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Stage acts, not lectures for Black History Month

Wednesday, 01 February 2012 23:00
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Annie Halim, HSF programming co-ordinator, spoke enthusiastically about the upcoming Black History events at Humber. PHOTO BY SHAZIA ISLAM

This month, Humber Students’ Federation will make a departure from its usual program of speakers during Black History Month, moving towards performances that will be more interactive in nature.

Students fail to stretch for free time with personal trainer at Humber gym

Wednesday, 01 February 2012 22:00
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In an attempt to help students keep their New Year’s resolutions to stay fit and healthy, Humber’s athletic department has implemented a program called “30 Little Steps To a New You in 2012,” featuring one-on-one time with a personal trainer in Humber’s gym.

Yoga works bodies, calms minds

Wednesday, 01 February 2012 21:30
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Students meditating at Humber’s yoga classes. PHOTO BY ERIKA PANACCI

Namaste is a word that’s becoming more popular at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), as a newly implemented yoga program takes place every Thursday in the Henry Moore Gallery.

Heart health at Humber a time to learn about risks and habits

Wednesday, 01 February 2012 21:00
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Students getting active and taking advantage of the free fitness centre at Humber. PHOTO BY HEATHER VANANDEL

Love is not the only thing the heart should be concerned about this February.

Culinary science goes up to new levels with molecular gastronomy

Wednesday, 01 February 2012 20:30
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Almond and pistachio wafers, chocolate ganache “tube” and raspberry crumbles. PHOTO COURTESY OF RUDI FISCHBACHER

Executive chef and pioneer of molecular gastronomy John Placko will be conducting a workshop at Humber’s North campus in March.

Anxiety, stress on the rise among students

Wednesday, 01 February 2012 20:00
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A student being tutored at Humber's peer tutoring centre.

The number of young adults suffering from anxiety is on the rise, according to Katy Kamker, a clinical psychologist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto.

Restaurant tip rate sees proposed 5 per cent rise

Thursday, 26 January 2012 00:45
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Suggested tip amounts on the part of some restaurants are on the rise to 20 per cent from 15. PHOTO BY ALI CHIASSON

Humber students expressed mixed reactions to the new standard 20 per cent tip option some Toronto restaurants are incorporating.

Roman Catholic prayer book adopts new, formal translation

Wednesday, 07 December 2011 13:23
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PHOTO BY MEAGAN MALLOCH // The most identifiable prayers in the Roman Missal will be translated to reflect the original Latin translation.

A new and more formal translation to the Roman Catholic prayer book was introduced to Catholics on the first Sunday of Advent last month across the English-speaking world.

Gift etiquette important during holiday season

Wednesday, 07 December 2011 13:23
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Visiting a significant other’s parents during Christmas, gift budgets, gift giving and work Christmas party behavior are a few things students should be wary of when it comes to holiday etiquette, said Diane Craig, an image consultant and etiquette expert.

Humber grads reduce cost of funerals with new service

Wednesday, 07 December 2011 13:22
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Two graduates of Humber’s funeral services program are reducing the cost of funerals by offering simpler services in tough economic times.