Student Success

Aspiring teacher Diamond Arnold is a ballet dancer, mom, and FTA president who is investing in her own education so she can help others expand theirs.

HFC alumna Carmen Hayes will read three of her five children's books at HFC on Nov. 7. The public is invited

HFC alumnus and entrepreneur Tyrone Bean has founded a clothing brand and film production company. His slogan is "Rise Above All Obstacles."

HFC inspired Daniel Cascardo to become an artist, and taught him how to navigate the business side of being an artist.

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.

HFC student Christopher Serrano one of about 200 national recipients of the Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship.

Three HFC students advocated for greater inclusion of under-resourced students studying astrophysics at the Rubin Community Workshop.

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

Ray Lozano has dedicated his life to service, particularly to the Hispanic community in Detroit.

HFC prepared Sabrina Nelson to get into CCS, her dream school, while teaching her essential career and life skills.

Paul Stauder, who attended HFC, has worked with the College on various projects for decades. This summer, he will retire after a long career.

After she graduates from HFC, Zeinab Badreddine will transfer to UM-Dearborn through the Learn4ward partnership.

Hilal Baalbaki will not let anything stand in his way of becoming a physician -- not even cancer that was diagnosed during high school.

HFEC alumna Rehab Azab will transfer to Wayne State this fall on her path toward eventually becoming a doctor.

HFC alumna Alayna Kondraciuk returns to the College as an Admissions Associate, hosting student and family tours and assisting students who apply to the College.

Dearborn High alumna Nyla Abdulla will attend HFC on the LAHC and Rowen scholarships.

HFC alumnus is building on his multiple life experiences to advocate for others through a service profession. He spoke at the 2024 WSU commencement.

Michelangelo Molinari is proud of what he accomplished as chair of HFC's Student Council.

HFC alumna Tiffany Williams took the leap to start her own business, Taste Tiff's Catering in Detroit. She has earned numerous accolades for her work.

An excellent example of perseverance and resilience, HFC alumnus Mohammad Turaani has earned his associate and bachelor's degrees, and will enroll in med school this fall.

Carmen Hayes found writing a therapeutic and creative outlet, and published several children's books even before completing her HFC degree.

HFC not only gave Anthony Preston a second chance, but also helped him find his career path and gave him the confidence to transfer to a major university.

HFC helped Hassan Naji to find a career that was best for him. He recently became an officer with the Dearborn Heights Police.

The first in her family to earn bachelor's and master's degrees, Asia Mohamed Al-Jalal recently earned her doctorate (one of her 5 college credentials) and is a proud ELI instructor at HFC.