News Archive

Celebrating the contributions of Labor to the American workforce

Labor Day is an important holiday for Henry Ford College, as we commemorate and celebrate the many contributions of labor unions to our community and our country.
Mother, daughter, computer

Low cost internet available through Comcast Internet Essentials

Eligible students may purchase low-cost computers and low-cost internet through the Comcast Internet Essentials program.
books and computer

Textbook ordering still available; curbside pickup discontinued

To fill our volume of orders most efficiently, all textbooks ordered after Sept. 1 will be shipped to your home.

Career Services Office hosts interview preparation workshops

The Career Services Office offers workshops on cover letters, resume writing, and interview strategies.

Hawks’ Nest holds Stock the Pantry Food Drive Sept. 8-21

Food items are needed for the Hawks' Nest's Stock the Pantry Food Drive Sept. 8-21.
Screenshot of President Kavalhuna

President Kavalhuna welcomes students to HFC for Fall 2020

President Kavalhuna welcomes you to Henry Ford College for Fall 2020, and offers 3 tips for success.
Russ Kavalhuna with students and an HFC banner

Community holds us together. Your success motivates us.

President Kavalhuna talks about what our community connection means, stronger now than even two years ago when this video was made.

Returning adult students earn AAUW scholarships to pursue their dreams

AAUW Wyandotte-Downriver awarded scholarships to HFC students Daneisha Jones and Heather Rossi, who are pursuing business and health careers.
Nikole Ford-Kondraciuk welcomes students to HFC for fall semester.

HFC welcomes students for Fall 2020! (video)

The HFC Enrollment Services team and colleagues across campus welcome you in this two-minute video.

HawkPride: Erin Hoekzema found her passion for art and made it her career

Erin Hoekzema switched her major from criminal justice to ceramics. She is now a professional artist.

Non-traditional nursing alumna: “I’m still here, and I’m still thriving”

HFC nursing alumna Champaign Brown is the recipient of the Live Your Dream Award, and has achieved a successful second career by working through every obstacle.
HFC logo, "faculty and staff holiday schedule," calendar

Henry Ford College holiday schedule, 2020-2021

The HFC employee holiday schedule includes 15 paid holidays throughout the year.
HFC logo on blue field

Science/chemistry/biology/biotechnology/environmental studies advising session

Join the HFC advising and enrollment teams for an online event to register for your Fall classes!
Class promotion image

A class for our times: Judaism, Christianity, Islam

For the first time, and at the right time, HFC is offering a class that provides a fascinating look at world issues through the lens of three religions. This is a class in which all voices are heard!
Photo of Carole Sloan

Dr. Carole Sloan retires from HFC after 37 years

As she heads into retirement, Dr. Carole Sloan looks back on 37 years at HFC.

Virtual Fall 2020 Welcome Back Days, Sept. 19

Join HFC for Virtual 2020 Welcome Back Days.

Virtual Fall 2020 Welcome Back Days, Sept. 18

Welcome Back activities today: Text-breakers game show

Virtual Fall 2020 Welcome Back Days: Sept. 17

Welcome Back activities today: Constitution Day, voter registration

Welcome Back Days, Weds., Sept. 16

Welcome Back Days activities today: support services, intention bracelets, maximize your journey.

HFC’s Glazer serves as judge for MCC’s Student Art and Design Exhibition

HFC art instructor Steve Glazer served as the judge for Muskegon Community College's recent Student Art and Design Exhibition. Here, he explains his process and how he selected the winners.

Peter Kim’s English classes push students out of their comfort zone

English professor’s honors seminar focuses on the history and culture of Detroit, a topic that is ever-relevant and challenges students to think differently.
Hawk Help Saturday stylized graphic

August 22 is Hawk Help Saturday! All enrollment services are here to help you.

If you still need help with financial aid, advising, orientation, class registration, financial aid, and more, we are here to help during this virtual Student Services Day. Extended hours are 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

HawkPride: HFC alumna finds joy in second career as a nurse

Nurse and newly minted yoga teacher Andrea Corrie found her way back to the nursing profession, and now serves on the front lines during the pandemic.