from 7 OntarioyouthintheGlobalChangemakerYouth Ambassadors program for their contributions to international cooperation and social justice.

Faculty Delivers Workshop in Indonesia

Two faculty from The Business School designed and delivered a two week workshop in Papua Province, Indonesia, focusing on training needs assessment. The workshop included 40 provincial civil servants and resulted in an Action Plan for the province to carry out a training needs assessment, design a training program for the entire civil service based on the assessment, and deliver the training.

Photos Top: Guest speakers and Humber faculty gather at the eventMiddle Right: Global Changemaker Award-winners. Sarah Judd, Lainey Oleka and Robin SagiBottom Left and Right: Volunteers, participants and speakers get involved in the event