![HFC President Russ Kavalhuna, Student Council VP Georgia Cotter, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II, Student Council President Baraka Elmadari at Henry Ford College on June 17.](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2019/gilchrist-kavalhuna-cotter-elmadari.jpg)
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist talks about the IT skills gap, workforce diversity during visit to HFC
Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II joined several other government, business, and education leaders to talk about the IT skills gap and see HFC students in action.
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What Independence Day means
President Kavalhuna shares his thoughts about the meaning of America's Independence Day.
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What LGBTQ Pride Month means
President Kavalhuna explains the history and meaning of Pride Month.
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Why Juneteenth matters
June 19, or Juneteenth, is the oldest-known celebration commemorating the abolition of slavery in the United States.
![EMU Regent Mary Treder Lang and EMU President James Smith present the resolution to HFC President Russell Kavalhuna.](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2019/lang-kavalhuna-smith.jpg)
Eastern Michigan University congratulates HFC on 80 years of service to students and our community
EMU recognizes HFC's 80 years of excellence, and the student-centered partnership between the two institutions.
![HFC President Russ Kavalhuna, Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Macomb Community College President Jim Sawyer at the Mackinac Policy Conference.](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2019/kavalhuna-whitmer-sawyer.jpg)
President Kavalhuna meets Governor Whitmer, college and business leaders
The Mackinac Policy Conference provided opportunities for government, college, and business leaders to talk about statewide issues and priorities.
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President Kavalhuna talks about skilled trades on Mackinac Policy Conference panel
President Kavalhuna headlines Mackinac Policy Conference panel on addressing the skilled trades gap.
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What Memorial Day means
Memorial Day has only been an official holiday since 1971, but its legacy belongs to all service members. President Kavalhuna shares his reflections.
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What Ramadan means, and how we can support our Muslim community
This is part of a new series about major cultural and spiritual observances that reflect our diverse community.
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HFC honors retirees at annual retirement luncheon
HFC bids retirees from the past year a fond farewell.
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Congratulations, 2019 Henry Ford College graduates!
Nearly 1,500 graduates were eligible to walk at HFC Commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 4, 2019. Congratulations, graduates!
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Video: Governor Whitmer congratulates HFC graduates
Governor Whitmer sent a video congratulations message to the 1,500 graduates eligible to receive degrees.
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While grieving renewed attacks, we can build a culture of connection
President Kavalhuna shares his thoughts about the College's response to the Sri Lanka attacks, and how we can create meaningful culture change.
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Henry Ford College 80th Anniversary Gala Celebration
Henry Ford College will host a grand celebration of its 80-year legacy at The Henry Hotel in Dearborn on April 26, 2019.
![Sylvia Santana gives a high five to Samantha Kavalhuna (held by her father, Russ)](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2019/wrl-russ-sylvia-sam-roxanne.jpg)
Women's Recognition Luncheon 2019 supports students, inspires community
HFC's annual luncheon is a high-class event that supports students and honors the value of women in leadership on our campuses and in our communities.
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150 HFC students join the 2019 Michigan Student Lobby
HFC had the most students of any college in attendance at the Michigan Student Lobby March 20.
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"Notable Women in HR" honoree Diane Antishin nominated by President Kavalhuna
DTE Energy's Diane Antishin is one of the 2019 honorees in Crain's Detroit Business' "Notable Women in HR." She was nominated by HFC President Russell Kavalhuna. Congratulations, Diane!
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President Kavalhuna's interview with "Through the Arsenal Gates"
In this 30-minute interview, President Russ Kavalhuna discusses his career, his family, and Henry Ford College with Glenn O'Kray of "Through the Arsenal Gates."
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Our community grieves together, and stands with our Muslim brothers and sisters
President Kavalhuna encourages all of us to show support and solidarity in the wake of yet another mass shooting.
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Youth leader and HFC student is an aspiring entrepreneur
HFC student and community youth leader aspires to open his own line of luxury clothing.
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer talks vision, closing the skills gap during visit to HFC
Governor Gretchen Whitmer toured HFC programs March 14, and talked about her vision for the State of Michigan and how HFC helps meet the state's needs.
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Condolences to our community following the death of HFC student Ahmed Altaii
HFC student Ahmed Altaii passed away March 9 while on spring break.
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President Kavalhuna: Community college is the right investment for Michigan
In an op ed in Crain's Detroit Business, President Kavalhuna makes the case for tuition-free community college to close the skills gap.
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From President Kavalhuna: Academic resources to help students succeed
Struggling in your classes due to College closures? Let us help. Henry Ford College offers many academic support resources to help students succeed.