News Archive

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Board of Trustees meeting, September 18

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on September 18, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.

WHFR hosts 14th Annual Record Show

The WHFR Record Show, one of the Midwest's premier shows of its kind, will be Saturday, Oct. 21, at HFC. Come join the fun and look for some amazing finds.
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Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna and John Michael Sefel share the background and meaning of the 10 Jewish High Holy Days.
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HFC-24: Fine Arts hosts innovative 24-hour collaborative arts project

HFC-24 marks the first full collaboration between Theatre, Telecommunication, Graphic Design, Studio Art, and Music. The results will be presented to the public at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30. Don't miss it!
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HawkStrong: alumnus and veteran appointed CEO of Oakleaf Surgical Hospital

Jim Nemeth says his clinical skills may have been born in the Army, but his leadership skills were born at HFC.
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HFC and First Step host “Everyone Knows Someone” domestic violence webinar

Participants will learn about the services First Step provides to domestic violence survivors in a live webinar on Oct. 4.
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Federally mandated Title IX training for HFC employees and students

The federal government requires all HFC students and employees to undertake online training so you will know your rights and responsibilities under the Title IX law.

Discover Day

1,400 high school students will be on campus for this fantastic event to learn more about HFC.
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Al Burrell retires from HFC after 31 years

Al Burrell concludes a long ITS career at HFC, preparing to reinvent himself in retirement.
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HFC has 19 new HyFlex classrooms for an on-the-fly combination of in-person and remote learning

19 new HyFlex classrooms on the main campus will offer innovative ways to access, deliver, and engage in the learning process.
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HFC welcomes College Completion Coach Todd Hakim

New College Completion Coach encourages HFC to step out of their comfort zones.
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22 years after 9/11: bringing out the best in each other

President Kavalhuna reflects on the meaning of 9/11. Being our best selves honors the legacy of sacrifice and unity. “This College stands on the promise that every student – at any age, from any background, with any dream – can succeed and have a better life through public education.”
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Get to Know HFC: Ty Collins came out of retirement because he missed working with students

A decorated military veteran and long-term counselor, Collins brings myriad skills to his role to help students succeed.
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Phi Theta Kappa meetings for the Fall 2023 semester

Everyone is invited as PTK begins its weekly meetings for the Fall 2023 semester, starting Monday, Sept. 11, at 3:00 p.m.
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Join your Student Council: key leadership roles are open

Get involved in Student Council and let your voice to be heard in the College community.
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Career Services presents Culinary Recruiting Sessions with The Henry

The Henry Autograph Collection is recruiting Culinary workers. Come to the recruiting sessions on either September 12 or September 27.
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Career Services presents Detroit Police Department Recruiting Fair

The Detroit Police Department is recruiting new officers and support staff. Come to the recruiting event on Sept. 12 to learn more.
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Career Services and Henry Ford Health Systems host Nursing Open Recruitment Fair

Henry Ford Health System-Wyandotte is recruiting Registered Nurses from HFC. Come to the recruiting session on September 18.
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Career Services presents The Townsend Culinary Recruitment Session

The Townsend Hotel is recruiting Culinary Arts students. Come to the recruiting session on September 20.
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Get to Know HFC: For Shaun Stevens, student success is personal

Assistant Registrar Shaun Stevens takes student success personally. Seeing students graduate is the best part of his job.
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After a summer directing in New York City, John Michael Sefel prepares for a great year with HFC Theatre

HFC Director of Theatre Dr. John Michael Sefel is excited about the innovative and community-based theatre projects scheduled for the 2023-24 academic year.
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Get to Know HFC: Scott Still understands the journey of non-traditional students

Once a non-traditional student himself, HFC instructor Scott Still relates to the opportunities and challenges of adult students.
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“Thinking Outside the Bot” symposium on Artificial Intelligence

Learn more about A.I. and its growing impact on higher education at the September 15 “Thinking Outside the Bot” symposium.
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HFC welcomes Campus Safety Officer Gregory Coates

Coates brings experience from higher education and other fields to his service-focused work at HFC.