Alumni

Image of Frank Turchan II wearing his chef's jacket and a charcoal background.

Michigan Chefs de Cuisine names two-time HFC alumnus Chef of the Year

HFC alumnus Frank Turchan II is the Campus Executive Chef for U-M in Ann Arbor. He was recently named Chef of the Year by the Michigan Chefs de Cuisine.
Instructor Kris Young and ASSET automotive program students looking under the hood of a vehicle.

2024 Partners Breakfast focuses on automotive programs

HFC leaders, faculty, and alumni will share information and resources about careers in the auto industry at the annual Partners Breakfast March 12. Sign up by March 9.
Portrait of Natalie Nichols.

HawkStrong: Alumna and current student Natalie Nichols strives to treat her patients like family

Still a graphic artist at heart, Nichols was inspired to become a nurse after a family member’s care experience. Now she strives to help patients brighten their worst days.
Adriana Sanchez who has long dark hair and wearing a white tee. To the right is the Pottery Making Illustrated magazine cover showing hands working with clay.

HawkStrong: alumna Adriana Sanchez’s artwork appears in national magazine

“Pottery Making Illustrated” highlighted alumna's artwork in a recent issue of the magazine.
A headshot of Regina DeSanto. She has long brown hair and is wearing a white blouse.

HawkStrong: alumna Regina DeSanto splits time between two fantastic careers

HFC alumna Regina DeSanto has the best of both worlds, working as both an award-winning realtor and physical therapist assistant.
Two students working on a car

Kelly Services on campus, recruiting automotive students

Kelly Services will be onsite, recruiting automotive students and alumni at HFC Feb. 1.
Marlene Wojtowicz, in a pink and grey argyle sweater, sits at her desk.

“It’s been a good ride” – Marlene Wojtowicz retires from HFC

After more than 20 years at HFC, Marlene Wojtowicz will retire February 29, 2024.
Jeremy Tabor and volunteers with their therapy dogs in holiday clothing and Santa hats.

Jeremy Tabor shares his dogs to cheer up the sick

Every month, Jeremy Tabor brings his greyhounds to area hospitals to visit patients, which makes their day.
Robert Nash in front of two keyboards and an outdoor audience.

HawkStrong: Robert Nash engages communities through volunteer work and music

Greening of Detroit volunteer coordinator, musician, and HFC alumnus Robert Nash says music calls on the inner parts of humanity to help make all of us better.
Five people surrounded by a snowy frame, standing in front of the HFC seal

President’s Holiday Video 2023

President Kavalhuna and a special guest share reflections and wish you a joyous and peaceful holiday season.
Sophia Beydoun, center, surrounded by students.

Long-time nursing instructor Sophia Beydoun retires

Sophia Beydoun, a 3-time HFC alumna who has taught nursing at the College since 1996, will retire Dec. 18.
Emmanuel Orozco Castellanos

HawkPride: HFC alumnus named 2024 Rhodes Scholar

Emmanuel Orozco Castellanos is the first HFC alumnus to win the internationally prestigious scholarship.
Katie, Will, and Angela smiling at the camera.

HawkStrong: Angela Armstrong, who graduated summa cum laude from HFC, inspired her two children to enroll at HFC

Thanks to Michigan Reconnect, Angela Armstrong applied to HFC. She graduated this year, earning a degree in social work and counseling.
Patty Goodall at her pottery wheel with a clay bowl.

Get to Know HFC: Patty Goodell is an unsung hero of Fine Arts

Patty Goodell works hard behind the scenes to make sure the ceramics studio and the Sisson Art Gallery run smoothly.
Outdoor photo of new faculty members

HFC welcomes new music faculty members

The next great era in HFC music education begins with the addition of three new music faculty members who have great ideas for the future of HFC's Music department.
Portrait of Steve Littleton, new head coach for the Hawks softball team.

HFC introduces Steve Littleton as the new softball coach

The HFC softball team's new head coach plans to continue the momentum of the team and bring a family ethic to the job.
Centurium Frost wearing a mask and sitting in front of a pottery wheel with ceramics in the background.

Get to Know HFC: Centurium Frost uses clay as a “love letter to Detroit”

A class required for graduation led HFC alumnus Centurium Frost to start his career journey in pottery.
Three business people interacting at an expo.

Meet 120+ employers at HFC’s Career Expo

Looking for a job? Attend the HFC Career Expo on Oct. 19. More than 120 employers will be on site, looking for new team members.
Portrait of Tia Atoui.

HawkStrong: Tia Atoui named Outstanding Biology Student

Aspiring doctor and Outstanding Biology Student called her experience at HFC “phenomenal.”
Portrait of Karen Larson-Voltz.

Get to Know HFC: Alumna Karen Larson-Voltz brings international arts experience to her teaching

HFC nurtured Karen Larson-Voltz's passion for visual arts and higher education. She has taught at the College since 2011.
Portrait of Henry Ford College alumnus Jim Nemeth.

HawkStrong: alumnus and veteran appointed CEO of Oakleaf Surgical Hospital

Jim Nemeth says his clinical skills may have been born in the Army, but his leadership skills were born at HFC.
Portrait of Scott Still.

Get to Know HFC: Scott Still understands the journey of non-traditional students

Once a non-traditional student himself, HFC instructor Scott Still relates to the opportunities and challenges of adult students.
Portrait of photographer Lance Rosol holding a vintage photo.

HFC alumnus hosts “Uncle Stan’s Vintage Photography” of famous people; public invited

HFC alumnus Lance Rosol will host a presentation of his uncle's iconic photos of famous Hollywood celebrities, politicians, and professional athletes Sept. 6.
Photo of HFC alumna and artist Paige Deon.

HawkStrong: Paige Deon’s artwork displayed at Ann Arbor Art Fair for 2nd year

HFC alumna Paige Deon had a successful showing at Ann Arbor Art Fair, one of the nation's premier art fair events with artists from all over the world.