Alumni

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HFC alumna and former VP Dr. Lisa Jones becomes president of Colorado Northwestern

Henry Ford College alumna and former HFC Vice President of Student Affairs Dr. Lisa Jones to become the first African-American president of Colorado Northwestern Community College.
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Earth Day 2021 Tree Planting

Around 20 people volunteered their time with warm smiles on a chilly day to plant trees at HFC on Earth Day 2021.
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First female team manager in Indy 500 history honed her craft at HFC

Linda Conti's 35 years in motorsports, including world travels, meeting racing legends, and fine-tuning racing machines were kick-started at HFC.
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HFC alumna and City Councilwoman graduates from Elected Officials Academy

The Elected Officials Academy provided HFC alumna/City Councilwoman a deeper understanding of the financial tools available to help her constituents.
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HFC Alumnus Robert Pastor receives 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award

Robert L. Pastor II, the CEO of Rainy Lake Medical Center in Minnesota and two-time HFC alumnus, will receive the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award at this year’s Commencement ceremony.

Hawks win! #14 Hawks defeat #3 South Suburban; advance to final 8

The Hawks' men's basketball team won its first game and will move into the final 8 teams of the National Tournament.

Hawks win District Championship! Next stop: National Tournament

The Hawks' men's basketball team won the District Championship with a 68-63 victory over Bryant and Stratton of Ohio.
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Certified Ophthalmic Technician returns to teach at HFC

Eric Smith is a natural fit to teach in HFC's Ophthalmic Technician Program -- the program from which he graduated.
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“Education is the great equalizer,” and Rachael Lobdell lives her dream to attend U-M

Rachael Lobdell proves it is never too late to pursue your dreams, as she graduates from HFC and transfers to U-M this fall.
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“I never thought college would be in my future,” says honors graduate

Jesse Mattox dropped out of high school. He is now an honors grad from HFC who is finishing his bachelor's degree at the University of Michigan. He recorded a video to share his story.
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HFC alumnus Byron Brooks continues to advance equity and education -- and two more degrees

Tireless equity activist and HFC alumnus Byron Brooks will pursue two master's degrees, and community activism, at U-M in the fall.
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Find your next job! HFC Spring Career Fair, April 30

The HFC Virtual Spring Career Fair brings together employers and job-seekers. All HFC students and alumni are welcome!
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Hawk Pride: the sky is the limit for Early College alumnus

Henry Ford Early College alumnus Al Maatouk earned a spot on the Early College Wall of Fame at Henry Ford Health System.
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Get to Know HFC: “Jeremy, why does my printer hate me?”

How did a guy who once hated computers end up becoming a computer tech guru with an ever-present smile on his face?
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Mechatronics grad helps provide high-quality water to communities

GLWA earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship leads to full-time career in water quality for Gari Levy.
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Instructor supports indie musicians by performing covers of their songs

HFC music instructor Anthony Lai's renditions of three indie songs met with acclaim.

HFC alumnus to play baseball for the Boston Red Sox

HFC alumnus and former Hawks and Detroit Tigers baseball player will pitch for the Boston Red Sox.
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Technologist carves life-size Ford Bronco out of snow

Jacob DiMaria, a two-time HFC alumnus, sculpts a life-size Ford Bronco from snow to draw attention to the upcoming relaunch of the brand.
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Hawk alumnus Leon Ayers plays for a spot in the Big Dance

Leon Ayers, who was named a NJCAA All-American during his HFC days, currently plays basketball for Mercer University. His team appeared on ESPN, battling UNC Greensboro to make the Division I NCAA Tournament.
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Shayma Mustafa and family: dream outside the box

With a passion for education, diversity and inclusion, and cultural change, Shayma Mustafa and her family are a deep part of the HFC community.
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HFC Detroit Promise student 1 of 2 Michigan students named NCAN Student Advocacy Fellows

HFC alumna and Detroit Promise student wants to tell her educational journey through NCAN.
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Byron Brooks recruited by Biden-Harris Inaugural Committee for MLK Day of Service

HFC alumnus Byron Brooks was chosen by the Biden-Harris Presidential Inaugural Committee to lead a community service initiative on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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Westland mayor appoints HFC alumna to ethics board

Deborah Thomas serves on a board that promotes ethical activities and behavior.

92-year-old alumnus owes his career to the Henry Ford Trade School

Alumnus Harold Promo submitted his application just in time to HFTS in the school's final decade. He used the education to launch a successful career.