News Archive

Dr. John-Michael Sefel

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.
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.
Colorful graphic of a sphere and wavy lines.

“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.
Gregory Coates

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.
BMQFG graphic/logo

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.
Portrait of Kathy Dimitriou

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.
A headshot of Molly McCord.

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.
Susan McGraw in DJ booth

Get to Know HFC: Susan McGraw gives students a platform, a voice, and inspiration

Faculty member Susan McGraw has dedicated her career to empowering people in the HFC community and beyond.

First Day of Classes for Fall 2023 semester

We look forward to seeing you on campus or online! Let us know if you need anything.
Steve Glaser stands in the middle of two large black and white portraits in the Sisson Gallery

“We Are Dearborn” exhibit returns to the Sisson Art Gallery

The popular "We Are Dearborn" exhibit will be on display in the Sisson Art Gallery from Aug. 24 to Sept. 20.
Raya York

HFC welcomes Labor Relations Specialist Raya York

New HFC Labor Relations Specialist Raya York brings experiences from different industries and both sides of the negotiating table.
Daisha Griffin in commencement robe and cap with diploma, smiling.

HFC alumna transfers to U-M, aspires to a career in cancer research

Daisha Griffin, who attended HFC on a Futures for Frontliners scholarship, will transfer to U-M this fall. She aspires to go to medical school and pursue a career in cancer research.
Chuck Irish

Get to Know HFC: Chuck Irish, chemistry instructor, botanist, avid bicyclist

An invaluable asset to HFC's chemistry faculty, Chuck Irish enjoys the problem-solving aspect of teaching and tending to the College's rain garden.
Mak Manciel in his HFC uniform.

Former HFC basketball star transfers to UDM and looks forward to the upcoming season

HFC helped shape Mak Manciel into the player he is today. He will apply those skills this fall at UDM.
Dr. Mike Hill

Dr. Mike Hill will chair HFC Faculty Senate for 2023-2024

Dr. Mike Hill has served HFC since 2006. For the 2023-24 academic year, he will serve as the chair of the Faculty Senate.
Alyssa Oudeh smiling with a dark blue background.

Two scholarships support Alyssa Oudeh’s dream of becoming an auto mechanic

Having been interested in cars since she was a child, Alyssa Oudeh is enrolled in the auto mechanic program this fall at HFC.
Dr. Jason D. Young

Jason D. Young joins HFC as Director of Institutional Research and Business Intelligence

Dr. Jason D. Young is HFC's new Director of Institutional Research and Business Intelligence.