News Archive

Anxiety and depression workshop: open to the public

Learn how to cope with depression and anxiety at HFC's anxiety and depression workshop March 17. Free and open to the public.
Amulet, Marvel's newest superhero who lives in Dearborn, by artist Sara Alfageeh. She co-created Amulet with HFC alumnus/writer Saladin Ahmed.

Alumnus creates Dearborn-based superhero for Marvel; signing March 4

Saladin Ahmed creates Marvel Comics' newest character: a superhero from Dearborn called Amulet. Signing at Green Brain Comics March 4!

ER nurse: good teaching changes lives

Mohamed Saleh, a nurse, describes how HFC teaching, scholarships, and diversity changed the course of his life. He plans to return as a teacher one day.
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What Presidents’ Day means

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on Presidents' Day (Washington's Birthday).
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Transfer info session with Eastern Michigan University

Everything you want to know about transferring from HFC to Eastern Michigan University, including programs, costs, scholarships, and seamless transitions.

Transfer information session with U of M Dearborn

Everything you want to know about transferring from HFC to University of Michigan Dearborn, including programs, costs, scholarships, and seamless transitions.
HFC alumna Jennifer Amilivia recently earned her doctorate from the University of Kansas.

The long road to becoming Dr. Amilivia

HFC alumna Jennifer Amilivia beats the odds and earns her doctorate in special education from the University of Kansas, becoming a special education advocate along the way.
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Weekly yoga expands! Weds. and Thurs. afternoons

Employees and students can enjoy the benefits of free yoga, led by Cristina Bailey and Pam Stewart.
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Black History Month Events 2020

Henry Ford College celebrates Black History Month. Join us for a variety of events.
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President Kavalhuna selected for Aspen New Presidents Fellowship

President Kavalhuna is one of only 25 presidents selected nationally for the Aspen New Presidents Fellowship. The goal is to achieve transformational change on behalf of students.
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HFC supports Governor Whitmer’s “60 by 30 Action Alliance”

HFC champions Gov. Whitmer's goal of having 60% of working-age adults achieve a college education by 2030.
HFC alumnus Eric Thomas is the "Chief Storyteller" for the City of Detroit.

HFC alumnus becomes “Chief Storyteller” for Mayor Duggan

Eric Thomas, who studied graphic design at HFC, is the new Chief Storyteller for the City of Detroit.
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All women are invited to MI-ACE Women's Network Lunch and Learn Feb. 27

Learn work-life balance skills at the first brown-bag Lunch and Learn of 2020, sponsored by the MI-ACE Women's Network at HFC.
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New mileage reimbursement rates for 2020

New mileage reimbursement rates for 2020 is 57.5 cents per mile. Please submit mileage reimbursement requests monthly.

25th Annual President’s Collage Concert is Feb. 29

HFC musicians will perform Saturday, Feb. 29, at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center in Dearborn for the 25th Annual President’s Collage Concert.
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Zenni Optical recognizes HFC as one of the best eye care schools nationally

HFC's Certified Ophthalmic Technician program was named in Zenni Optical's Top 20 programs nationwide.
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Weight Watchers at Work: Sign up by Feb. 13!

Sign up for Weight Watchers at Work by Feb. 13. The Early Bird special is available until Feb. 6 as you begin your journey to a healthier you.
"Good Boy," sculpted by HFC student Shanzae Malik, won third place in the 3-D category at this year's LAND Conference. It was inspired by her Shar-Pei dog, Tuka.

HFC art student wins third place at statewide LAND Conference

HFC art student Shanzae Malik's sculpture took third place in the 3-D category in this year's Liberal Arts Network for Development conference.
Dr. Hassan Nameghi, left, holds a “Scuumba,” an underwater vacuum robot used to clean fish tanks. This apparatus, created by HFC students in  fall  2019, is equipped with water jets to move it around the fish tank. At right is the M-TEC building, the new

HFC program sets course for “engineering culture” at new home on the East Campus

The HFC pre-engineering program expands into its new home on the East Campus to accommodate a large number of students.
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HFC’s Adam Jaber officially becomes an American citizen

A new citizen, a new name: HR Customer Service Leader Adam Jaber commemorates his new citizenship with a name change.
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Math, engineering, and Hana Beydoun's path to a career at DTE Energy

Women are still a minority in STEM fields, but are gaining ground. Hana Beydoun found the path to her STEM career through courses and mentors at HFC.
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Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson headlines HFC Student Engagement Conference

Keynote speaker, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, will be joined by other civic, community, business, non-profit, and education leaders at the Student Engagement Conference Feb. 6-7. The public is invited to this free event.
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HFC welcomes new Coordinator of Program Improvement and Effectiveness

Coordinator of Program Improvement and Effectiveness, Jennifer Markin, brings 15 years of higher education experience to her new role.