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First-gen student’s international experiences made her fearless

After all her achievements at HFC, Charvae Jackson sets an example for other first-generation students.
Steve Murrell selfie with science objects in his office.

Get to Know HFC: Steve Murrell was heavily influenced by his NASA-employed dad

An instructor at HFC since 1999, Steve Murrell is the faculty chair of the Physics, Astronomy, and Earth Science Department.
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Adrianne Hernandez aspires to provide the environment students need to succeed

FTA president Adrianne Hernandez’s experiences at HFC have shaped the educator she hopes to be.
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Pamela Aue will retire from teaching, but not from singing at HFC

Pamela Aue's teaching assignment was only supposed to be one semester, but it turned into nearly 17 years. Now, she's looking forward to retirement.
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Donate to the Warmer Days Clothing Drive

The HFC Administrators' Association, Local 71, is collecting clothing and financial donations to assist local schools this winter.
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“A good run” – Deb Gates retires from HFC

After nearly 36 years at the College, HFC Counselor Deb Gates is retiring to focus on her next chapter.
Student Activities volunteers during finals week handing out snacks to students.

“Good Luck on Finals” event

Volunteer for the "Good Luck on Finals" event Dec. 9-12 to support HFC students during their final exams and projects.
Sharon Pearl Picking sitting at her desk.

Sharon Pearl Picking retires after 25 years in financial aid

HFC's longest-serving financial aid employee, Sharon Pearl Picking, moves on to other aspirations as she makes way for the next generation of leadership.
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“Mix and Mingle: Open House and Celebration” at Fifty-One O One

Cabinet invites all employees to the “Mix and Mingle: Open House and Celebration” at Fifty-One O One on Dec. 4.
Sharon McAlpine sitting at her desk.

Sharon McAlpine becomes the new bursar at HFC

As the new bursar at HFC, Sharon McAlpine builds upon a strong foundation of experience and familiarity.
Henry Ford II Honors Program students gathered together.

Join us as Honors students present their research during Honors Day

Everyone is invited to Honors Day on Dec. 5. Come hear Henry Ford II Honors Program students present and discuss their research projects.
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Reminder: Informer will replace WebFOCUS December 1

Informer replaces the former WebFOCUS system as the College's data analytics and reporting platform.
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HFC welcomes Jaylyn Haygood to MCTS team

Jaylyn Haygood enjoys helping students find the advantages she found in higher education.
Georgia Travis standing underneath of a car working on it.

HFC welcomes Georgia Travis, an alumna teaching Automotive Technology

HFC automotive instructor Georgia Travis enjoys introducing students to the world of the automobile.
Amanda Chahine poses outside her cubicle, pointing at her name plate.

Amanda Chahine returns to her alma mater after exploring multiple careers

HFC web content and design manager Amanda Chahine is excited to return to her alma mater, where she learned that her potential was boundless.
Detroit Promise student working on laptop and smiling.

Apple awards HFC $72,000 to advance tech careers

Apple's CEI awards funds to develop a series of innovative courses.
To the left a headshot of John Patrick. On the right, John playing his guitar on stage.

HFC welcomes John Patrick, who shows students there is beauty in mathematics

Instructor John Patrick relishes both math and music.
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Get to Know HFC: Shannon Hasper was always meant to teach nursing

Shannon Hasper sets an example for her students of compassion and competent nursing.
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Board of Trustees special meeting: Audit Committee

The Board of Trustees Audit Committee will meet November 17, 2025, at
Henry Ford College seal on blue field

Board of Trustees meeting, November 17

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Free Autumn Jazz Concert

Join us for the Autumn Jazz Concert on Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. Admission is free.
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HFC and EMU perform “Together with You” holiday concert

HFC and EMU collaborate on a free holiday choral concert Dec. 3 at HFC.
Clockwise from top left: HFC alumni Amir El-Aswad, Micah Walker, Alayna Kondraciuk, and Alanna Grace-Marie Schwartz will speak about their experiences at the College on Nov. 19’s panel, “Getting the Most Out of Your College Experience.”

Alumni panel focuses on “Getting the Most out of Your College Experience”

Four HFC alumni will speak about at HFC on Nov. 19 about how they got the most out of their HFC experience. This event is free; everyone is welcome.
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WHFR-FM website gets a new look in time for 40th anniversary

WHFR-FM's website has a modern look as the student-run radio station celebrates its first 40 years.