Presidential News Archive

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Board of Trustees meeting, December 11

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on December 11, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Board of Trustees meeting, November 20

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on November 20, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Pizza and a Play with President Kavalhuna

President Kavalhuna invites you to a pizza dinner in the ASCC Atrium, followed by the HFC production of "Leo's Big Day Out." Please register so we will know you are attending. The play is fully suitable for all ages.
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Board of Trustees meeting, October 16

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on October 16, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.
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“Future of Work: The Battle for Gen Z” town hall features luminaries and VIPs

Journalists, state leaders, college and university presidents, and the public will come together in a robust town hall conversation sponsored by Detroit Public Television.
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Patti Flogaus will serve as Interim Executive Assistant to President Kavalhuna

Longtime HFC employee Patti Flogaus will serve in the President's office for several months, and will continue to assist the VP for Student Affairs.
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Board of Trustees meeting, September 18

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on September 18, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.
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22 years after 9/11: bringing out the best in each other

President Kavalhuna reflects on the meaning of 9/11. Being our best selves honors the legacy of sacrifice and unity. “This College stands on the promise that every student – at any age, from any background, with any dream – can succeed and have a better life through public education.”
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HFC’s Kathy Dimitriou wins prestigious award from the Association of Community College Trustees

Kathy Dimitriou caps a storied 46-year career with an award that recognizes some of her many accomplishments and contributions to the College.
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Tracye Y. Davis leads efforts to enhance equity and belonging

Tracye Y. Davis brings a broad set of skills and experiences to the collaborative and challenging work of advancing equity and belonging Henry Ford College.
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Board of Trustees meeting, August 14

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on August 14, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.
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John Satkowski named Notable Leader in Energy by Crain’s Detroit Business

John Satkowski helped lead a transformative energy sustainability project at HFC, also working to prepare students for emerging global energy careers.
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Governor Whitmer appoints HFC President Kavalhuna to co-chair Higher Education Workgroup of Growing Michigan Together Council

New efforts to help all Michiganders thrive and help the state grow will include a focus on higher education, P-12, workforce development, transportation, and infrastructure.
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Independence Day

Reflections on the meaning of Independence Day. This is part of the HFC President's Holiday Series.
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Eid al Adha

Reflections on the meaning of the Muslim festival of Eid al Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice. This video is part of the HFC President’s Holiday Series.
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Board of Trustees meeting, June 12

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on June 12, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.
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HFC alumna’s uplifting story about getting diploma while going into labor makes national news (video)

Determined to walk across the stage to get her diploma, despite going into labor, Kelsey Hudie's inspirational story has made national headlines.
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Feliz (Happy) Cinco de Mayo

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on this international holiday.
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Grant from Ballmer Group and Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation is a game-changer for student success, elevating Michigan communities and businesses

Henry Ford College leads the way among 7 community colleges receiving funding through a $30 million grant from the Ballmer Group and the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation in collaboration with the Detroit Chamber.
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Arab American Heritage Month: President’s video

President Kavalhuna and Sam Bazzi talk about the meaning of Arab American Heritage Month.
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Board of Trustees meeting, April 17

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on April 17, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.
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U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow visits HFC to celebrate major investment in sustainable energy and student careers

Sustainable energy is evidence of hope for future generations, said U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow. The Senator joined HFC corporate partners and HFC leaders to recognize a major federal investment in energy innovation and new career paths at HFC.
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Holy Week and Easter: President’s video

President Kavalhuna and Lorraine Paffenroth talk about the history and meaning of Holy Week and Easter.
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Board of Trustees meeting, March 20

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on March 20, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.