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From studio to stage: a collaboration between HFC music and recording arts
This is your opportunity to be part of a professionally produced recording in a winter-long music project.
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HFC and UM-Dearborn invite you to MLK Peace Rally Jan. 20
MLK Peace Rally on January 20 begins at UM-Dearborn and ends at HFC. Senator Santana, Dr. Kalvin Harvell and VP Holly Diamond will speak.
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Get to Know HFC: Dr. John Rietz and a lifetime passion of teaching English
Dr. John Rietz loves digging into topics with students such as, why do people use metaphors? What makes something a poem? How you do you communicate effectively?
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HawkStrong: Amal Harhara balances family, school to become a teacher
HFC faculty gave Harhara the confidence and skills she needed to pursue her dream of becoming a teacher.
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Get to Know HFC: Karen Sadanowicz
Interim Registrar works to make sure the enrollment processes for students go smoothly.
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Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group meetings for Winter 2022
The first Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group meeting this fall is Wednesday, Jan. 12, at noon via Zoom. All are invited.
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Join us for Welcome Back Days Jan. 25-26
Get the most out of your time as an HFC student! Join us for Welcome Back Days.
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2022 Mileage Rate gets mid-year adjustment
A mid-year adjustment for 2022 is 62.5 cents per mile for travel from July through December. Please submit mileage reimbursement requests on a monthly basis.
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John McDonald remembrances, by the HFC community
The HFC community reflects on the meaning of John McDonald's life and contributions at the College.
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January 16: Celebrating the life of John McDonald
People will gather in person and virtually to remember the life and legacy of Local 1650 President John McDonald on Sunday, Jan. 16.
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Making history: HFC alumnus is Hamtramck’s first Muslim mayor
Historical firsts: Hamtramck swears in its first Muslim mayor, who is an HFC alumnus. It also swears in an all-Muslim City Council.
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Farewell to Janice Bartos
Always pushing herself to do her best, HFC Nursing Program Coordinator Janice Bartos retired Dec. 31.
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HFC teams are looking for new Hawks
Three HFC sports teams are recruiting -- sign up today!
![Emerging Detroit artist/former HFC student Jonathan Harris](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2022/2022-0103-jonathan_harris_painting.jpg)
HFC alumnus enters national conversation as painting goes viral
Jonathan Harris’ painting, “Critical Race Theory,” is a flashpoint for national dialog about how history is perceived and taught.
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Sad news: John McDonald has passed away
President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the news that John McDonald has passed away.
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Remembering John McDonald
John McDonald served the College community for more than 50 years, until his passing in December 2021.
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HFC Winter Break: campuses will be closed Dec. 23 through Jan. 2
Full campus operations will resume January 3; the first day of Winter classes is January 10.
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Retired HFC professor publishes memoir about his childhood
Rick Bailey, a retired HFC English professor, recounts his childhood in his latest book.
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HFC and C-ASIST host a vaccine hesitancy public clinic Jan. 11
If you have questions or concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine or wish to get a booster shot, please attend this C-ASIST event on the HFC campus January 11.
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HFC and Dearborn Schools create program for adults without a high school diploma
You can complete your high school education and earn a college credential at the same time through the Eligible Career Pathways Program.
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Enroll for Winter! Get $25 per credit hour tuition assistance grant
HFC is providing funds through federal programs to save you hundreds of dollars on tuition this winter.
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Farewell to Dr. Susan Shunkwiler
HHS founding Dean Dr. Susan Shunkwiler got her start at HFC, and is coming full circle to conclude her career with a well-earned retirement from the College.
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HawkStrong: Overcoming health challenges, HFC student helps formerly incarcerated women
There is always hope when you have people supporting you to succeed, says Ava Renee Willis. Her non-profit provides support for formerly incarcerated women.
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Inclusive and Equitable Teaching at HFC: faculty PIC, January 2022
The faculty PIC committee will host a conference for all HFC employees on January 6, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. The event will include 3 workshops and a keynote address.