News Archive

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HFC basketball player Teona Gillette named MCCAA Player of the Week

Teona Gillette's game speaks for itself as the basketball player earned MCCAA Player of the Week honors twice in two months.
Marianna Enos with two sons and grandson.

Marianna Enos’ five-decade nursing journey started at HFC

Leading three generations in her family to HFC, Marianna Enos is the embodiment of the phrase, “love what you do.”
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Join us to celebrate Black History Month

Everyone is invited to attend Black History Month events at HFC to promote learning and understanding of this important commemoration.
Two hands making a heart shape, with an orange heart background, and "Real Love Respects".

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. The theme for 2026 is “Real Love Respects.” We encourage you to learn more about promoting healthy and respectful relationships.
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Barrett Creative Writing Contest celebration

The Francis G. Barrett Creative Writing Contest with the Larry Colter Poetry Prize and Grunow Writer’s Prize offers $1,000 in prizes.
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Study Skills: Learn How to Study Effectively

Hollie Tugwell will teach you academic success strategies at the "Study Skills: Learn How to Study Effectively" workshop Feb. 20. You can attend either in-person or via Zoom.
Variety of soul food dishes on a table.

HFC’s Fifty-One O One restaurant hosts Shrimp & Soul Seafood Buffet

Fifty-One O One, HFC's student-run restaurant, will host the Shrimp & Soul Seafood Buffet on Feb. 18. We recommend reservations.
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Culinary Wellness Café is open!

The Culinary Wellness Café offers great lunch options at affordable prices Tuesdays through Thursdays from Feb. 4 until April 30. You may order your meals online through Toast for maximum convenience.
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Apply for paid, life-changing summer educational programs

It's a great time to be a student at HFC. Paid opportunities like GLACE, Culture Corps, the Barger Leadership Institute, and UROP are amazing experiences you don't want to miss. Apply by Feb. 6.

Dr. Henry J. Bowers Focus Group meetings

Everyone is invited to meetings of the Dr. Henry J. Bowers Focus Group, a student support and learning organization at HFC. During February, the meetings will be devoted to learning and celebration about Black History Month.
Hadil Ghoneim headshot on the left, with the cover of her book, "Arabic Folktales", on the right.

Award-winning author to speak about her book of folktales

Children's author Hadil Ghoneim will read and sign her latest children's book, Arabic Folktales for Children, on Feb. 3.
A basketball next to a box of non-perishable goods.

HFC hosts annual Hunger Games vs. OCC

We encourage you to bring a donation of 5 non-perishable food items as your entry fee to the HFC basketball games on Feb. 11. This is part of the annual MCCAA Hunger Games.
Paulette Pawa

HFC and Amazon help Paulette Pawa pursue computer science dreams

More than 500 HFC students who work at Amazon have benefitted from a partnership that offers employees up to $5,200 per year to study at the College.
A resume on digital tablet.

Prepare for public service: a federal résumé writing workshop

The preparation for public service federal résumé writing workshop is free and open to HFC students and alumni.
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Join us for Women in STEM Day

Celebrate Women in STEM Day on Feb. 13 at HFC. Representatives from LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium will give a presentation that will include many animals.
HFC students chatting in the courtyard.

Student Satisfaction Survey: Make your voice heard!

Students: Your participation in the Student Satisfaction Survey will help us improve the overall student experience at HFC. Please complete it by Feb. 6.
Steve Glazer standing next to his Griots.

“Gathering of the Griots” exhibition

HFC ceramics instructor Steve Glazer's "Gathering of the Griots" exhibition will be on display at the Sisson Gallery through Jan. 29.
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Coffee & Careers: “Build Your Network before Graduation”

Join us for our Coffee & Careers workshop, “Build Your Professional Network Before Graduation," on Feb. 24. All students are welcome.
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Student Services Spotlight: “Handshake” student career services tool

Handshake is a user-friendly job platform that allows you to customize what you are looking for in a career, connect you to employers and jobs, and sign up for events.
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The Writing Center is open for Winter 2026

The Writing Center is available in person or online, to help you with any kind of academic writing.
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Join us for the Summer Research Opportunities Symposium

At the Summer Research Opportunities Symposium on Jan. 21, you will learn about summer research opportunities and how to engage with them. You will also hear from university partners.
The Gaming Club hanging around with a table set up.

Student Services Spotlight: Student Activities

HFC Student Activities offers more than 40 student organizations and dozens of activities that help you get involved with the campus community.
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Electronic W-2 forms for 2025 are available

Your W-2 forms are online now via Self Service. If you want to receive your 2025 HFC W-2 form in an electronic format, login to sign up.
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Board of Trustees meeting, January 20

The Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting in the Rosenau Board Room.