News and Events
Get to Know HFC: Alecia Carter brings energy to her job in the testing center
Alecia Carter understands the role that placement can play in a student's successful academic journey. She also brings enthusiasm to building community at the College.
Dec 11
Presidential Search Profile Listening Session
The public and HFC community are invited to a listening session to discuss requirements for the College president position. This information will be used to develop the position posting.
HFC panel discusses College's successful energy transition plan at SCUP Detroit
Dr. Michael Nealon and Reuben Brukley spoke about “Henry Ford College's Successful Energy Transition to a Net-zero Energy Campus” at the Society for College and University Planning.
Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees Building and Site Committee
The Building and Site Committee of the Board of Trustees will meet Dec. 1 at 5:00 p.m.
HawkStrong: Luciana Decina found her path, and mental health support, at HFC
At HFC, Luciana Decina fell in love with ceramics. Her GPA skyrocketed, she felt healthier, and she now feels prepared to transfer to EMU.
HFC welcomes Arielle Pollard, who went from banking to higher ed
HFC Accounting Associate - Collections Analyst Arielle Pollard understands that students need to feel cared about, even in the finance arena.
A record-breaking number of items have been donated to the Hawks’ Nest
More than 4,600 food and personal items were donated to the Hawks' Nest during the 2-week Faculty and Staff Food Drive Competition in November.
Within Reach: initiative assists students “within reach” of earning their degree
Within Reach's goal is for students to earn their associate degree and MTA certificate, then transfer to a 4-year university to work toward their bachelor's degree.
First-gen student’s international experiences made her fearless
After all her achievements at HFC, Charvae Jackson sets an example for other first-generation students.
Get to Know HFC: Steve Murrell was heavily influenced by his NASA-employed dad
An instructor at HFC since 1999, Steve Murrell is the faculty chair of the Physics, Astronomy, and Earth Science Department.
Adrianne Hernandez aspires to provide the environment students need to succeed
FTA president Adrianne Hernandez’s experiences at HFC have shaped the educator she hopes to be.
Hawks’ Nest expands access to 4 times per month
Until the end of the Fall 2025 semester, the Hawks' Nest has expanded students' access from 2 times per month to 4 times per month.
Pamela Aue will retire from teaching, but not from singing at HFC
Pamela Aue's teaching assignment was only supposed to be one semester, but it turned into nearly 17 years. Now, she's looking forward to retirement.
Donate to the Warmer Days Clothing Drive
The HFC Administrators' Association, Local 71, is collecting clothing and financial donations to assist local schools this winter.
“A good run” – Deb Gates retires from HFC
After nearly 36 years at the College, HFC Counselor Deb Gates is retiring to focus on her next chapter.
Dec 09 - Dec 12
Volunteers needed for “Good Luck on Finals” event
Volunteer for the "Good Luck on Finals" event Dec. 9-12 to support HFC students during their final exams and projects.
Sharon Pearl Picking retires after 25 years in financial aid
HFC's longest-serving financial aid employee, Sharon Pearl Picking, moves on to other aspirations as she makes way for the next generation of leadership.
“Mix and Mingle: Open House and Celebration” at Fifty-One O One
Cabinet invites all employees to the “Mix and Mingle: Open House and Celebration” at Fifty-One O One on Dec. 4.
Sharon McAlpine becomes the new bursar at HFC
As the new bursar at HFC, Sharon McAlpine builds upon a strong foundation of experience and familiarity.
Dec 05
Join us as Honors students present their research during Honors Day
Everyone is invited to Honors Day on Dec. 5. Come hear Henry Ford II Honors Program students present and discuss their research projects.
Reminder: Informer will replace WebFOCUS December 1
Informer replaces the former WebFOCUS system as the College's data analytics and reporting platform.
HFC welcomes Jaylyn Haygood to MCTS team
Jaylyn Haygood enjoys helping students find the advantages she found in higher education.
HFC welcomes Georgia Travis, an alumna teaching Automotive Technology
HFC automotive instructor Georgia Travis enjoys introducing students to the world of the automobile.
Amanda Chahine returns to her alma mater after exploring multiple careers
HFC web content and design manager Amanda Chahine is excited to return to her alma mater, where she learned that her potential was boundless.