Alumni

A headshot of Kristine Donahue

HFC alumna becomes president of Beaumont Taylor, Trenton, and Wayne

Lifelong Downriver resident and HFC alumna Kristine Donahue now leads three area Beaumont hospitals.
Headshot of Lorrie Rutledge

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.
HFC students acting on stage together.

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.

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).
self-portrait of Jonathan Harris

“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.
In loving memory of Hishaam Ahmad, we are raising funds to build a water well in Indonesia. Your Sadaqah will not only bring relief to families in need, but it will also serve as a continuous reward for Hishaam.

Hishaam Ahmad, Business Intelligence teammate

(Published 2022) HFC Business Intelligence Systems Analyst Hishaam Ahmad is finding himself at home in HFC's supportive environment.
Zeinab Hachem

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.
Vicki Shepherd

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.
Students seated at tables in a classroom

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.
Robert Yahrmatter new Interim Dean of SOLA, effective August 1, 2022.

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.
Hawkster and HFC Student Success Navigator Ashlei Chears.

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.
HFC alum and Vietnam veteran Ronald Brooks.

Vietnam combat veteran helps other veterans find support

HFC alumnus and Vietnam veteran Ronald Brooks suffered multiple wounds. His experiences after returning home inspired him to devote his time to helping other veterans.
A photo of Troy Gibson holding rainbow flags

Get to Know HFC: Troy Gibson amplifies service and inclusion

Troy Gibson provides advising, guidance, and many kinds of support to HFC students.
James Knittel, new police chief of Plymouth Township.

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.
Photo of Paul Antolin getting sworn in.

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.
A photo of Dr. Ali Hariri and family.

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.
D. Mark Hall, lab technician at HFC for the Telecommunication program.

Get to Know HFC: D. Mark Hall is a Marine, producer, and teacher

As a lab technician at HFC, D. Mark Hall enjoys mentoring students. He hopes to return to his alma mater to teach in the telecommunication program, which he believes is his calling.
Graduation regalia photograph of Rola Hariri.

HawkPride: from dual enrollment to doctorate

Dr. Rola A. Hariri, who recently earned her doctorate in pharmacy from Wayne State University, was once a math tutor in HFC's Learning Lab.
Erica Davenport

HFC prepared student for grad school at Wayne State, where she graduated magna cum laude

HFC prepared Erica Davenport for graduate school and ignited a passion for writing she never knew she had.

Byron Brooks earns DEI Certificate from Rackham Graduate School; continues social justice work

Byron Brooks adds a new certification from U-M to his list of significant academic accomplishments.
A head shot of Tracy Gardner next to the cover of her novel, "Ruby Red Herring"

Alumna’s mystery novel nominated for Edgar Award, named to NYPL’s Best 100 list

Edgar-nominated mystery author and HFC alumna Tracy Gardner has been a nurse for 30 years. Being nominated for the prestigious award has been a highlight of her writing career.
HFC alumna Salwa Mawari and her book "Under the Sana'a Skyline".

HawkPride: HFC alumna publishes her first children’s book

In her children's book, Salwa Mawari takes pride in portraying an underrepresented community in Yemen in a positive light.
Tung Luu, HFC alumnus serves Asian cuisine at his restaurant.

Hawk Pride: Culinary artist opens his own restaurant

The Chopstix in Livonia, owned by HFC alum Tung Luu, serves Asian cuisine. Its specialties include pho and sushi.
A headshot of Lori Grande-Swiatkowski and her book.

Retired HFC instructor writes about amazing experiences as a nurse

Lori Grande-Swiatkowski writes about her professional experiences witnessing what she regards a miraculous events.