News Archive

Photo of Sarah Sparks.

Reconnect success! 35 years old with 3 children, a 4.0 GPA, a nearly-free college degree, and a dream job waiting

Sarah Sparks proves that the Michigan Reconnect program works at Henry Ford College! She used this statewide tuition-free program to fund her return to college -- and her career dream of being a NICU nurse.
Baseball players top to bottom, left to right: Hector Arredondo, Ricky Kidd, Jacob Kuhlman, Solomon McCants, Thomas Potcova, Robert Schlip, and Gus Simon.

HFC baseball team wins post-season awards and honors

Seven HFC baseball players earned awards and accolades in post-season honors.
A headshot of Mily Garcia.

First-gen student Mily Garcia named MCCAA Second Team All-Eastern Conference

Mily Garcia is a trailblazer as a first-generation American, a first-generation college student, and successful student-athlete.
Women's Softball team top row, left to right: Lauren Gannon, Mily Garcia, and Caroline O'Donohue. Bottom Row, left to right: Jada Oliver, Sydney Pease, and Karlee Plensdorf.

HFC softball team wins post-season awards and honors

Six HFC softball players earned awards and accolades in post-season honors.
HFC roller hockey club player Kylie Brown skates behind the net.

Kylie Brown excels as the sole female student-athlete on the HFC roller hockey club

As the only woman on HFC's roller hockey club in 2022-2023, Kylie Brown was a major contributor. She's coming back for more next year.

Independence Day - College Closed

The College is closed for Independence Day.
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Independence Day

Reflections on the meaning of Independence Day. This is part of the HFC President's Holiday Series.
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Worth a Listen: WHFR Journal features Beth Preston and Kat Tucker

This edition of the WHFR Journal features host Susan McGraw speaking with Beth Preston and Kat Tucker about LGBTQ lived experiences.
Photo of baseball player Ricky Kidd.

Ricky Kidd makes history as the first Hawk to receive a Big Ten athletic scholarship

Ricky Kidd will continue his baseball career at the University of Michigan this fall. He says he’ll be playing his dream sport at his dream school.
Nathan Tipton pointing towards KLA Laboratories' technology.

Nathan Tipton enjoys the freedom to try new things as Service Center Supervisor at KLA Laboratories

HFC Cisco Networking Academy alumnus is part of a large group of HFC graduates who have made their careers at KLA -- whose president, Matt O'Bryan, is a proud alumnus.
Mayor Abdullah Hammoud presenting Harry Lile with a framed award.

Lile’s Sandwich Shop closes after nearly 60 years as a Dearborn icon

HFC alumnus Harry Lile will close his family-owned restaurant, Lile's Sandwich Shop, after 58 years. His customers have ranged from HFC presidents to weatherman Al Roker to people from all walks of life.
Headshot of Caroline O'Donohue

HFC forged Caroline O’Donohue into a better student and a better athlete

The second recipient of the Nancy Bryden Endowed Scholarship, Caroline O'Donohue finished her softball career at HFC on a high note.
Portrait of John Gibson on the left and a picture of the Detroit Yacht Club book cover on the right.

HFC reference librarian’s first book chronicles the history of the Detroit Yacht Club

John Gibson co-authored “Detroit Yacht Club,” chronicling the famous club's history, with his wife. They meticulously researched the book over several years.
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HFC welcomes Dr. Laura Willman, dedicated to making positive changes through research

New HFC Research Analyst Dr. Laura Willman is determined to make positive change through her skills as a researcher.
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Eid al Adha

Reflections on the meaning of the Muslim festival of Eid al Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice. This video is part of the HFC President’s Holiday Series.
The College Store entrance.

College Store closed June 29 until noon June 30

The College Store will be closed for inventory Thursday, June 29. It will reopen at noon Friday, June 30.
Headshot of Zeinab Saab.

HFC alumna’s artwork showcased in Manhattan

It was a dream come true for HFC art alumna to have her artwork featured in "A Thought Is a Memory" exhibition in Manhattan.
HFC Distinguished Alumnus Dennis Neubacher.

Distinguished Alumnus Dennis Neubacher reflects on a rewarding broadcast and aviation career

Retired Detroit media personality and pilot Dennis Neubacher has deep HFC connections: he is a distinguished alumnus, and he met his wife at the College.
Ellucian Experience interface shown on a laptop computer screen.

The new my.hfcc.edu: “Experience” is the HFC portal, with improved efficiency and customization

New Ellucian Experience portal organizes HFC students and employees' daily activities in a customizable way.
Picture of AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith.

AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith and MCAN share inspiration at HFC

HFC recently hosted AmeriCorps CEO, whose inspirational words re-energized MCAN coaches to continue supporting student success.
Portrait of Kat Peter.

Kat Peter led HFC’s Student Council in new directions

Kat Peter worked to overcome stereotypes and biases while leading sustainability efforts as the leader of Student Council for four years.
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Sign up your department to participate in Welcome Back Days this fall

Departments across HFC are invited to participate in activities and services during Fall 2023 Welcome Back Days. Please contact Cassandra Fluker.
Portrait of Maitham Khanafer.

HFC alumnus creates legacy for Middle Eastern students attending EMU

HFC alumnus Maitham Khanafer co-founded the Arab Society at EMU to help Middle Eastern students assimilate to the campus and provide a haven.
Print Shop Graphics Technician Al Betancourt.

HFC Print Shop request form and process

Do you need on-campus printing services? Please submit requests via HFC Print Shop Request Form with enough time to meet your needs within our timelines.