Alumni

Jonathan Harris’ painting, “Critical Race Theory,” is a flashpoint for national dialog about how history is perceived and taught.

HHS founding Dean Dr. Susan Shunkwiler got her start at HFC, and is coming full circle to conclude her career with a well-earned retirement from the College.

HFC was Keirra Scott's third try at higher education. This time, she found the right path. Now, she's out to make a difference in others' lives.

After a successful career in the Marines, the Border Patrol, and the U.S. Department of Labor, Ford wants to give back through teaching.

New ReBUILDetroit series of podcasts discusses a variety of topic centering around diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Kelly Baratono has spent her entire career at HFC, beginning a month after she graduated from high school.

Lisa Fillip is the first-ever CRM Manager at HFC.

One of the original frontline Welcome Center staff, HFC alumna Jodi Kenney loves giving back to the community.

Giovanni Baiocco aspires to a career in professional sales, getting his start as one of Northwestern Mutual's top interns nationally.

Smith learned what it means to support student success when she was enrolled at HFC. She brings that spirit to her role in Enrollment Services.

Many local elected officials have ties to HFC.

Cybersecurity specialist/author/alumna Sakinah Tanzil is the guest speaker at the first "Hawk Talk" Nov. 16.

Finnley Culhane says enrolling at HFC "seemed like destiny." Her mother, Teena, is an alumna and an instructor.

HFC gave Amir El-Aswad the foundation he needed for law school and his dream career as a litigator.

Michael Shelton gained a passion for special education through a personal experience with a badly burned classmate.

Raed Abukhader brings dedication and good humor to his work creating technology solutions. And for fun, he can *almost* devour a 4.5-pound steak with side dishes.

HFC alumna Teena Culhane is the new Director of Clinical Education for the Respiratory Therapy program. Finnley Culhane is a new HFC student and aspiring attorney.

Ismaila Ba chose HFC for location, affordability, and its reputation for developing leaders. His hands-on learning at HFC helped him launch his IT career.

Alumna Rachel Jones returns to HFC as the new clinical coordinator/instructor in the Ophthalmic Technician program.

For the third year, students can find bridges from HFC to UM in the humanities, supported by the Mellon Foundation. Apply for the fellowship today!

Early College alumnus starts his career with HFC, after graduating from the national award-winning Henry Ford Early College.

A dedicated teacher inspired Jerry Kondraciuk to make technology his career.

Despite being out of his comfort zone, John Shelton earned two associate degrees, is earning a bachelor's degree in engineering, and now works at Ford Motor Company.

HFC's Valencia Purry enjoys working with culinary students and seeing them succeed.