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HFC's 2nd annual Campus Sustainability Forum
Many initiatives to support sustainability are planned, and underway, at HFC. Learn how to participate, and get your ideas heard.
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HFC pilots new paper and plastic recycling program
In HFC's ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, a new recycling program is under way.
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Sustainable HFC meetings open to the public
Please join us for Sustainable HFC meetings. The public is welcome! Jan. 29, Feb. 26, March 18, April 8.
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A better future for the Detroit River and western Lake Erie
HFC biology professor is a member of the steering committee that plans biennial conference between the U.S. and Canada.
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HFC’s sustainability website is now online
HFC's sustainability website brings together information and resources about sustainability at the College.
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Student Environmental Association encourages paper towel conservation
The HFC Student Environmental Association reminds and encourages you to be aware and limit your use of paper towels.
![HFC biology instructor Stewart Vining stands next to the newly-installed purple martin pole. It has a crank for easy gourd maintenance. The bird pictured at upper right is a purple martin. At lower right is a bluebird.](/sites/hfcmain/files/photos/2019/birds-vining.jpg)
“This is for the birds!” Biology instructor makes HFC a bird-friendly campus
HFC biology instructor Stewart Vining makes the HFC campus a safer place for birds.
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Campus tree planting caps multi-event Climate Forum at HFC
President Russ Kavalhuna, left, with English faculty member Gary McIlroy, the primary organizer of the Sept. 20 Climate Forum.
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Middle School Environmental Science Camp includes real-world experiences
During the Camp Henry environmental science experience, middle school students got to create a weed killer, test soil, examine pond water, hike, and more.
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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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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 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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HFC School of STEM hydration station breaks 1,000
More than 1,300 water bottles have been refilled at HFC's new hydration station, reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship.