Presidential News Archive

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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.
President Kavalhuna

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.
Kavalhuna, Gilchrist, and Whitmer

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.
Tyrone Bean presents at the DTE headquarters, flanked by Mayor Mike Duggan (second from right) and other leaders.

Youth leader and HFC student is an aspiring entrepreneur

HFC student and community youth leader aspires to open his own line of luxury clothing.
Governor Whitmer and two HFC students

Governor Gretchen Whitmer talks vision, closing the skills gap during visit to HFC

Governor Gretchen Whitmer toured HFC programs March 14, and talked about her vision for the State of Michigan and how HFC helps meet the state's needs.
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Condolences to our community following the death of HFC student Ahmed Altaii

HFC student Ahmed Altaii passed away March 9 while on spring break.
President Kavalhuna in his office

President Kavalhuna: Community college is the right investment for Michigan

In an op ed in Crain's Detroit Business, President Kavalhuna makes the case for tuition-free community college to close the skills gap.
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From President Kavalhuna: Academic resources to help students succeed

Struggling in your classes due to College closures? Let us help. Henry Ford College offers many academic support resources to help students succeed.
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John Dingell remembrances by the HFC community

Many members of the HFC community contacted us in the wake of John Dingell's Feb. 7 passing. We are sharing some of those stories here.
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John Dingell, a man For the Good of All

John Dingell, former U.S. congressman, Dearborn resident, tireless advocate, and friend to our community, will always be honored at HFC. President Kavalhuna and members of the HFC community, along with civic leaders, share their stories about John Dingell.
Tyrone Bean with Russell Kavalhuna

HFC student Tyrone Bean is Youth Presenter for Grow Detroit's Young Talent

Henry Ford College business student Tyrone Bean was selected to be the youth presenter at the Grow Detroit’s Young Talent 2019 Kick-off at DTE Energy HQ Jan. 31.
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Nearly 400 volunteered to serve at MLK Day of Service

HFC and U-M Dearborn collaborated to provide service to dozens of local non-profit organizations helping our community. (Photo courtesy UM-Dearborn)
President Kavalhuna being pinned by fellow rotarian, and HFC Trustee, James Thorpe.

President Kavalhuna joins the Dearborn Rotary

President Kavalhuna gets involved in a major service international organization.
Students walking on campus

President Kavalhuna establishes a strategic enrollment management core team

Vice President Daniel Herbst and Vice President Michael Nealon will lead the way to evaluate and improve our enrollment processes and, in the long-term, our outcomes.
Large check presentation with board and legislators

January State of the College: points of pride, vision for 2019 and beyond

The Winter State of the College started with a major announcement and concluded with inspiration for how we can remain focused on student success.