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Biology instructor’s 60-foot jellyfish highlights crisis of plastic in oceans
HFC instructor combines her love of biology and art in an artistic statement about the dangers of plastic polluting the ocean.
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Jewish Ensemble Theatre rehearsed upcoming season opener at HFC
HFC gave JET actors a place to rehearse while its new theater was being built.
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A community resource, the Rain and Native Plant Garden earns two certifications
HFC Rain and Native Plant Garden achieves Monarch Waystation and Wildlife Habitat certifications.
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HFC hosts inaugural Early Childhood Special Education Conference June 20
Special education advocate/renowned author Janice Fialka will give the keynote address at June 20's Early Childhood Special Education Conference.
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Video featuring Dearborn English learner program debuts June 10
Colorin Colorado, a national organization for immigrant students and families, will screen its latest video, filmed in Dearborn, during a special event June 10.
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JCPenney to hold Suit-Up Event Sept. 22 for HFC students, staff, faculty
Mark your calendar for Sunday, Sept. 22, as HFC students will get up to 60% off on men's and women's dress apparel.
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HFC's Hammond Planetarium: “Fireflies in the Garden: A Summer Star Talk”
HFC's Susan McGraw narrates "Fireflies in the Garden: A Summer Star Talk" June 5-Aug. 21
![Photo of Marrci Conner and Tamara Shoemaker](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2019/marrci_conner_1_002.jpg)
HFC Cybersecurity professor named mentor of the year
HFC cybersecurity professor Marrci Conner is a Technical Mentor who helps CyberPatriot coaches and students prepare for the National Youth Cyber Defense Competition.
![HFC President Russ Kavalhuna, Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Macomb Community College President Jim Sawyer at the Mackinac Policy Conference.](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2019/kavalhuna-whitmer-sawyer.jpg)
President Kavalhuna meets Governor Whitmer, college and business leaders
The Mackinac Policy Conference provided opportunities for government, college, and business leaders to talk about statewide issues and priorities.
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President Kavalhuna talks about skilled trades on Mackinac Policy Conference panel
President Kavalhuna headlines Mackinac Policy Conference panel on addressing the skilled trades gap.
![Annual Flower Planting on Campus graphic](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2019/annualflowerplanting_6-7-19.jpg)
Annual flower planting on campus, June 7
HFC faculty, staff, students, and community are invited for a morning of service and campus beautification.
![Headshot of Dave Davis](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2019/davis.jpg)
Retired engineer "learned how to learn" at HFC
Dave Davis has evolved with his field, developing early automotive diagnostic software and working in aerospace and telecommunications over a long career.
![Headshot of Janice Gilliland](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2019/gilliland-web.jpg)
Dean Janice Gilliland earns Crain's recognition as a "Notable Woman in STEM"
HFC Dean of the School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, Janice Gilliland, earns prestigious recognition.
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Hawk Hero parking nominations due on the 22nd of each month
Nominations for Hawk Hero parking are due by the 22nd of each month for the next month.
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What Memorial Day means
Memorial Day has only been an official holiday since 1971, but its legacy belongs to all service members. President Kavalhuna shares his reflections.
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HFC dedicates new Veterans Center
The Henry Ford College Veterans Center officially opened at a ribbon-cutting ceremony May 23.
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Five HFC employees earn EMU master’s degrees at the same time
Five HFC colleagues earned their master's degrees in educational leadership from EMU on the same day.
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HFC Theatre Arts presents Kenneth Lonergan’s "Lobby Hero" June 13-23
HFC produces Oscar-winning screen-writer’s 2001 play.
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HFC staff join Rouge River Rescue
HFC staff members volunteered to participate in Rouge River watershed cleanup and beautification on May 18.
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Henry Ford Village showcases HFC students' apartment designs and construction
HFC students presented their newest apartments, renovated and ready for sale, at the Henry Ford Village Home Design Showcase, May 16.
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HFC Golfer Alana Jones finishes 38th in the nation
HFC's sole female golfer, Jones finished 7th among all golfers who were competing as individuals in the rain-shortened national tournament.
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Retirement party for Gerry Dzuiblinski
Please join us for a retirement party for Gerry Dzuiblinski Saturday, June 8 at 3:00.
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Nursing pinning celebrates nurses as they graduate
More than 80 HFC nursing graduates earn their nursing pins in this time-honored tradition.
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What Ramadan means, and how we can support our Muslim community
This is part of a new series about major cultural and spiritual observances that reflect our diverse community.