News and Events
HFC Board of Trustees announces finalists for the College Presidency
The Board has approved five finalists, who will participate in public interviews on campus the weeks of March 23 and 30.
Mar 23
Join us for “Hats Off to Your Brilliance” by entrepreneurial alumna
HFC alumna Linda Hannah will speak at “Hats Off to Your Brilliance: Transitioning PTK Honors into Real-World Career Success” March 23. This event is free and open to everyone.
Mar 25
“Community of Care” event connects students to health and wellness resources
At the "Community of Care" event on March 25, students can connect face-to-face with many organizations providing essential resources for them. This event is free and open to all.
Apr 11
Join us for STEM Family Day!
Our STEM Family Day is a fun and free event for families interested in the STEM fields. We request that you please make sure you can attend, as we will provide a free lunch for all participants. Please register by April 9, then join us on April 11.
HFC welcomes Brad Mitchell, Interim VP and CFO
The Board of Trustees has appointed Mitchell, a highly experienced higher education finance and operations leader who brings a personable approach to his collaborative work. He will serve until the end of the calendar year.
Mar 18
Fifty-One O One Restaurant hosts St. Patrick’s Day Buffet
The St. Patrick’s Day Buffet is one of Fifty-One O One's most popular special events. Make your reservations for March 18 today.
Four HFC wrestlers compete in national championships
Four members of the HFC Wrestling team will compete at the NJCAA National Championships in Council Bluffs, IA March 6-7.
Graphic design student Gabrielle Brown chooses an illustrative career
Brown, a second-generation HFC student, honed her artistic, academic, and leadership skills at HFC. This fall, she will transfer to the College for Creative Studies in Detroit.
Men's basketball wins State Championship; heads to national tourney
The Hawks defeated KVCC, 80-79, for the state title and now move on to Districts in Flint March 5-7.
Board of Trustees Special Meeting
The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
Hazlett selected as Fulbright Specialist in Uzbekistan for Fall 2026
HFC humanities instructor Dr. Adam R. Hazlett has been selected as a Fulbright Specialist in Uzbekistan for 1 month.
Mar 25
Public Speaking/Presentation Skills Workshop
Join us to brush up on the essentials of presenting and public speaking at the Public Speaking/Presentation Skills Workshop on March 25.
Mar 11
Welcome Center 2nd Wednesday morning closure hours 2026
The Welcome Center frontline student services offices will close for two hours in the morning every second Wednesday, to collaborate and innovate on better services to students.
Mar 21
Register your student for Hawk Career Exploration Academy
The Hawk Career Exploration Academy is open to middle and high school students interested in STEAM careers. The cost is $25 per session. Register by March 16.
Welcome Seth Amadei, the first HFC Arts Coordinator and Tech Director
Seth Amadei, the first person in his role at HFC, plans to help elevate HFC as a vibrant and welcoming arts hub.
Mar 16
“A Human Experience” exhibition at Sisson
The exhibition, “A Human Experience,” will run March 3-27 in the Sisson. It will be displayed in conjunction with the NCECA 60th anniversary conference in Detroit.
Mar 19
New gaming room boasts cutting edge VR, AR, and AI technologies
HFC's new gaming room is equipped with high-performance gaming computers, immersive VR reality headsets, large-format displays, modern collaborative workstations, and space to study and hang out. There will be an open house on March 19.
Michigan Reconnect enabled JoJo Doss to pursue her dreams at HFC
Jonneshia “JoJo” Doss is realizing her dream of a college education, proving it is never too late to strive for and reach your goals.
“What the Space Sees” exhibition at Sisson Gallery
Mixed media artist Jeanette Strezinski's “What the Space Sees” exhibition depicts alternative worlds with futuristic narratives at the Sisson Gallery through Feb. 26.
Get to Know HFC: Linda Lance enjoys working in financial aid
HFC Financial Aid Associate Linda Lance finds great satisfaction in helping students accomplish their goals.
Mar 27
U-M Science Professor will keynote annual Partners Breakfast
Dr. Susan Brooks, who teaches at the U-M Medical School, will talk about her experiences, and careers in STEM, at the Partners Breakfast on March 27.
Dr. Jolie Stepaniak named HFC 2026 STEM Woman of the Year
Dr. Jolie Stepaniak, who has taught biology at HFC since 2005, has influenced the lives of countless students. She was named the HFC 2026 STEM Woman of the Year.
HFC welcomes Maria Lopez-Mauricio, Detroit Promise Coach
After working as a Detroit Promise Campus Success Coach at OCC, Maria Lopez-Mauricio brings that knowledge and experience to HFC.