Office of the President

President Russell A. “Russ” Kavalhuna is responsible for leadership, management, development, and coordination of all departments, divisions, and functions of the College, both internal and external. He is the foremost public representative of the College, speaks in an official capacity for the College, and is the face of the College to many public audiences.

In collaboration with other leaders, President Kavalhuna establishes and communicates the vision and strategic direction of the College. Some areas of responsibility include planning, budget, academics, communications, personnel, student services, facilities, fundraising, policy, reporting, and community and government relations.

The president works closely with seven Vice Presidents who take primary strategic and operational responsibility for major functional areas of the College. This group of senior leaders comprises the President’s Cabinet. The president also works closely with the Deans of the four HFC academic schools, the leaders of HFC’s five collective bargaining units, and other leaders on and off campus.

The President is appointed by, and reports to, the Henry Ford College Board of Trustees, whose seven members are elected by the citizens of Dearborn, and whose members also serve as the Dearborn School District’s Board of Education.

Portrait of Russ Kavalhuna

President Russell A. Kavalhuna, J.D.

Recent News

Portrait of Erin Moss Ferguson.

HFC welcomes Erin A. Moss Ferguson, VP of Legal Services and General Counsel

The new VP of Legal Services and General Counsel is looking forward to engaging in meaningful work to support the community at HFC.
Vinita Parekh in traditional dress

Diwali: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna and Vinita Parekh share their reflections on this five-day festival celebrated in India and throughout the world.
Henry Ford College seal on blue field

Board of Trustees meeting, October 21

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna and John Michael Sefel share the background and meaning of the 10 Jewish High Holy Days.

Contact President Kavalhuna

L-412 ASCC Building
5101 Evergreen Road
Dearborn, MI 48128
313-845-9650
President@hfcc.edu

Executive Assistant: Patti Flogaus

pflogaus@hfcc.edu
313-845-9650