Alumni

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Join us for HFC’s Culinary and Hospitality Mini-Job Fair

HFC students and alumni are invited to attend the Culinary and Hospitality Mini-Job Fair on Oct. 23.
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IT and Computer Science jobs mini-fair

HFC students and alumni are invited to attend the IT and Computer Science mini-fair on Oct. 9.
ASSET class with instructor Kris Young holding ASSET sign in automotive garage.

Ford ASSET program at HFC turns 40

A partnership between HFC and Ford, the ASSET program, the only one of its kind in Michigan, has been going strong for 40 years despite massive changes in the auto industry.
From L-R: HFC alumna Leslie Herrick and Mayor Abdullah H. Hammoud.

Alumna Leslie Herrick becomes president of the Dearborn Rotary Club

As president of the Rotary Club of Dearborn, lifelong resident Leslie Herrick continues striving to make the city a better place.
Alayna Kondraciuk has long dark blonde hair and wearing a black sweater.

Alayna Kondraciuk promoted to On-Campus Admissions Recruiter

Lifelong Hawk Alayna Kondraciuk is proud to help current and future Hawks gain the advantages she earned as a student at HFC.
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“Outstanding Biology Student” is an aspiring optometrist

Katia Nasser wants to help people improve their lives through clear vision. Her experiences at HFC taught her to become a “resilient critical thinker” who is prepared for anything.
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Entrepreneur wins $7,000 through optiMize to support non-profit work

Alicia Jackson founded DIME Above the Line to help small businesses thrive. She also aspires to become the mayor of Westland.
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Alumnus Ray Vipond brings talent and humility to his music

HFC alumnus Ray Vipond recently performed his solo, "Theme and Variations for Trumpet in B-flat minor," with the Metropolitan Symphony Band.

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Legos highlight alumnus’ “Wonders of Automotive Engineering” teaching

Dr. Don Wilcher has written books about Legos in engineering, and has used the famous toy to teach engineering to students.
Shardai Duckett posing in front of the EMU sign.

From Hawk to Eagle: Music alumna spreads her wings

The Future for Frontliners scholarship allowed Shardai Duckett to take another chance on a college degree. This time, she soared.
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Research scientist found healthcare path through HFEC

The Henry Ford Early College was a launchpad for Gregorio Martinez III’s career, accelerating his college path and giving him valuable, hands-on connections leading to his current role.
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Alumna and motivational speaker authors “The Hat Chronicles”

HFC alumna Linda Hannah penned her first book called “The Hat Chronicles,” exploring the numerous hats women wear throughout their lives.
Chaymaa Nehme headshot, in her graduation gown.

HFC alumna earns UM-Dearborn Dean’s Medallion; aspires to social work career

HFC alumna Chaymaa Nehme, a UM-Dearborn Dean’s Medallion recipient, is pursuing a career in public health so she can help people feel seen, supported, and capable.
Valencia Purry in her WSU cap and gown.

Valencia Purry of Culinary Arts earns MBA

Valencia Purry, who earned many degrees and certificates from HFC and a bachelor's degree from SHU, recently earned her MBA at Wayne State.
Ali with daughters on each side in their cap and gown.

Alumnae sisters graduate on the same day from MSU and WSU

Instructor Ali Hariri's daughters, Rana and Nour, both HFC alumnae, graduated from different universities on the same day.
Tony Conti sits at his desk, wearing headphones for CIS.

CIS instructor Tony Conti retires from HFC after four decades

Tony Conti always relished witnessing students’ reactions to new concepts in real-time.
Cortney Rinehart

Rinehart earns national Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship

Cortney Rinehart will attend U-M this fall, thanks to the prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship. She is the eighth HFC student to win this competitive award.
Jesse Mattox taking a selfie; he has brown hair and a beard, wearing a blue suit jacket and white button down shirt.

Jesse Mattox found a rewarding theatre career through HFC

Alumnus Jesse Mattox returned to HFC for a 2024 production. Mattox, who dropped out of high school, can now boast three college degrees, research, and numerous theatre credits — and he's heading toward more.
Four soft ball players in a Brady Brunch like grid. Clockwise from the top left: Kylee Douglas, Katelyn Postuma, Chloe Solomon, and Abigail “Abby” Smith.

HFC softball players garner post-season honors

Four members of the HFC softball team earn post-season honors from the MCCAA Eastern Conference.
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Mariyah Saleh aspires to a dual career in law and business

HFC Student Council Chair Mariyah Saleh has found her path through dual enrollment, focusing on academic and community engagement.
 Katie Warden and her skeleton puppet from The Passage.

Mirror News wins 10 awards at MPA Better Newspaper Contest

HFC's student newspaper, the Mirror News, continues to win statewide recognition. Our fantastic students added 10 more awards to their list of honors.
Houston with his parents, holding up his award.

HFC alumnus and son cohost award-winning wrestling podcast

HFC alumnus Mizzion Smith and his son, Houston, have interviewed many pro wrestlers on their award-winning podcast.
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HFC’s Anthony Lai premieres original music with Dearborn Symphony

The Dearborn Symphony will play Anthony Lai's original musical number, “In Other News,” at its final concert of the season on May 9.
Anthony Lai directing a group of musicians.

“Whales, Raptors, and Ray” concert

The HFC Metropolotan Symphony Band will perform the “Whales, Raptors, and Ray” on May 7. This public event is free.