News Archive

Collection of caps and lids in a bag and container.

Plastic bottlecap and lid collection ends May 31

Sustainable HFC is collecting bottlecaps and lids, which will be recycled into 5 benches on the main campus. The collection will conclude May 31.
Asia Mohamed Al-Jalal in her graduation gown with her 9 year old son at her side.

HawkStrong: HFC instructor and alumna proudly earns her doctorate

The first in her family to earn bachelor's and master's degrees, Asia Mohamed Al-Jalal recently earned her doctorate (one of her 5 college credentials) and is a proud ELI instructor at HFC.
Memorial Day graphic with red, white, and blue and Memorial Day Remember and Honor text

Memorial Day: President’s video

President Kavalhuna and HFC staff member Juanita Van Raden talk about the history and meaning of Memorial Day.
Kayla Kerr and Gabbie Kelly-Powell at the NFL Draft in downtown Detroit.

HFC Cisco students worked behind the scenes at the NFL Draft

HFC students Kayla Kerr and Gabbie Kelly-Powell represented the HFC Cisco program at the NFL Draft in Detroit by assisting behind the scenes.
A headshot of Sylvia Santana wearing glasses, a white ruffled top, and black blazer against a blue background.

Join us as Senator Santana hosts “Coffee and Conversation”

Please join State Senator Sylvia Santana for “Coffee and Conversation” at HFC on June 21. Refreshments provided.
An all white service dog wearing a harness and lying on the ground.

Join Us: Service Animal Awareness info session

Adriza Caesar, Assisted Learning Services Counselor, will speak to the public about how service animals assist the ADA community.
Aerial shot of Henry Ford College's student center in the fall.

How HFC will use $3 million in earmarked Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS)

HFC will use $3 million for numerous updates and renovations to its main campus as part of its SEMSSC project.
Marc Salamat sitting in a black suit with a lilac dress shirt and tie, smiling and adjusting watch.

HawkStrong: Marc Salamat wins prestigious scholarship for the second time

Marc Salamat, who has won a prestigious Detroit Athletic Scholarship twice, aspires to a career in physical therapy.
Chardin Claybourne on the left and Soliman Touelh on the right.

HawkStrong: Soliman Touelh receives national Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship

Soliman Touelh wins the Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship and will transfer to U-M this fall.
Headshot of Ali Seblini in a black suit with grey plaid tie.

HawkStrong: Seblini named Outstanding Biology Student, aspires to medical career

Ali Seblini encourages students to pursue difficult subjects. This fall, he will transfer to U-M and hopes to become a doctor.
Ashley Smith checking a car engine.

Ashley Smith becomes Faculty Chair of Automotive Technology / ASSET

Ashley Smith is the first female faculty chair of the Automotive Tech/ASSET programs at HFC.
Henry Ford College seal on blue field

Board of Trustees meeting, May 20

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
Rana Zeineddine and friend posing and smiling for a picture with school decor in the background.

HawkStrong: Aspiring teacher delves into the elementary school experience

Rana Zeineddine put in 100 service hours in at William Ford Elementary, more than double the amount required.
Fox 2 news anchor Roop Raj with MCA students in studio

Media Communication Arts offers rare combo of top-tier study and real-world practice

The name of HFC's Media Communication Arts program has changed to reflect the state-of-the-art, hands-on training for students aspiring to a career in media.
Portrait of Mama Jatu with long hair and earrings, in blue headdress and blue tunic, in front of a large colorful folding fan.

Juneteenth celebration and storytelling with Mama Jatu

Co-sponsored by Henry Ford College, Oakland Community College, and Macomb Community College, this online event is open to everyone. Let us know you're coming!
Side-by-side images of the two commencement speakers. Left: Emmanuel Orozco Castellanos. Right:Assad Turfe.

Congratulations, HFC Class of 2024!

Hundreds of HFC students graduated on May 4. Videos and photos are now online.
HFC Cuilinary student wearing white chef coat and holding a tray of food.

Join us: Discover Hospitality Career Fair

Open to the public: Onsite interviews. Education and career opportunities. Join us for the May 20 Discover Hospitality Career Fair.
Dr. Gerald Walker is smiling and waving, wearing a bike helmet and pirple and black cyclist gear.

Dr. Gerald Walker looks forward to cycling more, now that he has retired

Dr. Gerald Walker has grand plans for more time on his bike, including competitions, in the coming months and years.
Cast group shot.

HFC Theatre concludes year with run of student-directed one-act plays

HFC Theatre ends 2023-24 on a high note in a year filled with innovative and transformative productions.
A headshot of Dr. Jehad Alayasa

Fulbright Scholar to discuss educational policies for refugees

Fulbright Scholar Dr. Jehad Alayasa will speak about social development and reconstructing the education system in Arab countries during his visit to HFC.
Illustration of an odometer.

Electronic mileage form is now required for all mileage reimbursements

As of June 1, all mileage reimbursement forms will need to be submitted electronically.
Heads shots of Zuri Jamal (l) and Sydney Lane (r)

Two HFC students nominated for prestigious Irene Ryan Excellence in College Acting Scholarship

Zuri Jamal and Sydney Lane are both nominated for the prestigious acting scholarship; Jamal for the second time in two years.
Portrait of Reco Spencer.

Get to Know HFC: Reco Spencer mentors Detroit Promise students

Detroit Promise Transition Specialist Reco Spencer enjoys helping students cross the finish line at HFC.