News Archive

Dr. Cyndi Scheuer named Dean of the HFC School of Health and Human Services

New HHS dean brings 15 years of healthcare experience and nearly 20 years of academic experience to new role.
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Join us: HFC Music open rehearsals begin in August

Everyone is invited to join open rehearsals for HFC choirs and bands, beginning in August. You may also take classes for credit or personal enrichment.

Sign up for your department to participate in Welcome Back Days in September!

Departments across HFC will provide activities and services during Fall 2022 Welcome Back Days. You are invited to participate! Please contact Cassandra Fluker.
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Careers to Consider: Pre-Education

HFC's Pre-Education program offers three pathways to the classroom: pre-elementary education, pre-secondary education, and education paraprofessional.
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Board of Trustees meeting, August 8, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on August 8, 2022. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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Careers to Consider: Studio Art

HFC's Studio Art program offers one of the most comprehensive art degrees at a community college in Michigan.
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Hawk Power Hours, August 17 and 24

If you need help enrolling outside normal business hours, take advantage of our evening Hawk Power Hours.
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The Report of Absence Form for Local 1650, AFO, Local 71, and Exempt employees has been updated

Please be aware of the changes and updates to the Report of Absence Dynamic Form that is used by employees categorized as Local 1650, AFO, Local 71, or Exempt.
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The College Store will reopen August 8 for Fall 2022 semester

The College Store will reopen Monday, Aug. 8, for both in-person and online shopping. This is the first time in-person shopping will be allowed since 2020.
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Detroit Promise gets new home in Student Center building

A newly renovated space in the Student & Culinary Arts Center gives Detroit Promise students an open conference room, a multipurpose space, and easy access to Campus Success Coaches.
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Classes to consider: Dr. Tarek Joseph on why you should take a Geography class

Professor Tarek Joseph describes what you'll learn in his Geography classes.

Careers to Consider: Engineering

Engineers can create the world as it's never been. Check out HFC's Pre-Engineering program, where successful graduates transfer to universities nationwide.
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Classes to Consider: Zoology (and the human connection)

The intro to Zoology class at HFC provides you a unique and fun perspective into the world of the animal kingdom (check out the preview video). Open for enrollment today!
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Careers to consider: Media Communication Arts

If you're interested in a career in media, the media communication arts arts program at HFC will set you on track to succeed.
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“Pledge Allegiance,” first solo show for alumnus Jonathan Harris

Artist Jonathan Harris hosts his first solo called "Pledge Allegiance" from now until August 22 at the the Nicole Tamer Art Gallery in Detroit.
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Get to Know HFC: Amy Ducklow meets students where they are

Since 1995, Amy Ducklow has worked at HFC. She recently joined HFC on a full-time basis as a counselor. She enjoys seeing students reach their academic and career goals.
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Eshleman Library building will be closed August 1-25

The Library building will be closed for most of August for carpet replacement. Services will be available to students during this time on campus and online.
In loving memory of Hishaam Ahmad, we are raising funds to build a water well in Indonesia. Your Sadaqah will not only bring relief to families in need, but it will also serve as a continuous reward for Hishaam.

Hishaam Ahmad, Business Intelligence teammate

(Published 2022) HFC Business Intelligence Systems Analyst Hishaam Ahmad is finding himself at home in HFC's supportive environment.
Zeinab Hachem

HFC welcomes HR Assistant Zeinab Hachem

New HR Assistant and HFC alumna Zeinab Hachem brings more than five years’ experience working with the Dearborn City Council to her new role at HFC.
HFC alumn Kassem Doghman

HFC provides Lebanese journalist a path to success in the U.S.

Kassem Doghman had to find a new career path when he came to the U.S. He chose HFC to help open doors, and he is making the most of his opportunities.

Labor Day - College closed

HFC will be closed for the national observance of Labor Day, September 5.
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You’ve applied. What’s next?

Now that you have applied to HFC, find out what your next steps are at a free Next Steps for Applicants session on Zoom.
Enrollment Services drop in Zoom sessions for students.

Drop In! Enrollment Services holds Zoom sessions for students July 18-Sept. 1

Students: Take advantage of one-stop online service via Zoom July 18 to Sept. 1.
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Summer Mohamed realizes her dream of becoming a teacher

Summer Mohamed's dramatic reading of "The Girl with the Dragon Heart" to a fifth-grade class sparked a new interest in reading (and chocolate!) among the students.