Get to Know HFC

Keli Renda, smiling, wearing a blue blazer and yellow blouse.

Get to Know HFC: Keli Renda uses technology and personal skills to serve students and teammates

HFC is more like a family than an employer for Keli Renda, who has been at the College since 2016.
Susan McGraw in DJ booth

Get to Know HFC: Susan McGraw gives students a platform, a voice, and inspiration

Faculty member Susan McGraw has dedicated her career to empowering people in the HFC community and beyond.
Raya York smiling at the camera.

HFC welcomes Labor Relations Specialist Raya York

New HFC Labor Relations Specialist Raya York brings experiences from different industries and both sides of the negotiating table.
Portrait of Chuck Irish.

Get to Know HFC: Chuck Irish, chemistry instructor, botanist, avid bicyclist

An invaluable asset to HFC's chemistry faculty, Chuck Irish enjoys the problem-solving aspect of teaching and tending to the College's rain garden.
Mike Hill smiling at the camera with a shelf of books in the background.

Dr. Mike Hill will chair HFC Faculty Senate for 2023-2024

Dr. Mike Hill has served HFC since 2006. For the 2023-24 academic year, he will serve as the chair of the Faculty Senate.
Dr. Jason D. Young headshot.

Jason D. Young joins HFC as Director of Institutional Research and Business Intelligence

Dr. Jason D. Young is HFC's new Director of Institutional Research and Business Intelligence.
Darryl Stanbrough wearing a suit and glasses.

HFC welcomes Darryl Stanbrough, who seeks to be empathetic, energetic, and enthusiastic in supporting students

Darryl Stanbrough wants to be the kind of teacher he never had, across all aspects of his service to students.
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Get to Know HFC: Air Force veteran Nathan Baloga takes leadership role in Facilities

HFC Facilities Manager Nathan Baloga takes grat pride working at the College with a dedicated and hardworking crew in Facilities.
Trina Moore headshot

Trina Moore named HFC Director of Nursing

Trina Moore, who has taught at HFC since 2012, brings 33 years of experience as a nurse, and a great deal of energy, to her new role.
June Williams standing in front of a backdrop image of red roses.

Get to Know HFC: June Williams helps students feel understood and supported as they navigate college enrollment

HFC Student Support Professional June Williams, an alumna of the College, helps students find their true calling.
Headshot of Phillip Lutz.

HFC welcomes Phillip Lutz, whose life and work experiences help students find their way

As a non-traditional student and non-traditional job seeker, Lutz takes joy in helping students with similar experiences.
A headshot of Gary McIlroy (left) with the cover of his book (right), a picture of tree branches.

Retired instructor authors book about a man’s life he considers “weightier than an entire curriculum”

When he learned about Charles Ball, who escaped from enslavement in the 1800s, Dr. Gary McIlroy knew Ball's remarkable story needed to heard again.
A headshot of Brianna Pannell.

HFC welcomes Brianna Pannell, who has a passion for helping adult learners succeed

New addition to HFC Brianna Pannell enjoys investing her time and wisdom in students, on her way to a possible career in politics.
Portrait of Dawn Hestand.

HFC welcomes Veterans Services Supervisor Dawn Hestand

New Veterans Services Supervisor Dawn Hestand enjoys helping veterans and active-duty military students access benefits and services that change their lives.
Profile of Kevin Dewey

Music Maestro Kevin Dewey retires after educating and inspiring musicians for nearly 30 years

Even though renowned music instructor Kevin Dewey is retiring from HFC, he will remain active leading choirs in the Dearborn community.
Headshot of Hannah Trethewey

HFC welcomes Web Content and Design Manager Hannah Trethewey

Changing careers from communications to web development has allowed Tretheway to express an optimal combination of creativity and technical skills.
Headshot of Dr. Laura Willman

HFC welcomes Dr. Laura Willman, dedicated to making positive changes through research

New HFC Research Analyst Dr. Laura Willman is determined to make positive change through her skills as a researcher.
Portrait of Kristine Rouleau.

Get to Know HFC: Kristine Rouleau thrives on the energy and fantastic partnerships in higher ed

HFC is a great fit for HFC Admissions Recruiter Kristine Rouleau's talents and values.
ELS instructor Roger Frank.

Get to Know HFC: Roger Frank believes an “indirect path” can be a great teaching asset

HFC instructor Roger Frank takes pride in his students' success. The “crooked lines and detours” have made him a better teacher.
headshot of Pamela Stewart

Pamela Stewart returns to role as Associate Dean of SOLA

Viewing HFC through the lens of a student, alumna, instructor, and director, Pamela Stewart will become the Associate Dean of SOLA for a 3-year term.
A headshot of Dr. Deborah Zopf

Math instructor Deb Zopf retires after 35 years of making a difference in students’ lives

Dr. Deborah Zopf is grateful for 35 years of teaching at HFC, including 20 years of leadership in assessment. Her contributions to the College have changed lives.
A picture of Joni Morris.

Joni Morris elected president of SSA

As of June 1, HFC Financial Aid Associate Joni Morris will become the president of the Support Staff Association.
Jeremy Palmer playing a piano.

Get to Know HFC: Jeremy Palmer finds music creative and educational

Music therapist Jeremy Palmer loves all aspects of music, and enjoys creating and learning alongside students.
Cathy Gangarossa portrait.

Nursing instructor Cathy Gangarossa retires from HFC: “Be that difference for someone”

After 18 years of teaching at HFC, Cathy Gangarossa moves on to the next chapter in her life, which will continue to include serving others.