News Archive

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September is National Self-Care Awareness Month

September is National Self-Care Awareness Month. We encourage you to make self-care a priority even as you manage your schoolwork, job, and family responsibilities.
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HFC and Rocket Companies host Women in Business networking event

HFC and Rocket Companies, with keynote speaker Jade Ortiz, will host the inaugural Women in Business networking event at the College on Sept. 20.
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HFC holds auditions for “Dear Harvey” September 9

All HFC and UM-Dearborn students are welcome to audition for "Dear Harvey" Sept. 9. You do not need to have previous acting experience.
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Governor Whitmer reappoints President Kavalhuna to statewide workforce development board

Governor Whitmer reappointed HFC President Kavalhuna to another 4-year term on this board to lead statewide workforce development. He is the sole community college president on the board.
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Student Activities invites you to Welcome Back Days September 17-19

Get involved! Welcome Back Days offers information, fun, and connections with free activities and events for students of all ages.
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Alumnus excited to return to HFC to teach app development

HFC alumnus Sabit Islam is working on his bachelor's degree, developing an innovative communications app, and now returning to help out by mentoring students starting to learn app development.
London Howard is a 9 year old girl wearing her hair up in a floral dress and denim vest. Next to her picture is the cover of her book "The Princess Who Loves Sports" a princess wearing a gown and holding multiple sports equipment.

Nine-year-old author to read her children’s book at HFC

London Howard, a 9-year-old published author, will visit HFC with her mother. She will read from the book she wrote and take questions.
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Learning Lab’s Fall 2024 schedule of study skills workshops

Start off the semester by improving your study skills and managing your time, to avoid stress and difficulties later. Our workshops can help!
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HFC’s Detroit Promise celebrates 63 graduates

HFC's Detroit Promise announces the largest class to graduate (63 students) since it began in 2016.
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HFC houses Dearborn Adult and Community Education

This fall, the Dearborn Public Schools Adult and Community Education has a new home at HFC.
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Christopher Serrano wins Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship

HFC student Christopher Serrano one of about 200 national recipients of the Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship.
 Cortney Rinehart, Mariam Fawaz, and Anthony Preston represented HFC at the  Rubin Community Workshop 2024 in California.

Astronomy students connect to national researchers and cutting-edge technology

Three HFC students advocated for greater inclusion of under-resourced students studying astrophysics at the Rubin Community Workshop.
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HFC Students: Register to vote! We can help.

HFC's voter registration drive allows you to register to make your voice heard on Election Day.
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WHFR DJ receives inaugural “Making Waves” award

Joe Sullivan received the inaugural "Making Waves" award for his years of service and dedication to WHFR Radio.

State of the College video, August 2024

The semi-annual State of the College meeting was held August 20, 2024 in Forfa Auditorium.
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Volunteers still needed for Discover Day on September 20

To make Discover Day a success for our 1,200 visiting students, volunteers are essential. Please sign up today!
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Board of Trustees meeting, August 26

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
 HFC music instructor Anthony Lai works alongside HFC music student Andrew Cutting at last year’s HFC-24.

HFC's fine arts programs host 24-hour arts innovation for second year

HFC-24 is an innovative 24-hour collaborative arts project, bringing together all Fine Arts departments. Don't miss the results at a public showing on Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m.
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HFC welcomes Dr. Naser Abumustafa, international scholar, as BEPD associate dean

Dr. Naser Abumustafa brings more than 22 years of experience to HFC as one of two new Associate Deans in BEPD.
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HFC welcomes Dr. Sašo Krstovski, auto industry expert, as BEPD associate dean

Dr. Sašo Krstovski brings nearly 30 years at Ford to his new role as an associate dean in the School of Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development.
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Remembering Officer Mohamed Said, proud HFC alumnus

The HFC community mourns and remembers Melvindale Police Officer Mohamed Said.
Lauryn Bolden, smiling and wearing a taupe business jacket with a white collared shirt, sitting on a blue chair.

Completing the PC3 set HFC student Lauryn Bolden on pharmacy career path

A summer program at U-M sparked her interest in a career in pharmacogenetics.
Raymond Lozano portrait.

Military veteran Lozano strives to revitalize Southwest Detroit

Ray Lozano has dedicated his life to service, particularly to the Hispanic community in Detroit.
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HFC welcomes Michele Shelton as Assistant Director of Talent Management

Michele Shelton has been inspired by professional roles that meet a need, resolve a problem, make things better, and give people a sense of empowerment and growth.