News Archive

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From President Kavalhuna: Wishing you joy and fulfillment

President Kavalhuna reflects on the heart and soul of Henry Ford College as we enter the holiday break.
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Sign up to help new students Jan. 7 and 8

The Employee Recognition and Engagement Committee asks for your help, to help new students navigate our campus and meet friendly people.
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Army veteran, skydiver, Hapkido grand master develops his own form of martial arts

Marshall Gagne's Won Moo Do merges techniques of various martial arts, including Tae Kwan Do and Hapkido.
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Kiwanitalk with President Kavalhuna: Why Henry Ford College?

This 30-minute video showcases President Kavalhuna's leadership and the advantages Henry Ford College offers our students and community.
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HFC professor authors textbook on Arab art

Dr. Hashim Al-Tawil, an art history professor at HFC, recently wrote a textbook for his Art 227 class.
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Local 1650 honors John McDonald in his 40th year as union president

John McDonald celebrates 40 years as president of Local 1650, the HFC faculty union. A Library of Labor Studies collection has been established in his honor.
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Thank you, Henry Ford College community, from John Carroll

"It takes everyone to bring out the greatness in this institution," says new retiree John Carroll.
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HFC wrestler the first to win Art Kraft Memorial title

Sophomore Dominic Mancina is the first Hawk to win a title at Art Kraft Memorial.
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Please contribute to the HFC Year-End Campaign

Please do not forgot to donate to the HFC Year End Campaign
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HFC’s EMS program achieves 100% pass rate, receives full 5-year accreditation

The HFC EMS/Paramedic program had a 100% pass rate on this year's exam, and also earned a 5-year full accreditation
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HFC mentioned in Pulitzer prize-winner's latest thriller

HFC gets a shout-out in Bryan Gruley's latest novel, "Bleak Harbor."
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HFC Theatre: One-Act Comedy Festival Dec. 13-15

The 38-seat Studio Theatre creates a close-knit setting for a weekend of comedy.
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HFC Winter Break: campuses will be closed Dec. 22 through Jan. 1

Campus operations will resume Jan. 2; the first day of Winter classes is Jan. 7.
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Outlook: what to know, and how to get help

Employee email and calendaring has been moved to Outlook. Learn more, including how to use the web version, and how to get online and in-person training.

HFC alumni named Dearborn Volunteers of the Year

HFC alumni Bob and Barb Hayes were named Volunteers of the Year by the City of Dearborn.
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From music to medicine: music is her passion; nursing is her calling

HFC student Jasmine Young is majoring in both music and nursing.
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HFC ceramics students at 2018 Potters Market Nov. 30-Dec. 2

HFC ceramics students will participate in the 2018 Potters Market this weekend at the Southfield Pavilion.
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Big Desk Calendar needs your events for 2019

Send us your 2019 dates, so the HFC Big Desk Calendar can be as useful as possible! Deadline for 2019-2020 dates is Dec. 14.
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State of the College follows pancake breakfast Thursday, January 3

A pancake breakfast ($7 each) will precede President Kavalhuna's presentation on the State of the College, Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019.
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From President Kavalhuna: Why I Am Grateful for You

This is a great time to reflect on the people in our lives who make us grateful. I am grateful for you.
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Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society welcomes new members

The Phi Theta Kappa honor society chapter at HFC, Alpha Xi Mu, is celebrating its 30th year, and inducted new members Nov. 16.
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HFC alumnus, instructor opens new coffeehouse in Howell

Kevin Ridge's experiences with bitter coffee convinced him there had to be a better way. So he created Blend 26: homage to the atomic number of iron.