News Archive

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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.
Dr. Mike Hill

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.
Dr. John Rietz

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.
Karen Sadanowicz

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.
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John McDonald remembrances, by the HFC community

The HFC community reflects on the meaning of John McDonald's life and contributions at the College.
John McDonald

January 16: Celebrating the life of John McDonald

People will gather in person and virtually to remember the life and legacy of Local 1650 President John McDonald on Sunday, Jan. 16.
Amer Ghalib, first Muslim mayor of Hamtramck Michigan

Making history: HFC alumnus is Hamtramck’s first Muslim mayor

Historical firsts: Hamtramck swears in its first Muslim mayor, who is an HFC alumnus. It also swears in an all-Muslim City Council.
HFC Nursing Program Coordinator Janice Bartos with her husband

Farewell to Janice Bartos

Always pushing herself to do her best, HFC Nursing Program Coordinator Janice Bartos retired Dec. 31.
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HFC teams are looking for new Hawks

Three HFC sports teams are recruiting -- sign up today!
Emerging Detroit artist/former HFC student Jonathan Harris

HFC alumnus enters national conversation as painting goes viral

Jonathan Harris’ painting, “Critical Race Theory,” is a flashpoint for national dialog about how history is perceived and taught.
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Sad news: John McDonald has passed away

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the news that John McDonald has passed away.