News Archive

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Mariyah Saleh aspires to a dual career in law and business

HFC Student Council Chair Mariyah Saleh has found her path through dual enrollment, focusing on academic and community engagement.
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Memorial Day: President’s video

President Kavalhuna and HFC staff member Juanita Van Raden talk about the history and meaning of Memorial Day.
 Katie Warden and her skeleton puppet from The Passage.

Mirror News wins 10 awards at MPA Better Newspaper Contest

HFC's student newspaper, the Mirror News, continues to win statewide recognition. Our fantastic students added 10 more awards to their list of honors.
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HFC alumnus and son cohost award-winning wrestling podcast

HFC alumnus Mizzion Smith and his son, Houston, have interviewed many pro wrestlers on their award-winning podcast.
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Vice President of Institutional Advancement earns doctorate

HFC Vice President of Institutional Advancement adds a Doctor of Ministry to his many credentials.
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Accountant Barbara Eisterhold calls it a career after 21 years

After 21 years at the College, HFC Director of Financial Accounting Barbara Eisterhold is retiring.
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HFC men’s basketball team promotes literacy through “Read to Succeed”

The HFC men’s basketball team promoted literacy among elementary students by joining the “Read to Succeed” program.
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Aya Soweidan advances a family tradition, and her aspirations, at HFC

Aya Soweidan is the latest in a family of successful HFC students, including her mother and brother. She aspires to become an attorney.
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Board of Trustees meeting, May 19

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Abdulaziz Alkhalisi maximizes academics and social growth at HFC

HFEC introduced Abdulaziz Alkhalisi to a richly diverse student body, which brought him out of his shell and helped him thrive.
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HFC pre-engineering team named 2025 Community College Innovation Challenge finalist

For the seventh time in 11 years, HFC has been named a Community College Innovation Challenge finalist. HFC is also the only college in Michigan participating in this year's CCIC.
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Jim Piché earned 3 degrees and a certificate after 30 years of work

After nearly 30 years, Jim Piché earned 3 associate degrees and a certificate from HFC. The Army veteran, teacher, and theatre major has learned a lot from life and school.
Dr. Lori M. Gonko

Board of Trustees appoints Dr. Lori M. Gonko as Interim President of the College

In a unanimous vote, the Board of Trustees appointed Lori M. Gonko, Ed.D., as interim president of the College. Dr. Gonko is expected to start her new role on July 1.
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Albara Muthala tests limits through aerospace engineering and the Seven Summits

Albara Muthala will study aerospace engineering program at U-M. First, though, he'll attempt the Seven Summits in Washington state, a feat of mountaineering that would be the pinnacle of his young life.
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Writing Center hours for Summer 2025

The Writing Center is open for the Summer 2025 semester starting May 13.
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Learning Lab schedule for Summer 2025

The Learning Lab's schedule for the Summer 2025 semester begins May 13.
Jun 26
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Fifty-One O One restaurant hosts International Cuisine luncheons on summer Thursdays

Fifty-One O One will host its popular International Cuisine series on Thursdays from May 22 to June 26. Reservations recommended!
Dec 24 - Jan 01

Winter break; College closed

Winter break is December 24 through January 1; the College will be closed.
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Board of Trustees special meeting May 12

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting following the Dearborn Public Schools meeting on May 12.
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HFC students meet with renowned filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola

HFC students didn't need to get an “offer they couldn’t refuse” to attend this conversational event with the renowned director.
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Molly Mildenberger joins Student Activities

Molly Mildenberger is the new Student Activities Administrative Assistant.
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Commencement is May 10. All info is here!

All the information you need to attend Commencement this Saturday, or watch our live stream, is on our Commencement website.
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MCCAA Eastern Conference Champion baseball team heads to regionals!

The Hawks baseball team won the MCCAA Eastern Conference last weekend, and advances to the NJCAA Region XII Division II Baseball Championship starting May 8.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We encourage you to take advantage of resources to support your mental health and wellbeing.