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Main Campus perimeter road closures, May 26-27

The perimeter road around the main campus will be partially closed Friday, May 26 and Saturday, May 27 for resurfacing.
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Join SAFE@HFC for Ally Training on campus or virtually

SAFE@HFC hosts fourth annual Ally training on June 22. You may attend on campus or via Zoom.
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Stef Blackburn revived the National Society of Leadership and Success, HFC chapter

After two stints at HFC and hands-on leadership experiences, Stef Blackburn is ready to achieve her aspirations in life.
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HFC golfer advances to National Championship tournament

HFC golfer Devin Rocz fought through a tough first round at regionals, and earned a spot to compete in the NJCAA National Championships May 23-26 in Plymouth, IN.
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College Store sale: 25% off all clothing and merchandise

The College Store is having a 25% sale on HFC apparel on merchandise May 22-June 4. You can shop in-store or online.
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Alumnus earns NASA Space Grant Consortium Graduate Fellowship

Ziyad Muflahi, whose studies of writing and reading comprehension at HFC were critical to his success, became the first Wayne State psych student and first HFC alumnus to earn the NASA grant.
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HFC offers hydration stations on both campuses

Fill up your water bottles at any of the eight hydration stations on both campuses.
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Art student Sadie Ziembowicz wins $1,000 scholarship

HFC art student is the recipient of the 2023 Detroit Society of Women Painters & Sculptors scholarship.
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Alumnus publishes new series through Image Comics, including “underground Michigan element”

**Book signing May 24**: Eisner-winning writer and HFC alumnus Saladin Ahmed, who has written the Adventures of Spider-Man, launches a new comic series from Image.
Savanna Vela (in Spider-Man costume) in front of poster of her presentation

Honors student Savanna Vela researches Spider Man through the lens of metaphysics

Henry Ford II Honors Program has allowed HFC student Savanna Vela to discover and show off her superpowers.
Dr. Deborah Zopf

Math instructor Deb Zopf retires after 35 years of making a difference in students’ lives

Dr. Deborah Zopf is grateful for 35 years of teaching at HFC, including 20 years of leadership in assessment. Her contributions to the College have changed lives.
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Free 3-week Hawk Advantage summer program gets you up to speed with school, provides food and services

The Hawk Advantage, a 3-week free summer program, provides food, a laptop, transportation help, and academic support to get you ready for college.
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HFC alumnus is the first in his family to earn a bachelor’s degree

HFC paved the way for Santos Alvarez to become the first in his family to earn a bachelor's degree.
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Free household hazardous waste collection for Wayne County

On June 17, HFC will host a free hazardous waste collection day. Wayne County residents may participate in this free event.

Independence Day - College closed

Independence Day holiday

Memorial Day - college closed

Memorial Day holiday
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Fifty-One O One restaurant hosts International Cuisine Thursdays through June 22

Fifty-One O One will host its popular International Cuisine series every Thursday from May 18 to June 22. Reservations recommended!
HFC alumna Sarah Williams and her husband Jay are opening a new indie bookstore in Detroit called "Next Chapter Books".

Alumna opens indie bookstore in Detroit’s East English Village neighborhood

After being a finalist in an entrepreneurship contest, the Williams found the impetus to expand and move their bookstore to East English Village this summer.
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Detroit Promise student Tamon Howard feels a strong connection to the campus

HFC has allowed Tamon Howard to find himself and expand his horizons.
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HFC alumna’s uplifting story about getting diploma while going into labor makes national news (video)

Determined to walk across the stage to get her diploma, despite going into labor, Kelsey Hudie's inspirational story has made national headlines.
Photo of Soliman Touelh, Hasan Termos, Alayna Kondraciuk, Dr. Hassan Mohseni Nameghi, and Bryant Bagnall.

HFC team named Community College Innovation Challenge finalist for AI-based app

For the fifth time, a student team from HFC is named a Community College Innovation finalist.
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May 6 commencement photos and videos (Congrats, graduates!)

Of the eligible graduates, more than 600 attended our two ceremonies with their families.
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HFC Student Handbook updates needed for the 2023-24 academic year

Please provide student handbook revisions by May 26.
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Sustainable HFC plants trees to celebrate Arbor Day

Members of the HFC community planted seven Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry trees on the main campus.