News Archive

Hyflex classroom in Liberal Arts building with grey desks, computers, and a giant tv screen.

HFC has 19 new HyFlex classrooms for an on-the-fly combination of in-person and remote learning

19 new HyFlex classrooms on the main campus will offer innovative ways to access, deliver, and engage in the learning process.
Portrait of Todd Hakim.

HFC welcomes College Completion Coach Todd Hakim

New College Completion Coach encourages HFC to step out of their comfort zones.
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22 years after 9/11: bringing out the best in each other

President Kavalhuna reflects on the meaning of 9/11. Being our best selves honors the legacy of sacrifice and unity. “This College stands on the promise that every student – at any age, from any background, with any dream – can succeed and have a better life through public education.”
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Get to Know HFC: Ty Collins came out of retirement because he missed working with students

A decorated military veteran and long-term counselor, Collins brings myriad skills to his role to help students succeed.
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Phi Theta Kappa meetings for the Fall 2023 semester

Everyone is invited as PTK begins its weekly meetings for the Fall 2023 semester, starting Monday, Sept. 11, at 3:00 p.m.
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Join your Student Council: key leadership roles are open

Get involved in Student Council and let your voice to be heard in the College community.
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Career Services presents Culinary Recruiting Sessions with The Henry

The Henry Autograph Collection is recruiting Culinary workers. Come to the recruiting sessions on either September 12 or September 27.
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Career Services presents Detroit Police Department Recruiting Fair

The Detroit Police Department is recruiting new officers and support staff. Come to the recruiting event on Sept. 12 to learn more.
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Career Services and Henry Ford Health Systems host Nursing Open Recruitment Fair

Henry Ford Health System-Wyandotte is recruiting Registered Nurses from HFC. Come to the recruiting session on September 18.
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Career Services presents The Townsend Culinary Recruitment Session

The Townsend Hotel is recruiting Culinary Arts students. Come to the recruiting session on September 20.
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Get to Know HFC: For Shaun Stevens, student success is personal

Assistant Registrar Shaun Stevens takes student success personally. Seeing students graduate is the best part of his job.
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After a summer directing in New York City, John Michael Sefel prepares for a great year with HFC Theatre

HFC Director of Theatre Dr. John Michael Sefel is excited about the innovative and community-based theatre projects scheduled for the 2023-24 academic year.
Portrait of Scott Still.

Get to Know HFC: Scott Still understands the journey of non-traditional students

Once a non-traditional student himself, HFC instructor Scott Still relates to the opportunities and challenges of adult students.
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“Thinking Outside the Bot” symposium on Artificial Intelligence

Learn more about A.I. and its growing impact on higher education at the September 15 “Thinking Outside the Bot” symposium.
Portrait of Gregory Coates, new Campus Safety officer.

HFC welcomes Campus Safety Officer Gregory Coates

Coates brings experience from higher education and other fields to his service-focused work at HFC.
Sabit Islam wearing a green suit with yellow tie stands in front of a green and white background.

HFC student creates an app to translate sign language into words

Sabit Islam is working on SignScribe, which will translate sign language into spoken words.
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Black Male & QUEENS Focus Group meetings for the Fall 2023 semester

Everyone is invited as the BMQFG begins its weekly meetings for the Fall 2023 semester, starting Wednesday, Sept. 6, at noon.
Smiling young man with a sponge washing a car in front of the Athletics Building on the HFC campus.

HFC baseball team holds car wash fundraiser

To pay for their trip to the Jackie Robinson Training Complex next March, the HFC baseball team is holding a car wash September 8.
Graphic of HFC logo with arrows pointing to the Wayne State University and University of Michigan Dearborn logos.

Learn4ward information sessions

Learn4ward guaranteed transfer program information sessions will introduce you to the benefits of this program with our university partners.
Portrait of photographer Lance Rosol holding a vintage photo.

HFC alumnus hosts “Uncle Stan’s Vintage Photography” of famous people; public invited

HFC alumnus Lance Rosol will host a presentation of his uncle's iconic photos of famous Hollywood celebrities, politicians, and professional athletes Sept. 6.
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HFC’s Kathy Dimitriou wins prestigious award from the Association of Community College Trustees

Kathy Dimitriou caps a storied 46-year career with an award that recognizes some of her many accomplishments and contributions to the College.
Charles Brooks smiling and wearing glasses, is holding a framed certificate in front of an HFC backdrop.

Charles Brooks named Star Biology Student

Charles Brooks won't let anything stand in his way. He didn't think he fit in, but he found his way at HFC, and has thrived despite many academic and personal challenges.
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Get to Know HFC: ELI Director Molly McCord has a passion for language

McCord has taught English in Turkey and Switzerland as well as the U.S. She finds language development fascinating, and loves the diversity in Dearborn.
Photo of HFC alumna and artist Paige Deon.

Paige Deon’s artwork displayed at Ann Arbor Art Fair for 2nd year

HFC alumna Paige Deon had a successful showing at Ann Arbor Art Fair, one of the nation's premier art fair events with artists from all over the world.