Presidential News Archive

David Knezek, Jr.

Board of Trustees appoints David M. Knezek, Jr. as the seventh College President

In a public meeting on April 10, 2026, the HFC Board of Trustees appointed Mr. David M. Knezek, Jr. as the College's seventh president, succeeding Interim President Dr. Lori M. Gonko.
Dr. Lori M. Gonko

Dr. Lori M. Gonko named President of Macomb Community College

The Macomb Community College Board of Trustees selected HFC Interim President Dr. Lori M. Gonko as the incoming President at MCC, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.
Brad Mitchell

HFC welcomes Brad Mitchell, Interim VP and CFO

The Board of Trustees has appointed Mitchell, a highly experienced higher education finance and operations leader who brings a personable approach to his collaborative work. He will serve until the end of the calendar year.
Ismael Ahmed

Remembering Ismael Ahmed

Ismael Ahmed was a highly respected community leader who spent his life serving and changing others' lives for the better.
HFC students chatting in the courtyard.

Student Satisfaction Survey: Make your voice heard!

Students: Your participation in the Student Satisfaction Survey will help us improve the overall student experience at HFC. Please complete it by Feb. 6.
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Board of Trustees meeting, January 20

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Henry Ford College Board of Trustees invites visionary leaders to apply for College Presidency

Qualified applicants are invited to apply by January 30. You may also nominate a potential candidate within the same time period.
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Board of Trustees meeting, December 15

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees Building and Site Committee

The Building and Site Committee of the Board of Trustees will meet Dec. 1 at 5:00 p.m.
Clear mug of spiced cider on a tray surrounded by decorated cookies and candy cane sticks.

“Mix and Mingle: Open House and Celebration” at Fifty-One O One

Cabinet invites all employees to the “Mix and Mingle: Open House and Celebration” at Fifty-One O One on Dec. 4.
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Henry Ford College Board of Trustees selects Academic Search to assist with presidential search

The Board of Trustees selected Academic Search due to its expertise, approachability, and solid history of working with community colleges in hiring their leaders.
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Board of Trustees Ad Hoc Committee meeting, October 10

The Board of Trustees will hold an Ad Hoc Committee meeting in the Cabinet Conference Room.
Group of students in caps and gowns

HFC prepares for the Higher Learning Commission site visit

The Higher Learning Commission will conduct a site visit of HFC Oct. 27-28.
Headshot of Nahla Haidar in front of a green wall.

HFC’s Nahla Haidar selected for MCCA Leadership Academy

Nahla Haidar will represent HFC in joining 44 fellows statewide who are expanding their leadership skills through a year-long professional development journey.
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Board of Trustees special meeting, Sept. 15

The HFC Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss candidates for the Board vacancy.
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Board of Trustees meeting, September 15

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be preceded by a Policy Committee meeting (5:30 p.m.) and then a Special Meeting (6:30 p.m.).
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Board of Trustees regular meeting and special meeting (policy committee), August 25

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room. Earlier in the evening, the Policy Committee will meet.
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Board of Trustees Study Session, August 27

The Board of Trustees will hold a study session regarding the SEMSSC project in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Board of Trustees Building and Site Committee meeting, August 5

The Board of Trustees will hold a Building and Site Committee meeting in the Cabinet Conference Room.
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Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees, August 5

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting in the Rosenau Board Room to discuss the presidential search process.
Dr. Lori Gonko and Patti Flogaus

Dr. Lori Gonko takes the helm at HFC

Dr. Lori M. Gonko is the new Interim President at Henry Ford College as of July 1. She spent much of her first day working with teammates to keep the College's focus on our student success mission.
Illustration of a woman wearing colorful clothing and holding her arms up in celebration; Juneteenth, Freedom Day text

Juneteenth: President’s video

President Kavalhuna, HFC graduate Kalimah Gardner, and HFC Admissions Recruiter La Mar Harris share the history and personal meaning of the Juneteenth holiday.
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Board of Trustees Building and Site Committee meeting, June 17

The Board of Trustees will hold a Building and Site Committee meeting in the Cabinet Conference Room.
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Board of Trustees meeting, June 16

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.