News Archive

Hadil Ghoneim headshot on the left, with the cover of her book, "Arabic Folktales", on the right.

Award-winning author to speak about her book of folktales

Children's author Hadil Ghoneim will read and sign her latest children's book, Arabic Folktales for Children, on Feb. 3.
A basketball next to a box of non-perishable goods.

HFC hosts annual Hunger Games vs. OCC

We encourage you to bring a donation of 5 non-perishable food items as your entry fee to the HFC basketball games on Feb. 11. This is part of the annual MCCAA Hunger Games.
Paulette Pawa

HFC and Amazon help Paulette Pawa pursue computer science dreams

More than 500 HFC students who work at Amazon have benefitted from a partnership that offers employees up to $5,200 per year to study at the College.
A resume on digital tablet.

Prepare for public service: a federal résumé writing workshop

The preparation for public service federal résumé writing workshop is free and open to HFC students and alumni.
Women in a lab coat smiling in a science setting.

Join us for Women in STEM Day

Celebrate Women in STEM Day on Feb. 13 at HFC. Representatives from LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium will give a presentation that will include many animals.
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.
Steve Glazer standing next to his Griots.

“Gathering of the Griots” exhibition

HFC ceramics instructor Steve Glazer's "Gathering of the Griots" exhibition will be on display at the Sisson Gallery through Jan. 29.
Feb 24
An image of a workspace with laptop, phone, tablet, journal, and coffee cup in hand.

Coffee & Careers: “Build Your Network before Graduation”

Join us for our Coffee & Careers workshop, “Build Your Professional Network Before Graduation," on Feb. 24. All students are welcome.
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Student Services Spotlight: “Handshake” student career services tool

Handshake is a user-friendly job platform that allows you to customize what you are looking for in a career, connect you to employers and jobs, and sign up for events.
Writing Center employee assisting an HFC student with writing.

The Writing Center is open for Winter 2026

The Writing Center is available in person or online, to help you with any kind of academic writing.
Science student examining test tube and making notes.

Join us for the Summer Research Opportunities Symposium

At the Summer Research Opportunities Symposium on Jan. 21, you will learn about summer research opportunities and how to engage with them. You will also hear from university partners.
The Gaming Club hanging around with a table set up.

Student Services Spotlight: Student Activities

HFC Student Activities offers more than 40 student organizations and dozens of activities that help you get involved with the campus community.
Close up of W-2 and 1040 paperwork and pen.

Electronic W-2 forms for 2025 are available

Your W-2 forms are online now via Self Service. If you want to receive your 2025 HFC W-2 form in an electronic format, login to sign up.
Henry Ford College seal on blue field

Board of Trustees meeting, January 20

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
HVAC student posing with tools.

Coffee & Careers: “Interview Strategies for Trades and Technical Students”

Join us for our Coffee & Careers workshop, “Interview Strategies for Trades and Technical Students," on Feb. 4. All students are welcome.
Adcraft logo on top an image of a scholarship application.

Adcraft Detroit Scholarship competition is open! Up to $10,000; apply by Feb. 27

HFC students: Apply for the Adcraft Detroit 2026 Annual Scholarship by Feb. 27. Award amounts range from $1,000 to $10,000.
Feb 23
Continuous line drawing of a person in a yoga position with heart shapes floating out of the top of the head.

Join us for Mindfulness Mondays

Mindful Mondays is open to everyone. It will teach you meditation, breathing, and other techniques to help you manage stress and support your mental health and well-being.
Instructor tutoring two students in the Learning Lab.

Student Services Spotlight: the Learning Lab is your hub for academic support

Your hub for student academic support including tutoring, study spaces, academic resources, and relaxation spaces, the Learning Lab is open for the Winter semester.
Headshot of Joen Geffen in thinker pose with black background. Joel has short white hair, wearing glasses, and a light blue shirt.

Geffen’s and Sayre’s photography featured in “Pathways to the Self” exhibition

The “Pathways to the Self” photography exhibit will run from Jan. 15-Feb. 27. It features the work of four photographers, including HFC instructors Dr. Joel Geffen and Pamela Sayre.
High angle portrait of two young people chatting at table and drinking coffee.

Join us for Coffee & Careers: A.I. and your résumé

The first Coffee & Careers session of the Winter 2026 semester is called “Using Artificial Intelligence to Effectively Write Your Résumé.” Hope to see you Jan. 21.
Portrait of Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell.

Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell: “Reintroducing Dr. King” on Zoom Jan. 20

Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell will give a virtual keynote address, “Reintroducing Dr. King: Attempted Erasure and the Work of Recovery,” on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
Feb 18
Astronomers looking at the starry skies with a telescope.

Enjoy our other-worldly shows at Hammond Planetarium

Learn more about the universe at our other-worldly, advanced-technology Planetarium. Shows are free. Please register in advance, so we can be sure to get you seated.
Alanna Schwartz posing outdoors on the left, an MLK poster collage on the right.

Alumna hosts “Arts of Defiance: Symbols of Hope,” a workshop to celebrate MLK

"Arts of Defiance: Symbols of Hope," a poster-making workshop in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is open to the public on Thursday, January 22.
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Student Services Spotlight: SAFE@HFC

SAFE@HFC's mission is to spread awareness and support HFC students and employees in the LBGTQ+ community through resources and a welcoming environment.