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Jessica Shamberger wearing a grey beret and smiling in front of fall foliage.

Get to Know HFC: Jessica Shamberger’s enthusiasm for teaching is contagious

ESL instructor Jessica Shamberger's colleagues and students motivate her to excel.
Hassan Berry wearing a black button-down shirt in front of a pale blue background.

HFEC student Hassan Berry aspires to start an architectural engineering firm

Carrying on a family tradition, Hassan Berry enrolled in the HFEC, which helped him find his passion in architectural engineering.
James Haranczak is wearing a blue Henry Ford Hawks hoodie and Henry Ford hat, while holding the electric guitar he made.

Students build electric guitars for physics assignment called Project S

A guitarist himself, Jesse Mason reinforces physics concepts of sound and light waves in his class by assigning students to make electric guitars.
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Henry Ford College and Corewell Health announce first-of-its-kind Nurse Immersive Clinical and Employment program

This unique partnership will help create a sustainable nursing pipeline, with financial support, immersive experiences, and guaranteed employment for successful nursing students.
HFC Chorus members singing.

HFC Chorus performs in Michigan Community College Choral Festival

The HFC Chorus reintroduced itself under new directorship and delivered a high-quality performance at the Michigan Community College Choral Festival.
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Board of Trustees meeting, December 11

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on December 11, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.
Sophia Beydoun, center, surrounded by students.

Long-time nursing instructor Sophia Beydoun retires

Sophia Beydoun, a 3-time HFC alumna who has taught nursing at the College since 1996, will retire Dec. 18.
HFC Jazz musicians playing saxophone and reading sheet music.

Free jazz concert on campus Dec. 13

The December 13 jazz concert marks Anthony Lai's first time directing as faculty lead, and the first collaboration with Blue Fusion director Jiana Hunter.
Portrait of Hawk basketball players Chansey Willis, Jr. and Damarion Bonds.

Two Hawks sign with D1 schools for the 2024-25 season

Hawks Chansey Willis, Jr. and Damarion Bonds will be Mid-American Conference rivals for the 2024-25 season, signing with Western Michigan and Central Michigan.
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HFC and Davenport University sign Learn4ward transfer agreement for online or on ground degrees

Students now have access to guaranteed transfer to Davenport University, where they may choose a fully-online bachelor's degree option after earning their HFC associate degree.
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Sign up for Faculty PIC, January 4, 2024

All employees are invited to attend this creativity-and-wellness conference hosted by the Faculty PIC committee on January 4, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
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HawkPride: HFC alumnus named 2024 Rhodes Scholar

Emmanuel Orozco Castellanos is the first HFC alumnus to win the internationally prestigious scholarship.
Hawks roller hockey player Dustin Foran playing against an opposing player.

Roller Hockey Club ranked #3 in NCRHA Top 25

Ranked #3 in the NCRHA Top 25, the HFC Roller Hockey Club is the only community college competing in the NCRHA.
Katie, Will, and Angela smiling at the camera.

Angela Armstrong, who graduated summa cum laude from HFC, inspired her two children to enroll at HFC

Thanks to Michigan Reconnect, Angela Armstrong applied to HFC. She graduated this year, earning a degree in social work and counseling.
HFC Volleyball team celebrating on the volleyball court.

Open volleyball tryouts Dec. 17

The Hawks are looking for student athletes who will succeed in the classroom and on the court. Try out for volleyball on Dec. 17.
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HFC Chorus and Blue Fusion will perform Dec. 3 at St. Paul Lutheran Church

The HFC Chorus and Blue Fusion will combine their talents in a free public concert Dec. 3 at St. Paul Lutheran Church.
Baby accessories such as clothing, baby lotion, towels, baby bottles, baby brush, baby socks, diapers, rattle, teddy bear, laid out on a dresser.

PTK Infant Drive to support refugee mothers ends Dec. 8

Support the Phi Theta Kappa Infant Drive by providing items for babies of refugee mothers.
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Volunteer for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

Make a difference by volunteering on the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Jan. 15, 2024.
Mike Ball at his desk in the Campus Safety office.

Get to Know HFC: Mike Ball enjoys being part of the Dearborn community

Mike Ball applies his experiences as a Marine, police officer, and attorney to his duties as HFC Campus Safety Supervisor.
HFC physics and astronomy instructor Jesse Mason and his students viewing the sun on their solar system walk.

Solar System Walk gives students an idea of vastness of outer space

HFC instructor Jesse Mason uses billionth-scale models for the Solar System Walk, which introduces students to the nearly incomprehensible size of the solar system.
A security officer speaking with a student in the background, next to the Allied Universal logo.

Campus Safety chooses new security partner

Beginning in December, HFC will work with Allied Universal as its new security partner.
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Coping with holiday stress

For those who struggle during the holidays, the Counseling office has provided some tips to help you cope.
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HFC’s Jesse Mason wins YouTube Silver Creator Award for his physics videos

HFC instructor's video series surpassed 100,000 subscribers (and more than 11 million views) on YouTube. He is also the creator of the first YouTube-based virtual experiment in physics.
Henry Ford College seal on blue field

Board of Trustees meeting, November 20

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on November 20, 2023 in the Rosenau Board Room.