Get to Know HFC

Get to Know HFC: Sara Gonzalez Herrera knows firsthand the challenges international students face

Gonzalez Herrera’s varied life experiences allow her to support and empower international students at HFC.
Get to Know HFC: a wide-ranging career brought her back to help students find their way HFC

Beth Michel, a lifelong learner working on her fifth college degree, has had a wide-ranging career in human services, consulting, fundraising, technology, teaching, and now advising.
HFC General Counsel honored as one of Crain’s Notable Women in Law

Vice President Amy Clark is one of 30 attorneys in Metro Detroit named to the Crain’s Notable Women in Law for 2024.
HFC welcomes Sarah Kigar, who comes from a family of educators

Working as Assistant to the Associate Dean of STEM is a good fit for Sarah Kigar because it allows her to support both educators and students.
Get to Know HFC: Leslie S. Thompson moonlights as an author

Thompson has been a published author for several years, starting with a three-novel series about the NYC public libraries. He's completing his fourth novel, this time a standalone story.
Kirk Bradley named associate athletic director at HFC

As the new associate athletic director, Kirk Bradley will be an important resource for all student-athletes to reach their athletic and academic goals.
Detroit Promise welcomes three new Campus Success Coaches

Delphine Davis, Charisma Flowers, and Jeffrey Liggens are the new Detroit Promise campus success coaches.
HFC names Chardin Claybourne Director of the Henry Ford II Honors Program

As the Henry Ford II Honors Program Director, Chardin Claybourne's goal is to make it the premier community college honors program in Michigan.
Mark Yancy, Jr. becomes the first Detroit Promise Program Coordinator

Mark Yancy, Jr.'s vision for Detroit Promise at HFC is to set an example for other colleges to follow.
Get to Know HFC: Dr. Candance Niemer earns doctorate in her journey to educate future nurses

Teaching at HFC allows Dr. Candance Niemer to foster the growth of her students, preparing them to become future nurses.
Get to Know HFC: For 30 years, Gina D’Alessio has taught music from the heart

Being able to pass on her musical knowledge to students and seeing them succeed has been the center of Gina D’Alessio’s teaching career at HFC.
HFC welcomes new Women’s Basketball Coach Rashaun Hankins

New women's basketball coach wants to build the program to its fullest potential.
Fred Steiner retires after more than 35 years at HFC

Fred Steiner left the corporate sector and came to HFC to have a direct connection to improving the lives of individuals. He will retire Jan. 31 after more than 35 years at HFC.
Get to Know HFC: Bob Burnham brings forty years of experience to WHFR

Bob Burnham, who built a functioning radio station as a teenager, brings long expertise in broadcasting and his love of old radio shows to WHFR.
Get to Know HFC: Courtney Spivak makes complex ideas fun and relatable

The small classes at HFC allow Courtney Spivak to really get to know her students.
Get to Know HFC: Dr. Brenda Hildreth counsels students in life skills

Projecting an aura of peace and calm, Dr. Brenda Hildreth uses her clinical counseling skills to help HFC students achieve their full potential.
Get to Know HFC: Rachael Chatfield combines academic and travel interests into higher ed career

A chance enrollment in a Spanish class led to a love of travel and a decision to help others pursue their dreams through education.
HFC welcomes Student Activities Associate Brandon Harris, who has a background in counseling

Brandon Harris enjoys being in a community college environment and looks forward to trying innovative ideas in his new role with Student Activities
Get to Know HFC: Samer Atris helps students stay on the path to success

Samer Atris completed his counseling internship at HFC eight years ago and decided to stay at the College.
HFC welcomes Kelsey Taylor, STEM advisor

Newcomer Kelsey Taylor imagined a career path in higher ed while she was still a student.

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