News Archive

HFC observes Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with community service

Both Henry Ford College campuses will be closed Monday, Jan. 21, 2019 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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U.S. Postal Service rate increases, effective Jan. 27

U.S. Postal Service announces several rate increases, effective Jan. 27.
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HFC wrestlers excel in MCCAA championships; Mancina wins individual gold

The HFC wrestling team took third place overall in the MCCAA championships. Dominic Mancina won his weight class.

NetTutor completed more than 200 sessions in its first semester

NetTutor, the online tutoring service for HFC students launched in the Fall 2018 Semester, served more than 65 students in its first four months.
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Henry Ford College Theater alumni in Shakespeare’s "Hamlet" Feb. 8-17

Six HFC Theater alumni are among the performers in this contemporary production of Shakespeare's longest, and arguably best-known, play.

Hammond Planetarium: “Stopping by the Woods on a Snowy Evening”

HFC's Hammond Planetarium presents winter star talks called "Stopping by the Woods on a Snowy Evening" Jan. 16-Feb. 26.
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Ken Donovan and Patty Sellers retire; join us to celebrate them!

Ken Donovan and Patty Sellers will retire after a combined 61 years at the College. They're telling their stories -- and giving you a chance to tell yours.

Companies recruiting this month: Avis-Budget, TGI Friday, Motor City Casino

Jan. 10, 16, and 31 are corporate recruiting dates at Henry Ford College.

Free automotive career expo before Detroit Auto Show

Job seekers can obtain FREE tickets to the Automotive Career Expo as a prelude to the Detroit Auto Show.
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New mileage reimbursement rate for 2019

The mileage reimbursement rate has increased for 2019. All travel through Dec. 31, 2018, will be reimbursed at the 2018 rate.
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President Kavalhuna establishes a strategic enrollment management core team

Vice President Daniel Herbst and Vice President Michael Nealon will lead the way to evaluate and improve our enrollment processes and, in the long-term, our outcomes.
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January State of the College: points of pride, vision for 2019 and beyond

The Winter State of the College started with a major announcement and concluded with inspiration for how we can remain focused on student success.

Student Code of Conduct has been updated

The Henry Ford College Board of Trustees has updated the student code of conduct.
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HFC Interior Design students to renovate two apartments in Henry Ford Village

Henry Ford Village invited HFC interior design students back for a second year of renovating apartments.
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Governor names President Kavalhuna to 21st Century Talent Creation Subcommittee

As he left office, Governor Snyder appointed HFC President Russell Kavalhuna to the 21st Century Talent Creation Subcommittee.
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HFC receives nearly $7 million in state funding for new Entrepreneur and Innovation Institute

To boost Michigan’s future workforce, the state legislature granted Henry Ford College capital outlay funding to move forward with its new Entrepreneur and Innovation Institute / Technology Building Renovation and Addition.
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From President Kavalhuna: Wishing you joy and fulfillment

President Kavalhuna reflects on the heart and soul of Henry Ford College as we enter the holiday break.
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Sign up to help new students Jan. 7 and 8

The Employee Recognition and Engagement Committee asks for your help, to help new students navigate our campus and meet friendly people.
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Army veteran, skydiver, Hapkido grand master develops his own form of martial arts

Marshall Gagne's Won Moo Do merges techniques of various martial arts, including Tae Kwan Do and Hapkido.
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Kiwanitalk with President Kavalhuna: Why Henry Ford College?

This 30-minute video showcases President Kavalhuna's leadership and the advantages Henry Ford College offers our students and community.
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HFC professor authors textbook on Arab art

Dr. Hashim Al-Tawil, an art history professor at HFC, recently wrote a textbook for his Art 227 class.
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Local 1650 honors John McDonald in his 40th year as union president

John McDonald celebrates 40 years as president of Local 1650, the HFC faculty union. A Library of Labor Studies collection has been established in his honor.
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Thank you, Henry Ford College community, from John Carroll

"It takes everyone to bring out the greatness in this institution," says new retiree John Carroll.