News Archive

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Barrett Creative Writing Contest celebrates 50 years, announces winners

Five students won the Barrett Creative Writing Contest and read their work at the April 17 awards ceremony.
Left, Marrci Conner with student, right, Olivia Cato. Both dressed in black.

“Electric Minds: Empowering Students with Future-Ready Skills”

One of Marrci Conner's proudest teaching moments at HFC was watching her students give presentations at the "Electric Minds" conference.
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Board of Trustees meeting, April 28

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.
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President Kavalhuna announces his departure to become President at WMU

President Russ Kavalhuna will join Western Michigan University as its 10th president this July, after an accomplished seven-year tenure at HFC.
Anthony Lai directing a group of musicians.

“Whales, Raptors, and Ray” concert

The HFC Metropolotan Symphony Band will perform the “Whales, Raptors, and Ray” on May 7. This public event is free.
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HFC hosts Spring Jazz Concert

Three HFC musical ensembles will perform the Spring Jazz Concert on April 30. This public event is free.
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“Heart and soul” from professors paved a path for journalist Ashley Davis

Extraordinary support at HFC helped advance first-gen student Ashley Davis’ prodigious journalistic and leadership talents. She's now on her way to U-M Ann Arbor to pursue a bachelor's degree.
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Annual Accessibility Training required for all HFC employees

All HFC employees must complete Annual Accessibility Training by Oct. 31.
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HFC hosts “Stop the Bleed” training

The April 24 "Stop the Bleed” training demonstrates life-saving measures for emergency situations. Sign up today.
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Get to Know HFC: Saidah Obad is one of 7 siblings who attended HFC

Saidah Obad is a first-generation student who attended HFC. She now works as an academic advisor at the College.
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Easter: President’s video

In this video, President Kavalhuna and Armida Kiluk describe the meaning of the Easter holiday, which is sacred to Christians worldwide.
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Get to Know HFC: dual enrollment led Sarah Krizan to a community college career

Sarah Krizan is passionate about helping students reach their goals through transfer advising and support. She also shares her love of animals with them.
Student artwork; on the left a digital painting of sea life and on the right a designed poster.

Sisson Art Gallery hosts students’ annual art exhibition

The Sisson Art Gallery is hosting the 2025 HFC Annual Student Visual Arts Exhibition until April 19. Come see the best artwork submitted by HFC students.
Media Communication Arts class and Bruche Joel Rubin on Zoom call.

Oscar-winning screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin connects with HFC’s MCA students

MCA chairperson Susan McGraw invited Bruce Joel Rubin to talk to her class about his career, especially writing the 1990 film “Ghost.”
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Volunteers needed for “Good Luck on Finals”

We need volunteers for the “Good Luck on Finals” event to support our students May 6-9.
HFC Instructor teaching student how to use a saw.

“Race to Talent with Registered Apprenticeship” on National Apprenticeship Day

Learn about the construction industry's registered apprenticeship programs at the April 30 “Race to Talent with Registered Apprenticeship" event. Space is limited, so please sign up ASAP.
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T-Mobile discount available to all HFC employees

If you are an HFC employee (full-time or part-time), you can get 15% off T-Mobile.
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Sustainable HFC needs clean T-shirts for Earth Day bag-making

Sustainable HFC needs clean T-shirts to turn into reusable bags for the Hawks' Nest. Please consider joining us on April 22 for this fun activity.
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HFEC student designs MindLift app, will serve as a U.S. Youth Ambassador

Header Algaraawi designed an app for college students to manage their stress. This summer, he'll be a U.S. Youth Ambassador to Belize.
Diverse friends smile cheerfully at the camera while volunteering together to cleanup their community.

HFC and After the Storm host Community Volunteer Day

Please sign up for the April 26 Community Volunteer Day to assist with flood disaster recovery.
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Unexpected opportunities turned Courtnee Pruitt’s dreams into a career path

HFC prepared Courtnee Pruitt by pushing her limits through a combination of theatre and technology so she could grow and pursue big dreams.
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Passover: President’s video

In this video, President Kavalhuna and Corinne Asher talk about the history and meaning of the Jewish holiday of Passover. Asher's parents were Holocaust survivors, which makes the holiday even more special to her.
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Career exploration workshop

The April 17 career exploration workshop will help you discover and plan your career path.
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Sustainable HFC and elementary students plant trees for Arbor Day

On April 25 (Arbor Day), Sustainable HFC Committee and William Ford Elementary students will plant trees on the HFC campus. Join us!