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Hanukkah: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna and Corinne Asher share the background and meaning of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah.
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Free jazz concert on campus Dec. 13

The December 13 jazz concert marks Anthony Lai's first time directing as faculty lead, and the first collaboration with Blue Fusion director Jiana Hunter.
Portrait of Hawk basketball players Chansey Willis, Jr. and Damarion Bonds.

HawkStrong: Two Hawks sign with D1 schools for the 2024-25 season

Hawks Chansey Willis, Jr. and Damarion Bonds will be Mid-American Conference rivals for the 2024-25 season, signing with Western Michigan and Central Michigan.
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HFC and Davenport University sign Learn4ward transfer agreement for online or on ground degrees

Students now have access to guaranteed transfer to Davenport University, where they may choose a fully-online bachelor's degree option after earning their HFC associate degree.
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Sign up for Faculty PIC, January 4, 2024

All employees are invited to attend this creativity-and-wellness conference hosted by the Faculty PIC committee on January 4, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
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HawkPride: HFC alumnus named 2024 Rhodes Scholar

Emmanuel Orozco Castellanos is the first HFC alumnus to win the internationally prestigious scholarship.
Hawks roller hockey player Dustin Foran playing against an opposing player.

Roller Hockey Club ranked #3 in NCRHA Top 25

Ranked #3 in the NCRHA Top 25, the HFC Roller Hockey Club is the only community college competing in the NCRHA.
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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.
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Open volleyball tryouts Dec. 17

The Hawks are looking for student athletes who will succeed in the classroom and on the court. Try out for volleyball on Dec. 17.
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HFC Chorus and Blue Fusion will perform Dec. 3 at St. Paul Lutheran Church

The HFC Chorus and Blue Fusion will combine their talents in a free public concert Dec. 3 at St. Paul Lutheran Church.
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PTK Infant Drive to support refugee mothers ends Dec. 8

Support the Phi Theta Kappa Infant Drive by providing items for babies of refugee mothers.
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Volunteer for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

Make a difference by volunteering on the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Jan. 15, 2024.
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Get to Know HFC: Mike Ball enjoys being part of the Dearborn community

Mike Ball applies his experiences as a Marine, police officer, and attorney to his duties as HFC Campus Safety Supervisor.
HFC physics and astronomy instructor Jesse Mason and his students viewing the sun on their solar system walk.

Solar System Walk gives students an idea of vastness of outer space

HFC instructor Jesse Mason uses billionth-scale models for the Solar System Walk, which introduces students to the nearly incomprehensible size of the solar system.
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Campus Safety chooses new security partner

Beginning in December, HFC will work with Allied Universal as its new security partner.
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Coping with holiday stress

For those who struggle during the holidays, the Counseling office has provided some tips to help you cope.
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Thanksgiving: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on how listening and connecting can make Thanksgiving -- and the world -- better for everyone.
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HFC’s Jesse Mason wins YouTube Silver Creator Award for his physics videos

HFC instructor's video series surpassed 100,000 subscribers (and more than 11 million views) on YouTube. He is also the creator of the first YouTube-based virtual experiment in physics.
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Board of Trustees meeting, November 20

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on November 20, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Reimagined HFC website, update #1

The HFC web team is working on a reimagined web presence for the College whose working title is “HawkCentral” due to the primary focus on everything students need to succeed. The goal is to launch in 2024.
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The Gift of Reading during the holiday season

Donate new, unwrapped books for children during this holiday season through the Local 1650 Gift of Reading Campaign by Dec. 8.
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Volunteers needed for “Good Luck on Finals” event

Volunteer for the "Good Luck on Finals" event Dec. 12-14 to support our students during their exams.
Kourtney Collins takes a selfie with Theatre director, John Sefel in the Adray Auditorium.

HawkStrong: Kourtney Collins sees Theatre as a crash course in dedication and teamwork

As a student, actor, director, and club president, Kourtney Collins has earned the respect of the HFC Theatre program faculty and staff.
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Get to Know HFC: Rosemary Miketa utilizes technology to help non-native speakers learn English

A native of Australia, HFC CTEI co-director Rosemary Miketa understands the cultures associated with immigration and the challenges of learning a new language.