Student Success

Dia Camara

Aspiring surgeon shares insights about the Global Black Experience

(video) HFC student Dia Camara presented "The Global Black Experience" in February. Camara's varied life experiences have shaped his aspirations to become a surgeon.
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Shayma Mustafa and family: dream outside the box

With a passion for education, diversity and inclusion, and cultural change, Shayma Mustafa and her family are a deep part of the HFC community.
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Rachael Lobdell proves it is never too late to work toward your dreams

HFC is a "big, loving family" for student Rachael Lobdell.
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Student Alanna Schwartz presents Kwanzaa Art Show for Black History Month

HFC student looks at the holiday Kwanzaa through an artistic lens at a Feb. 10 presentation.
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HFC Detroit Promise student 1 of 2 Michigan students named NCAN Student Advocacy Fellows

HFC alumna and Detroit Promise student wants to tell her educational journey through NCAN.

HFC student places 7th nationally in Student Mathematics League Competition

Ali Hamdoun's mathematical prowess and ability to solve problems quickly led to him taking 7th place in national math competition.
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Byron Brooks recruited by Biden-Harris Inaugural Committee for MLK Day of Service

HFC alumnus Byron Brooks was chosen by the Biden-Harris Presidential Inaugural Committee to lead a community service initiative on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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Westland mayor appoints HFC alumna to ethics board

Deborah Thomas serves on a board that promotes ethical activities and behavior.

92-year-old alumnus owes his career to the Henry Ford Trade School

Alumnus Harold Promo submitted his application just in time to HFTS in the school's final decade. He used the education to launch a successful career.

Hawk success: alumna promoted to Technician Leader within a year of graduation

Not long after becoming a Certified Ophthalmic Technician, Kristen Cavazos became a Technician Leader at Henry Ford Ophthalmology.

HFC and Detroit Promise alumnus says, "attend community college first!"

Donovan Green attended HFC on the Detroit Promise scholarship, then transferred to earn his bachelor's degree. He wouldn't have it any other way.
Terri Hagen

HFC Talent Acquisition Coordinator passes SHRM-CP exam

Terri Hagen took advantage of quiet evenings and weekends during the lockdown studying for the SHRM-CP exam, which she recently passed.

Hawk Success: Keirra Scott, from plumber to aspiring attorney

HFC provided alumna Keirra Scott with the support and guidance she needed to excel. Her goal is to become an attorney.

90-year-old Henry Ford Trade School alumnus reflects on the meaning of education

Jack Accurso owes his long career at Ford Motor Company to his experiences at Henry Ford Trade School.
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Alumnus leads Saganworks team digitizing The Henry Ford’s collections

3D digitized models are becoming a common media type. Ben Mazza and Saganworks bring this technology to Dearborn's world-class Henry Ford museum.
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2 BMQFG students earn U-M Research Fellowships

A BMQFG lecture opened up doors for two HFC students, leading them both to earn earn U-M Mellon Scholars Research Fellowships.

Canadian actress cast as Ms. Marvel, a character with an HFC connection

Iman Vellani has been cast as Ms. Marvel, whose comic book adventures are chronicled by HFC alumnus Saladin Ahmed.

Former MCCAA champion returns as Hawks’ golf coach

Two-time MCCAA champion golfer Jake Kieronski returns to his alma mater as golf coach.

MAT² program welcomes new apprentices in fast-growing career programs

HFC’s MAT² Cohort 8 apprenticeship program begins the Fall 2020 Semester.
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HFC in the family: aspiring chef becomes a pharmacist while sister shines in culinary arts

Alumnus originally planned to go into culinary arts, but became a pharmacist instead.

HawkPride: HFC alumnus wins Blue Ribbon Award for UROP project

After winning the Blue Ribbon Award for his UROP project, Yazan Alheresh enrolled at UDM on a full-ride scholarship.

HawkPride: Ford F-150 designer talks blood, sweat, and tears

Since 2011, HFC alumnus Rob Brancheau has worked on the F-150, Ford's flagship pickup truck for more than 40 years.
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HFC in the family: alumna lives culinary dream at Mercy Chefs, brother chooses pharmacy

Culinary Institute of America / HFC alumna’s path has brought her into a leadership role with Mercy Chefs, a national relief organization.

Returning adult students earn AAUW scholarships to pursue their dreams

AAUW Wyandotte-Downriver awarded scholarships to HFC students Daneisha Jones and Heather Rossi, who are pursuing business and health careers.