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An influence that will continue for decades: Farewell to Dean Jennifer Ernst
Dr. Jennifer Ernst started her own educational journey at a community college, and said, "Every opportunity I’ve had since my early college days is rooted in that one chance, that one moment, that one opportunity."
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Building America: HFC retirees publish stories of local immigrants
HFC retirees co-author a book featuring 31 immigration stories.
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Fifty-One O One open for carry-out for HFC employees
The student-run Fifty-One O One restaurant is now open for carry-out meals for HFC employees T-TH until Dec. 3.
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Student Services Spotlight: the Bone Room
The Learning Lab's Bone Room is a favorite resource for HFC students. "Gale Interactive: Human Anatomy" serves as online substitute during the pandemic.
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HFC Votes! Learn how to register, and how to vote
HFC is holding its 2020 Voter Registration Drive virtually this year. Check out our events and activities.
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HFC in the family: aspiring chef becomes a pharmacist while sister shines in culinary arts
Alumnus originally planned to go into culinary arts, but became a pharmacist instead.
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HawkPride: HFC alumnus wins Blue Ribbon Award for UROP project
After winning the Blue Ribbon Award for his UROP project, Yazan Alheresh enrolled at UDM on a full-ride scholarship.
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HawkPride: Ford F-150 designer talks blood, sweat, and tears
Since 2011, HFC alumnus Rob Brancheau has worked on the F-150, Ford's flagship pickup truck for more than 40 years.
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HFC in the family: alumna lives culinary dream at Mercy Chefs, brother chooses pharmacy
Culinary Institute of America / HFC alumna’s path has brought her into a leadership role with Mercy Chefs, a national relief organization.
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Oktoberfest carry-out meal pick-up day
Fifty-One O One restaurant is serving a special Oktoberfest feast through pre-order carryout. Order online by Oct. 12 and pick up on Oct. 21.
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Student Services Spotlight: Counseling
The HFC Counseling Office has redoubled its efforts to assist and support students during the pandemic.
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on Hispanic Heritage Month 2020.
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2020 Annual Retirement Benefits Guide and Meaningful Notice Plan information – 403(b) and 457(b)
The 2020 Annual Retirement Benefits Guide and Meaningful Notice Plan information brochure are now available. We encourage all employees to review them.
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HFC Softball wants YOU!!
The Hawks softball team is recruiting new players, particularly pitchers, for the 2020-21 season.
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Meet 100+ employers at the HFC Virtual Career Expo Oct. 23
This virtual event is open only to HFC students and alumni. Registration is required; RSVP today!
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Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur: the High Holy Days of the Jewish year
President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the Jewish high holidays at a time when observances are affected by the pandemic.
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Board of Trustees meeting (via Zoom), September 21, 2020
The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting via Zoom videoconferencing technology on September 21, 2020, at 7:00 p.m.
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HFC students chosen to provide robotics demo for Ivanka Trump, Mary Barra at GM Tech Center
HFC electrical apprentices were chosen from among 300 peers to put on a robotics demonstration for a group of dignitaries at the GM Tech Center.
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Honoring a Friend: The Monica Echeverri Casarez Scholarship
The Monica Echeverri Casarez Scholarship is permanently endowed to provide an annual scholarship for women with a heart for social justice who are interested in health careers.
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HFC partners with the state to provide Futures for Frontliners free-tuition program
Front line workers in our state now have a path to a tuition-free degree at Henry Ford College. The deadline to sign up is Dec. 31.
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September 11: Inclusion and connection after tragedy
President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the meaning of September 11 during this strange and challenging year in our society.
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Fall CARES Act funding still available to qualifying HFC students
Funding from the federal CARES Act is available to qualifying students to defray expenses relating to coronavirus.
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Virtual Fall 2020 Welcome Back Days: Sept. 14-19
Join HFC for Virtual 2020 Welcome Back Days. We will offer many fun, informative, supportive, and entertaining programs online.
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Celebrating the contributions of Labor to the American workforce
Labor Day is an important holiday for Henry Ford College, as we commemorate and celebrate the many contributions of labor unions to our community and our country.