News Archive

Lucas Luchonok

Lucas Luchonok, longtime HFC facilities employee, begins new career in nursing

Lucas Luchonok, who worked in HFC Facilities Services for five years, will leave the College to pursue his career in nursing.
Tom Kopeck

HFC alum Tom Kopeck inducted into Polka Music Hall of Fame

Former radio personality Tom Kopeck, who got his start at HFC, was inducted into the Michigan State Polka Music Hall of Fame Oct. 6.
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SSA hosts "Monday Night Football Chili Cook-off" in the afternoon Oct. 14

Sign up to compete, or join us as a taste-tester and voter!
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“Mary Poppins” concludes this weekend

“Mary Poppins” comes to HFC Nov. 15-24. The public is welcome.
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Manufacturing Day, October 4

Learn about a variety of manufacturing careers by attending Manufacturing Day at HFC.
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Technology Investment Fund project presentations, October 4

TIF presentations for Fall 2019 will take place Oct. 4.
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Employee Benefits Fair Raffle Winners

Eight HFC employees won prizes during the Sept. 18 Employee Benefits Fair raffle. Collect your prizes!
Eric McElvenny, who lost his right leg while serving in Afghanistan, has run eight Ironman Triathlons.

Marine veteran, triathlete amputee hosts goal-setting workshop at HFC

Marine Corps veteran Eric McElvenny learned about goal-setting through hard experience. His story helps inspire others with practical ways to follow their dreams.
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DIA’s “Diego Rivera and the Detroit Industry Murals” at HFC Oct. 1

HFC Council of World Cultures spotlights Mexican mural painter Diego Rivera Oct. 1.
HFC biology instructor Stewart Vining stands next to the newly-installed purple martin pole. It has a crank for easy gourd maintenance. The bird pictured at upper right is a purple martin. At lower right is a bluebird.

“This is for the birds!” Biology instructor makes HFC a bird-friendly campus

HFC biology instructor Stewart Vining makes the HFC campus a safer place for birds.
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September HR update: new hires, re-classifications, resignations

News about your HFC colleagues for September 2019.
Students listening to Anthony Ianni’s anti-bullying awareness presentation

Anthony Ianni brings bullying awareness to HFC during Relentless Tour

Anthony Ianni spoke to a packed house at HFC as part of his anti-bullying Relentless Tour.
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Campus tree planting caps multi-event Climate Forum at HFC

President Russ Kavalhuna, left, with English faculty member Gary McIlroy, the primary organizer of the Sept. 20 Climate Forum.
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What Hispanic Heritage Month means

September 15 - October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month. President Kavalhuna shares some history, and his thoughts about the celebration.

Re-Discover Day for HFC students

HFC students, learn about your options at HFC during Re-Discover Day. Explore the programs, majors, and career assistance that HFC offers you. Register, and you'll get a free lunch.
Rachel Eubanks, Michigan State Treasurer, speaks during the Financial Literacy Summit at Henry Ford College

Michigan Financial Literacy Summit at HFC will help Michiganders throughout their lifespan

HFC partners with State Treasurer Rachel Eubanks and others to develop programs on financial literacy from kindergarten through retirement.
Dr. Michael Nealon (left), HFC Vice President of Academic Affairs, and HFC AFO President Lynn Boza (right) sign the memorandum of agreement.

New MOA provides professional development pay for AFO members at HFC

A newly-signed Memorandum of Agreement extends professional development pay for AFO adjunct faculty members.
Photo of Nina Denny (right) in her dress uniform and her father, Michael Navetta

Military to culinary: veteran finds a second career through HFC

USAF vet calls HFC her "home away from home."
President Kavalhuna

TODAY: Students, meet President Kavalhuna for a Hawk Chat at 1:00!

President Kavalhuna invites students to an informal conversation Sept. 18 about your success, and whatever is on your mind.
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HFC celebrates National Surgical Technologists Week Sept. 16-20

The HFC Surgical Technology program's 100 percent pass rate is something to celebrate during National Surgical Technologists Week Sept. 16-20.

New podcast launches during Healthcare Simulation Week Sept. 16-20

HFC nursing simulation instructor co-founds Southeast Michigan Simulation Consortium during Healthcare Simulation Week.

SSA "Trunk or Treat" Volunteers Needed

Please sign up to help out at this popular community event, which gives families a safe, fun place to celebrate Halloween with treats, costumes, and a magic show.
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September 12: possibilities after a tragedy

Creating a better world after the 9/11 tragedy is an ongoing -- and critically important -- part of our mission. Our core strengths at HFC place us in a unique position to make a difference.