![An image of Rick Hatala and Hannah Hatala.](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/rickandhannah.jpg)
Get to know HFC: Rick Hatala and Hannah Hatala
Rick Hatala and his daughter Hannah both work in HFC's Information Technology Services department.
![An image of Sarah Maier with her family.](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/sarah-maier.jpg)
HFC welcomes e-Instructional Designer Sarah Maier
New e-Instructional Designer joins HFC's Office of Academic Services.
![headshot of Bradley](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/coach_bradley.jpg)
Get to Know HFC: Coach Kirk Bradley
HFC assistant basketball coach has a strong desire to help student athletes attain their goals.
![Headshot of Rick Wyka.](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/r-wyka.jpg)
HFC welcomes Campus Safety Associate Rick Wyka
Former Wayne County Sheriff's Deputy Rick Wyka joins the HFC Campus Safety team.
![A headshot of Eric Pate.](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/ericpate-headshot.jpg)
Get to Know HFC: Eric Pate, the voice of the Hawks
Announcing HFC athletics allows former journalist and current assistant school principal Eric Pate to stay connected to sports.
![headshot of Kurtz](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/m_kurtz.jpg)
HFC welcomes new accountant Melissa Kurtz
New HFC team member brings more than 35 years of accounting experience to the College.
![A headshot of Rachel Ford](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/rachelford.jpg)
Get to Know HFC: Rachel Ford
Web Accessibly Manager Rachel Ford advocates for connections between accessibility, student success, and universal design.
![headshot of Coomar](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/tammy_coomar.jpg)
HFC welcomes new Construction and Project Coordinator
A native of India, Tanusree Coomar brings her skills and enthusiasm to a diverse role in helping the College grow.
![Tabor and his two dogs](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/tabor-dogs.jpg)
Get to Know HFC: “Jeremy, why does my printer hate me?”
How did a guy who once hated computers end up becoming a computer tech guru with an ever-present smile on his face?
![B&W photo of Lai playing the guitar](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/anthony_lai_final.jpg)
Instructor supports indie musicians by performing covers of their songs
HFC music instructor Anthony Lai's renditions of three indie songs met with acclaim.
![headshot of Eisterhold](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/barb_eisterhold_photo.jpg)
Eisterhold promoted to Director of Financial Accounting at HFC
Long-time HFC employee Barb Eisterhold has been promoted to Director of Financial Accounting.
![Headshot of Chad Austin](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/chad-austin.jpg)
Get to Know HFC: Chad Austin, Career Services
Chad Austin has been connecting HFC students to careers since 2009. Learn more about how he sees the future of the field and student opportunities.
![Headshot of Pasiero](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/pasiero-new.jpg)
New IEMP coordinator finds a job with global impact
The innovative and difference-making IEMP coordinator job at HFC was one of the most appealing in the nation, says Pasiero. It is also the first time he has seen trees without their leaves.
![Headshot of Tade](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/2021-02-tade-600x440.jpg)
HFC welcomes Mark Tade as Assistant Director of Employee and Labor Relations
Former nuclear submarine officer and lawyer Mark Tade joins the College as Assistant Director of Employee and Labor Relations
![Split photo of Bailey and his book's cover image.](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/bailey-600x440_1.jpg)
Retired HFC professor publishes a “memoir in essays”
"Get Thee to a Bakery" chronicles retired HFC English professor's traveling and culinary adventures.
![Headshot of Britney Underwood](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/underwood.jpg)
HFC welcomes new admissions recruiter Britney Underwood
Underwood's experiences at other institutions, combined with insights from her teammates, will inform and inspire her work at HFC.
![Adam Hazlett](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/hazlett.jpg)
Instructor with Appalachian roots enjoys his work with HFC students
Dr. Adam R. Hazlett has a unique career story.
![](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/smyrski.jpg)
Smyrski appointed interim dean of HFC’s School of Liberal Arts
Larry Smyrski will serve as the interim dean of Liberal Arts until June.
![](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2020/michael-meade.jpg)
Trustee Dr. Michael Meade reflects on 40 years of College service as he retires from the Board
Dr. Michael Meade confident HFC is in good hands as he retires from the Board of Trustees.
![](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2020/lane.jpg)
Longest-serving Trustee Mary Lane reflects on 20 years as she retires from the Board
Mary Lane looks back at her 20 years on the HFC Board of Trustees.
![](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/alsadah.jpg)
Governor Whitmer appoints HFC professor to Commission on Middle Eastern American Affairs
HFC's Abdulhakem Alsadah was recently appointed to the statewide commission, which advises the Governor.
![Terri Hagen](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/terri-hagen.jpg)
HFC Talent Acquisition Coordinator passes SHRM-CP exam
Terri Hagen took advantage of quiet evenings and weekends during the lockdown studying for the SHRM-CP exam, which she recently passed.
![Headshot of Harvell](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2021/kalvin_harvell.jpg)
Harvell accepted into U-M’s Diversity Scholars Network
Harvell plans to enhance scholarship due to recent acceptance into U-M's Diversity Scholars Network.
![](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2020/mcdonald-rader.jpg)
John McDonald elected to 22nd consecutive term as union president
McDonald discusses his goals as he enters his 42nd year as president of the HFC Federation of Teachers, Local 1650.