News Archive

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Electronic W-4 forms in NEOED dashboard

HFC introduces an easier way to update your tax information.
HFC students outside campus main entrance sign

HFC hosts Welcome Day events for all new students

New to HFC? Please attend the Welcome Day events to learn more about your academic program.
Three HFC students walking out and away from the College Store.

College Store information for the Fall 2024 semester

As the Fall 2024 semester begins, The College Store will be open an extra hour Aug. 22-29 to make sure you have what you need to be successful.
Welcome Center building entrance with signage.

HFC helps new students “SOAR” with rapid orientation

New HFC students: we're offering SOAR orientation the weeks of Aug. 12 and Aug. 19 to help you prepare for Fall.
Graduates with HFC President Russ Kavalhuna.

The new Community College Guarantee scholarship covers HFC students’ in-district tuition

Michigan high school students who have graduated in 2023 and 2024 will be eligible to attend HFC through the Community College Guarantee.
George Rice III (left) wearing a dark suit jacket with a white collared shirt and Monica Marie Jones (right) wearing a white shirt, both smiling.

HFC Detroit Promise hosts the Promise Experience 2024

The Promise Experience 2024 is a kickoff event to bring HFC's Detroit Promise students together. The event is on-campus August 19.
Female student smiling and taking notes in class.

Summer N.E.T. for high school students enrolling at HFC

The summer Navigating Education Transitions program will help prepare high school students transition to HFC this fall.
Man pointing at a futuristic screen that reads GOALS.

September Course of the Month: “Set and Achieve Goals”

As the Fall 2024 begins, now is the ideal time to set some goals for the new academic year.
Ulliance employee speaking with an HFC employee at a benefit fair.

Human Resources hosts annual Employee Benefits Fair

At the August 28 Employee Benefits Fair, you can explore the best options for you and your family. You'll sign up for benefits during Open Enrollment in November.
Side profile photo of Sabrina Nelson.

Sabrina Nelson found her artistic career path through HFC

HFC prepared Sabrina Nelson to get into CCS, her dream school, while teaching her essential career and life skills.
Dr. Adam Hazlett has blonde hair and facial hair, wearing a white button down with a black background.

Dr. Adam Hazlett elected to Self-Advocates of Michigan Board of Directors

As a voice in the disability community, Dr. Adam Hazlett has been elected to the SAM Board of Directors.
Nick Paseiro is wearing a white button down shirt.

IEMP Coordinator Nicholas Paseiro moves into the “living classroom”

Nicholas Paseiro will use as HFC's main campus as a living classroom to bring students to the forefront of energy management.
Paul Stauder in a suit.

Alumnus Paul Stauder retires after long career in finance

Paul Stauder, who attended HFC, has worked with the College on various projects for decades. This summer, he will retire after a long career.
A woman in a hijab smiling and using the computer in the Welcome Center.

August 17 is Super Saturday! Join us on campus for all your enrollment needs

Join us on campus August 17 if you need help with financial aid, advising, orientation, class registration, financial aid, or anything related to enrolling at the College. We will meet you at the HFC Welcome Center any time from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Zeinab Badreddine is wearing a white hijab and a navy and white floral dress, posing outdoors.

Zeinab Badreddine plans a career in cancer research

After she graduates from HFC, Zeinab Badreddine will transfer to UM-Dearborn through the Learn4ward partnership.
Hilal Baalbak has reddish hair and is wearing a formal outfit with a silver chain.

Hilal Baalbaki embodies grit and determination, defying the odds

Hilal Baalbaki will not let anything stand in his way of becoming a physician -- not even cancer that was diagnosed during high school.
A headshot of Brandi Walthall-Johnson; her hair is up in a bun, she is wearing hoops and a pink and grey poncho.

HFC welcomes STEM Program Advising Specialist Brandi Walthall-Johnson

STEM Program Advising Specialist Brandi Walthall-Johnson thrives in the atmosphere of a community college.
A group of people who attended the COMO conference posing for a picture.

HFC’s first time hosting regional astronomy conference

HFC successfully hosted the Compact Objects conference for the first time, welcoming members from Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, and Ontario.
Dr. Cristina Bailey at her desk.

Dr. Cristina Bailey becomes the first Director of Health, Education, and Human Services

After five years as the Director of Academic Services, Dr. Cristina Bailey is appointed Director, Health, Education, and Human Services in HHS.
Portrait of Rehab Azab.

Rehab Azab, aspiring physician, benefits from Early College experience

HFEC alumna Rehab Azab will transfer to Wayne State this fall on her path toward eventually becoming a doctor.
All six colors of the Disability Pride Flag are muted. Red, yellow, white, blue, and green stripes on a black background.

July is Disability Pride Month

Disability Pride Month celebrates the history and achievements of people with disabilities.
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Independence Day: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna's holiday video series: The president and Robert Yahrmatter talk about the meaning of the Independence Day holiday (originally created in 2021).
 Alayna Kondraciuk has long medium blonde hair and is wearing a black shirt.

HFC welcomes back Alayna Kondraciuk, a long-term Hawk

HFC alumna Alayna Kondraciuk returns to the College as an Admissions Associate, hosting student and family tours and assisting students who apply to the College.