News Archive

HFC inspired alumna to love and teach math

Amani Hamadi plans to become a math teacher, thanks to the inspiration she gained from faculty at HFC.

85-year-old HFC alumnus breaks records at Senior Olympics

At 85, swimmer Joel Lockwood still blows the competition out of the water, breaking records in the process.
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August HR update: resignations and new hires

News about your HFC colleagues for August 2019.
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Why are we requiring you to take cybersecurity training?

Data is the modern-day currency. Hackers are trying to access your sensitive data. Protect yourself and the College by learning how to stay safe.
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HFC alumnus Byron Brooks makes strides in helping the homeless

Detroit TV station WXYZ reports on Byron Brooks' most recent efforts to help people who struggle with homelessness, as he once did.
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HFC wins 2019 MCCA Outstanding Team/Collaboration Education Award

HFC earned a statewide award for outstanding work with displaced former ITT Technical Institute students.
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HFC earns NAEYC accreditation for excellence in early childhood education

HFC's Associate Degree in Children and Families earns recognition for its high quality through NAEYC accreditation.
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Siblings in HFC’s Cisco program work together at Secure-24

Both Mroue siblings found their true calling in IT, with the help of Henry Ford College. They currently work together at Secure-24.

TODAY! HFC Career Expo 2019

Next step toward landing your dream job: Come to the HFC Career Expo today, 1:30-4:00 p.m. in the Athletic Memorial Building (H). Parking and event are free.
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Help students navigate campus as Fall semester begins

"May I Help You?" volunteers are needed to help new students navigate the main HFC campus Aug. 22, 23, 26.
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What Eid al-Adha means

President Kavalhuna writes about major cultural and spiritual observances that reflect our diverse community.
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Financial Aid Night August 13

Need money for college this fall? Welcome Center staff invite you to attend Financial Aid Night! Free and open to the public.
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Our diverse community can lead real change

President Kavalhuna shares his thoughts about the power of truly hearing others on divisive issues, as a way to lead to meaningful change.
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Michigan's largest community college pre-engineering program partners with UM-Dearborn

HFC's pre-engineering program is the largest such program at a Michigan community college, and it leads to successful transfers to bachelor of engineering degrees.
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Middle School Environmental Science Camp includes real-world experiences

During the Camp Henry environmental science experience, middle school students got to create a weed killer, test soil, examine pond water, hike, and more.
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HFC nursing student crowned Miss Oakland County 2019

After becoming Miss Oakland County 2019, HFC nursing student Grace Newlin will represent Oakland County at the 2020 Miss Michigan competition.
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Voter registration drive now through Oct. 8

Register to vote during HFC's 2019 voter registration drive. Then, vote on Nov. 5!
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Ophthalmic Technician students provide free eye exams at Capuchin Soup Kitchen

OPT students examined more than 50 patients, some of whom had serious medical needs they could address with the ophthalmologists present.
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Hawks' Nest "Stock the Pantry" food drive now through Sept. 6

Stock the Hawks' Nest so our students will have the food and personal items they need. Drive runs Aug. 26 - Sept. 6.
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Family Literacy event brings community partners, families together

Wayne State University football players and Dearborn police joined the fun at the 4th annual Family Literacy Event last month.
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Rick Michalski appointed interim director of IRR

Rick Michalski takes on a new role as interim director of Institutional Research and Reporting.
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A reminder: WebAdvisor has been replaced by Self Service

The phased move from WebAdvisor to Self Service was completed on July 31, 2019. All services are now provided through Self Service.
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Have you completed your mandated accessibility training?

The Office of Civil Rights requires all employees who create digital content to complete accessibility training. The deadline is approaching.