News Archive

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“Money Lessons for Every College Student” series Feb. 8, Mar. 22, Apr. 12

Learn how to manage your money and make smart financial decisions by attending our free Financial Literacy seminars, beginning Feb. 8.
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HFC implements NEOED, a new HR Information System (HRIS)

HFC will transition from Cornerstone to NEOED to better serve our community's human resources needs.
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HFC Music Club presents Open Mic Night Feb. 2

Bring your instruments and sing a song on Open Mic Night, sponsored by the HFC Music Club, on Feb. 2.
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HFC and U-M offer Digital Education Days on Feb. 4, 9, 11

Faculty members may wish to attend Digital Education Days to discuss online academic integrity, HyFlex, and more.
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Clery Act reminder: If you witness a crime, report it immediately

On-campus crimes are very rare. But it is important to know what to do if one did occur. We remind the HFC community to report all crimes or incidents to Campus Safety.
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Award-winning nursing alumna featured in Ascension commercial

Donetta Hartley is honored to be part of a public health campaign to encourage patients to take care of their holistic health.
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Get to Know HFC: Beth Preston, a true student advocate

Beth Preston believes deeply in community college mission. She sees herself as a surrogate “mom” for some students, and a patient mentor for others.
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Weekly yoga returns to HFC

Beginning January 19, weekly yoga returns to HFC. It is free for HFC employees and enrolled students.
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Northwood University hosts transfer sessions Jan. 21, Jan. 28, Feb. 4

If you are interested in transferring to Northwood University, attend one of these three Zoom sessions, starting Jan. 21.
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Barrett Creative Writing Contest submissions due March 4

Open to all HFC students, the Francis G. Barrett Creative Writing Contest and the Larry Colter Poetry Prize offer $700 in prizes.
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Get to Know HFC: Dr. Mike Hill on language, writing, rebellion, The Walking Dead, and Buffy

Only in Dr. Mike Hill's class (we think!) can students learn about Socrates, Hobbes, Aristotle, “The Walking Dead,“ and “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.”
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CTEI hosts “Building a HyFlex Modality” Jan. 28

HyFlex creator Dr. Brian Beatty will speak at this event via Zoom. You may also attend in person in the new HyFlex classroom.
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Get to Know HFC: Anne Dinnan and an international approach to religious studies

Anne Dinnan has applied her unique real world experiences to enrich her teaching in her religious studies classes.
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Former HFC Trustee publishes her first book

Mary Lane's first novel is historical fiction that is set during the French and Indian Wars.
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Board of Trustees meeting, January 18, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting on January 18, 2022. This meeting will be held in the Rosenau Board Room.
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BMQFG hosts Historically Black College and University virtual tour Jan. 19

Students will have the opportunity to hear from representatives of five universities during the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) event Jan. 19.
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From studio to stage: a collaboration between HFC music and recording arts

This is your opportunity to be part of a professionally produced recording in a winter-long music project.
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HFC and UM-Dearborn invite you to MLK Peace Rally Jan. 20

MLK Peace Rally on January 20 begins at UM-Dearborn and ends at HFC. Senator Santana, Dr. Kalvin Harvell and VP Holly Diamond will speak.
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Get to Know HFC: Dr. John Rietz and a lifetime passion of teaching English

Dr. John Rietz loves digging into topics with students such as, why do people use metaphors? What makes something a poem? How you do you communicate effectively?
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Amal Harhara balances family, school to become a teacher

HFC faculty gave Harhara the confidence and skills she needed to pursue her dream of becoming a teacher.
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Get to Know HFC: Karen Sadanowicz

Interim Registrar works to make sure the enrollment processes for students go smoothly.

Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group meetings for Winter 2022

The first Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group meeting this fall is Wednesday, Jan. 12, at noon via Zoom. All are invited.
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Join us for Welcome Back Days Jan. 25-26

Get the most out of your time as an HFC student! Join us for Welcome Back Days.
New mileage reimbursement rates for 2022.

2022 Mileage Rate gets mid-year adjustment

A mid-year adjustment for 2022 is 62.5 cents per mile for travel from July through December. Please submit mileage reimbursement requests on a monthly basis.