News and Events
HFC alumna earns UM-Dearborn Dean’s Medallion and starts teaching career
HFC alumna Shannon Wronski, a UM-Dearborn Dean's Medallion recipient, is excited to start her career inspiring students to learn math.
Kwanzaa: President’s Video
President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the Kwanzaa holiday. A special presentation by HFC alumna Alanna Grace Marie Schwartz follows.
HFC Outfall project closes part of perimeter road for Winter 2025
Critical repair of a large section of pipe under the main campus perimeter roadway requires us to close the Perimeter Road, and part of the westernmost parking lot (7), during Winter semester 2025. Access to campus buildings and all other campus parking will remain open.
Christmas, Advent, Epiphany: President’s Video
President Kavalhuna and HFC student Sterling Lester share their reflections on the Christmas holiday (including Advent and Epiphany).
Hanukkah: President’s Video
President Kavalhuna and Corinne Asher share the background and meaning of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah.
Dr. Carolyn Casale has big plans as HFC’s new Fulbright Coordinator
As HFC's new Fulbright Coordinator, Dr. Carolyn Casale would like to bring in more Fulbright Visiting Scholars and see HFC employees become Fulbright Scholars.
Alumnus is a featured speaker at UM-Dearborn Commencement
HFC alumnus Almunthir Elhady has been chosen as the Student Speaker at the UM-Dearborn Commencement Ceremonies.
Jan 16
Exonerated Central Park Five defendant keynotes MLK Convocation
Yusef Salaam, one of the "Central Park Five," will be the keynote speaker at the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation – “When They See Us: A Journey of Resilience and Justice.”
HFC welcomes Andrea Herrera, who brings overseas experience to her new role
Andrea Herrera's knowledge of four languages makes her invaluable as HFC's new Bilingual K-12 Admissions Recruiter.
Board of Trustees meeting, December 9
The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
College Store sale: 25% off
From Dec. 9-13, The College Store will offer 25% off HFC apparel and merchandise.
Carolyn Frey finds fulfillment in second career as a nurse
When Carolyn Frey decided to change careers and become a nurse, HFC provided the education she needed.
3 Hawks volleyball players earn MCCAA Eastern Conference Honorable Mention
HFC volleyball players Skylar Piper, Katya Salame, and Djene Sy earned MCCAA Eastern Conference Honorable Mention.
Free Autumn Jazz Concert on campus
Join us for the Autumn Jazz Concert on Dec. 11. Admission is free.
Donations needed for the Solidary Christmas Toy and Clothes Drive
Please donate to the Solidary Christmas Toy/Clothes Drive by Dec. 12 to benefit Freedom House Detroit.
3 HFC wrestlers earn NJCAA national rankings
Wrestlers Jacob Campbell, Jacob Navarro, and Kyle Wilson earn NJCAA national rankings.
HFC and Apple Foundation offer free app development course to the public
Any adult who wants to learn Swift and app development from Apple may enroll in this free HFC program Jan. 28-May 1, 2025.
Jan 04
Get help during Cyber Services Saturday, Jan. 4!
If you need help with financial aid, advising, orientation, class registration, financial aid, and more, we are here to help on Cyber Services Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
You are invited to “Circle of Refuge” winter Choral concert
Please join us for the "Circle of Refuge," an HFC Choral concert celebrating the refuge created by gathering together during times of change, on Dec. 5.
Join the Counseling team for a stress-coping skills session
As the holidays and finals draw near, the HFC Counseling Department will share coping skills at its first group session Dec. 4.
Honors students present their research on Honors Day
The public is invited to Honors Day on Dec. 6, where Henry Ford II Honors Program students will present and discuss their research projects in a symposium-style event.
Thanksgiving: President’s Video
President Kavalhuna shares his reflections (from 2022) on how listening and connecting can make Thanksgiving -- and the world -- better for everyone.
Larry Smyrski retires from HFC: “Each day will be its own adventure”
After 33 years in higher education, Larry Smyrski will retire at the end of the calendar year. Join us for his retirement party on Dec. 10.
“Warmer Days Clothing Drive” ends Dec. 6
HFC Local 71 is collecting clothing and financial donations to assist three schools in Dearborn Heights and Detroit this winter.