News Archive

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College sets global best-practice energy standard through IEMP

Henry Ford College launches its Integrated Energy Master Plan, a 20-year effort that will completely change the College's stewardship of energy, and save millions of dollars in the process.

Dr. Winifred Green appointed principal of HFEC

Dr. Green takes over leadership of Henry Ford Early College with a great deal of experience in education and educational administration.
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Technology Investment Fund proposals due Sept. 30

If you have a project that can increase or improve student access to technology, submit a TIF funding proposal by Sept. 30.
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HFC welcomes new volleyball coach Kija Chambers

New volleyball coach is an alumna of the Hawks volleyball and basketball programs, and is excited to start a new era.
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Board of Trustees meeting, September 19, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on September 19, 2022. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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WHFR hosts 13th Annual Record Show on Oct. 15

The WHFR Record Show, one of the Midwest's premier shows of its kind, returns Oct. 15 for the first time in three years.
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Get to Know HFC: Coach Mike Abney’s love of baseball is lifelong

Coach Mike Abney builds on the success of the HFC baseball team. He was a long-time assistant coach before becoming head coach.
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Volunteers needed for Discover Day on Sept. 30

To make Sept. 30's Discover Day a success for visiting high school students, volunteers are essential. Sign up today!
2020-2021 UROP Mellon Scholarship recipient Alanna Grace-Marie Schwartz.

Students: Mellon Research Scholar Fellowship info session Sept. 21

For HFC students interested in the humanities or social sciences, do not miss this session!
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Ph.D. executive enrolls in HFC nursing program to expand his leadership

Dr. Cleamon Moorer, Jr. has hired HFC nursing grads. Now, he is pursuing a nursing degree himself, to become an even better healthcare leader.
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HFC named Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly School for 5th year

HFC is proud to serve our military veterans! Our College has been named a Gold-Level status Veteran Friendly School five times.
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Students: Learning Success Center open house Sept. 27

Join us for the Learning Success Center Sept. 27 to learn about the many student support offices at HFC and how we can help you succeed.
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Get to Know HFC: Andrew Whitman switched from Great Lakes freighters to non-profit work

Andrew Whitman of the HFC Foundation moved into fundraising and grant writing as a way to help organizations obtain the funding they need to support others.

Fifty-One O One Restaurant is open for the Fall semester

HFC's student-run restaurant will reopen Sept. 21 with a varied menu of seasonal dishes. You are invited!
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Black Male & QUEENS Focus Group meets every Wednesday

The first Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group meeting this fall is Wednesday, Sept. 14, at noon in Room N-011. All are invited.
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Women’s basketball tryouts Sept. 15

Want to become a Hawk hoopster? The HFC women's basketball team is holding open tryouts for the 2022-23 season on Sept. 15.
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Henry Ford College cookout, September 20

Join us for free food outside the Student Center on the second day of Welcome Back Week (September 20)!
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Join us: OER (open educational resources) Grants Open House Sept. 15

HFC students have saved $1.3 million through OERs! Join us for the OER (open educational resources) Grants Open House to learn more and find inspiration.
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HFC hosts on-campus flu vaccine clinics Sept. 13-15

The on-campus flu vaccine clinics are free and convenient for the HFC community. There is no cost; just bring your health insurance card.

Labor Day: President’s Video

With gratitude to labor unions and workers, we re-share the 2021 feature in which President Kavalhuna and Lynn Boza describe the meaning of Labor Day -- with a musical assist from Anthony Lai.
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Get to Know HFC: Joe Zarka sets a high goal for skilled trades

Air Force Veteran and long-time Ford CNC machinist Joe Zarka shares his passion for student success.
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President’s invitation: talk, jog, walk, eat... First Friday, September 9, 2022

President Kavalhuna invites the HFC community to the first First Friday on the Second Friday of September. this 2-minute video describes the fun, flexible options.
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Dr. Carolyn Casale presents Faculty Lectureship Award lecture: online education’s impact on students

HFC Pre-Education Director Dr. Carolyn Casale will speak about research into online education and its impact on students Sept. 29.
Alumnus Brad Gonzalez

From writer’s block to aspiring lawyer and justice advocate

Unsure of his academic abilities, Brad Gonzalez enrolled at HFC. The experience boosted his confidence and prepared him for bachelor's, master's, and law school study, and an inspiring career.