Alumni

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Alumna Sulian Larmond officially becomes an American citizen

HFC International Admissions Associate becomes an American citizen after nearly 10 years in the USA.
Keambra Pierson

Associate Dean publishes article in Inside Higher Ed

Associate Dean Keambra Pierson’s “Inside Higher Ed” article focuses on the role of associate deans in higher education.
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Mellon Foundation grants $3.4 million to HFC/U-M transfer program

A new $3.4 million grant will help more in-state students successfully transfer to the University of Michigan Ann Arbor in the humanities.
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HFC remembers Rick Goward

The HFC community mourns the loss of longtime HFC music instructor Rick Goward.
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HFC Partners Breakfast March 24

Join us at the annual partners breakfast to hear HFC faculty and alumni speak about careers in the health profession.
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HFC gave Isis Hang confidence to pursue civil engineering

After long hours of work, Isis Hang chose her own path, getting a second chance at academics at HFC.
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Award-winning nursing alumna featured in Ascension commercial

Donetta Hartley is honored to be part of a public health campaign to encourage patients to take care of their holistic health.
John McDonald

January 16: Celebrating the life of John McDonald

People will gather in person and virtually to remember the life and legacy of Local 1650 President John McDonald on Sunday, Jan. 16.
Amer Ghalib, first Muslim mayor of Hamtramck Michigan

Making history: HFC alumnus is Hamtramck’s first Muslim mayor

Historical firsts: Hamtramck swears in its first Muslim mayor, who is an HFC alumnus. It also swears in an all-Muslim City Council.
Emerging Detroit artist/former HFC student Jonathan Harris

HFC alumnus enters national conversation as painting goes viral

Jonathan Harris’ painting, “Critical Race Theory,” is a flashpoint for national dialog about how history is perceived and taught.

Farewell to Dr. Susan Shunkwiler

HHS founding Dean Dr. Susan Shunkwiler got her start at HFC, and is coming full circle to conclude her career with a well-earned retirement from the College.
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HawkPride: Alumna plans to attend law school after earning her MBA

HFC was Keirra Scott's third try at higher education. This time, she found the right path. Now, she's out to make a difference in others' lives.
Dr. Doyle Ford

Dr. Doyle Ford retires from government service, aspires to teach

After a successful career in the Marines, the Border Patrol, and the U.S. Department of Labor, Ford wants to give back through teaching.
Dr. Antoine M. Garibaldi

“Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through Film, Video, and Podcast” is a new series from ReBUILDetroit

New ReBUILDetroit series of podcasts discusses a variety of topic centering around diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Get to Know HFC: Kelly Baratono

Kelly Baratono has spent her entire career at HFC, beginning a month after she graduated from high school.
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Get to Know HFC: Lisa Fillip

Lisa Fillip is the first-ever CRM Manager at HFC.
Jodi Kenney and her husband Scott

Get to Know HFC: Jodi Kenney

One of the original frontline Welcome Center staff, HFC alumna Jodi Kenney loves giving back to the community.
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HFC alumnus is No. 1 intern at Northwestern Mutual’s regional office

Giovanni Baiocco aspires to a career in professional sales, getting his start as one of Northwestern Mutual's top interns nationally.
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Get to Know HFC: Cynthia Smith

Smith learned what it means to support student success when she was enrolled at HFC. She brings that spirit to her role in Enrollment Services.
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HFC alumni elected or reelected in Dearborn and Metro Detroit

Many local elected officials have ties to HFC.
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“Hawk Talk” Nov. 16 features cybersecurity consultant Sakinah Tanzil

Cybersecurity specialist/author/alumna Sakinah Tanzil is the guest speaker at the first "Hawk Talk" Nov. 16.
Finnley Culhane

Aspiring lawyer begins her education at HFC – just like her mother

Finnley Culhane says enrolling at HFC "seemed like destiny." Her mother, Teena, is an alumna and an instructor.
Amir El-Aswad

HFC alumnus joins 180-year-old law firm in Detroit

HFC gave Amir El-Aswad the foundation he needed for law school and his dream career as a litigator.
HFC alumnus John Shelton

HFC alumnus has taught special ed across the country

Michael Shelton gained a passion for special education through a personal experience with a badly burned classmate.