Presidential News Archive

Thank you! Hawks' Nest food drive nets 572 pounds of food, personal items

572 pounds of food, hundreds of personal items, and $670 in donations will help students at the HFC Hawks' Nest. More students have participated this year than in the past.
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Labor Day recognizes the contributions of Labor to the American workforce

President Kavalhuna writes about Labor Day and what it means to America.
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What Eid al-Adha means

President Kavalhuna writes about major cultural and spiritual observances that reflect our diverse community.
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Our diverse community can lead real change

President Kavalhuna shares his thoughts about the power of truly hearing others on divisive issues, as a way to lead to meaningful change.
HFC President Russ Kavalhuna, Student Council VP Georgia Cotter, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II, Student Council President Baraka Elmadari at Henry Ford College on June 17.

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist talks about the IT skills gap, workforce diversity during visit to HFC

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II joined several other government, business, and education leaders to talk about the IT skills gap and see HFC students in action.
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What Independence Day means

President Kavalhuna shares his thoughts about the meaning of America's Independence Day.
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What LGBTQ Pride Month means

President Kavalhuna explains the history and meaning of Pride Month.
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Why Juneteenth matters

June 19, or Juneteenth, is the oldest-known celebration commemorating the abolition of slavery in the United States.
EMU Regent Mary Treder Lang and EMU President James Smith present the resolution to HFC President Russell Kavalhuna.

Eastern Michigan University congratulates HFC on 80 years of service to students and our community

EMU recognizes HFC's 80 years of excellence, and the student-centered partnership between the two institutions.
HFC President Russ Kavalhuna, Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Macomb Community College President Jim Sawyer at the Mackinac Policy Conference.

President Kavalhuna meets Governor Whitmer, college and business leaders

The Mackinac Policy Conference provided opportunities for government, college, and business leaders to talk about statewide issues and priorities.
Russ Kavalhuna participates on MPC panel

President Kavalhuna talks about skilled trades on Mackinac Policy Conference panel

President Kavalhuna headlines Mackinac Policy Conference panel on addressing the skilled trades gap.
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What Memorial Day means

Memorial Day has only been an official holiday since 1971, but its legacy belongs to all service members. President Kavalhuna shares his reflections.
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What Ramadan means, and how we can support our Muslim community

This is part of a new series about major cultural and spiritual observances that reflect our diverse community.
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HFC honors retirees at annual retirement luncheon

HFC bids retirees from the past year a fond farewell.
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Congratulations, 2019 Henry Ford College graduates!

Nearly 1,500 graduates were eligible to walk at HFC Commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 4, 2019. Congratulations, graduates!
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Video: Governor Whitmer congratulates HFC graduates

Governor Whitmer sent a video congratulations message to the 1,500 graduates eligible to receive degrees.
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While grieving renewed attacks, we can build a culture of connection

President Kavalhuna shares his thoughts about the College's response to the Sri Lanka attacks, and how we can create meaningful culture change.
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Henry Ford College 80th Anniversary Gala Celebration

Henry Ford College will host a grand celebration of its 80-year legacy at The Henry Hotel in Dearborn on April 26, 2019.
Sylvia Santana gives a high five to Samantha Kavalhuna (held by her father, Russ)

Women's Recognition Luncheon 2019 supports students, inspires community

HFC's annual luncheon is a high-class event that supports students and honors the value of women in leadership on our campuses and in our communities.
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150 HFC students join the 2019 Michigan Student Lobby

HFC had the most students of any college in attendance at the Michigan Student Lobby March 20.
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"Notable Women in HR" honoree Diane Antishin nominated by President Kavalhuna

DTE Energy's Diane Antishin is one of the 2019 honorees in Crain's Detroit Business' "Notable Women in HR." She was nominated by HFC President Russell Kavalhuna. Congratulations, Diane!
President Kavalhuna sitting down with Glenn O'Kray

President Kavalhuna's interview with "Through the Arsenal Gates"

In this 30-minute interview, President Russ Kavalhuna discusses his career, his family, and Henry Ford College with Glenn O'Kray of "Through the Arsenal Gates."
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Our community grieves together, and stands with our Muslim brothers and sisters

President Kavalhuna encourages all of us to show support and solidarity in the wake of yet another mass shooting.