Presidential News Archive

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President’s invitation: talk, jog, walk, eat... First Friday, September 9, 2022

President Kavalhuna invites the HFC community to the first First Friday on the Second Friday of September. this 2-minute video describes the fun, flexible options.
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President’s video: How can we help you get ready for fall semester?

President Kavalhuna welcomes all members of the Hawk student family to Fall semester, which starts August 25. If there is anything we can do to help, let us know!
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Board of Trustees meeting, August 8, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on August 8, 2022. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Juneteenth: President’s video

President Kavalhuna and Byron Brooks share the history and personal meaning of the Juneteenth holiday.
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HFC names Holly Diamond Vice President of Student Affairs

Holly Diamond has been named the HFC Vice President of Student Affairs after an interim period and a national search.
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Board of Trustees meeting, June 13, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on June 13, 2022. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Board of Trustees special meeting, May 26

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to call for a closed session. There will be no public business at this meeting.
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Congratulations, Class of 2022!

Hundreds of HFC graduating students attended the first in-person Commencement ceremony since 2019. Videos and photos are now online.
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Board of Trustees meeting, May 16, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on May 16, 2022. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Board of Trustees meeting, April 18, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on April 18, 2022. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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27th annual President’s Collage Concert is April 27

April 27's President's Collage Concert features a variety of talented HFC musical groups. This year's event pays homage to co-founder Rick Goward.
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Board of Trustees meeting, March 21, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on March 21, 2022. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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President’s video: supporting our diverse international community in difficult times

President Kavalhuna shares a message about the meaning of an educational community of belonging that upholds supportive civic values. He includes practical information about how to receive and give support.
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Board of Trustees meeting, February 21, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on February 21, 2022. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Board of Trustees meeting, January 18, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on January 18, 2022. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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John McDonald remembrances, by the HFC community

The HFC community reflects on the meaning of John McDonald's life and contributions at the College.
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Sad news: John McDonald has passed away

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the news that John McDonald has passed away.

Remembering John McDonald

John McDonald served the College community for more than 50 years, until his passing in December 2021.
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Board of Trustees meeting, December 13, 2021

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on December 13, 2021. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

Make a difference by volunteering on the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Jan. 17, 2022.
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Board of Trustees special meeting for closed session

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to convene a closed session to discuss the president's contract.
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HFEC representatives accept National Blue Ribbon Award in Washington, D.C.

HFEC is the only high school in Michigan to win a National Blue Ribbon School Award this year. A team of HFEC representatives traveled to Washington, D.C. for the awards ceremony.

Thanksgiving: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna and Alicia Jackson share their reflections on this American (and Canadian) holiday. We also welcome a special guest cameo for this video.
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Strategic plan presentation and employee meeting

The Strategic Planning Team will present its work and initial plan draft, take questions, and distribute a survey for feedback prior to the final plan draft.