News Archive for HFC Alumni
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HFC welcomes new volleyball coach Kija Chambers
New volleyball coach is an alumna of the Hawks volleyball and basketball programs, and is excited to start a new era.
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Get to Know HFC: Andrew Whitman switched from Great Lakes freighters to non-profit work
Andrew Whitman of the HFC Foundation moved into fundraising and grant writing as a way to help organizations obtain the funding they need to support others.
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Get to Know HFC: Joe Zarka sets a high goal for skilled trades
Air Force Veteran and long-time Ford CNC machinist Joe Zarka shares his passion for student success.
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HawkStrong: From writer’s block to aspiring lawyer and justice advocate
Unsure of his academic abilities, Brad Gonzalez enrolled at HFC. The experience boosted his confidence and prepared him for bachelor's, master's, and law school study, and an inspiring career.
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HFC alumna becomes president of Beaumont Taylor, Trenton, and Wayne
Lifelong Downriver resident and HFC alumna Kristine Donahue now leads three area Beaumont hospitals.
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After her first run for public office, HFC alumna Lorrie Rutledge is undaunted
HFC alumna Lorrie Rutledge is proud to have run for office, and wants to continue working toward her passion of addressing health care in Wayne County.
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HFC hosts open auditions for three plays on Sept. 8
Open auditions for three plays in the 2022-23 season will be Sept. 8. HFC students, faculty, staff, alumni, dual-enrolled students, HFEC students, and University of Michigan-Dearborn students are welcome to audition.
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Pamela Stewart named Interim Associate Dean of SoLA
An HFC team member since 2004, we are excited to announce that Pamela Stewart will serve as the Interim Associate Dean of HFC's School of Liberal Arts (SoLA).
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“Pledge Allegiance,” first solo show for alumnus Jonathan Harris
Artist Jonathan Harris hosts his first solo called "Pledge Allegiance" from now until August 22 at the the Nicole Tamer Art Gallery in Detroit.
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HFC welcomes Hishaam Ahmad to its Business Intelligence team
HFC Business Intelligence Systems Analyst Hishaam Ahmad is finding himself at home in HFC's supportive environment.
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HFC welcomes HR Assistant Zeinab Hachem
New HR Assistant and HFC alumna Zeinab Hachem brings more than five years’ experience working with the Dearborn City Council to her new role at HFC.
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Get to Know HFC: Vicki Shepherd works to diversify the voices and faces in the art field
HFC fine arts instructor Vicki Shepherd has a passion for teaching art and seeing students succeed. She is also a practicing fine artist in her own right.
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HawkStrong: Shiyma Abdullah chooses “most rewarding profession” as a teacher
Aspiring teacher Shiyma Abdullah had already decided teaching was her future. At HFC, she gained even more enthusiasm for the profession, with a goal to become a school principal.
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Yahrmatter takes over as SOLA interim dean; Smyrski returns to the classroom
Effective August 1, Robert Yahrmatter, an HFC alumnus, will become the Interim Dean. The College is grateful to Larry Smyrski for his interim leadership this past 18 months.
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Get to Know HFC: Ashlei Chears earns certificates to become a more inclusive advisor
HFC Student Success Navigator Ashlei Chears wants to help historically underserved students achieve their academic goals.
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Vietnam combat veteran helps other veterans find support
HFC alumnus and Vietnam veteran Ronald Brooks suffered multiple wounds, spending nearly 3 months in a hospital. His experiences after returning home inspired him to devote his time to helping other veterans. He was recently honored as the Howell American Legion's Vietnam Veteran of the Month.
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Get to Know HFC: Troy Gibson amplifies service and inclusion
Troy Gibson provides advising, guidance, and many kinds of support to HFC students.
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HFC alumnus becomes Plymouth Township’s new police chief
Plymouth Township's new law enforcement leader, a proud HFC alumnus, wants to build on the established base of community policing and service.
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HFC alumnus Paul Antolin appointed Grosse Pointe Woods City Clerk
Taekwondo black belt and first-generation American citizen Paul Antolin advances his career with a promotion to Grosse Pointe Woods City Clerk.
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Get to Know HFC: Math instructor Dr. Ali Hariri’s family has deep HFC ties
Since 2000, Dr. Ali Hariri has taught engineering and math classes at HFC on a regular basis. He, along with his wife and four daughters, have taken classes at HFC too.