News Archive

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What Cinco de Mayo means

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the holiday known as Cinco de Mayo.
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Virtual recruiting session for nurses and assistance payments workers

Graduates seeking careers in nursing and health services are encouraged to attend a virtual recruiting session May 19.
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HFC supports Futures for Frontliners

Governor Whitmer announced a new tuition-free program for frontline workers to earn a college degree.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. If you are experiencing stress that is having a negative impact on your mental health, consider these resources.

Rotary Club of Dearborn donates $60K in scholarships to 24 high school seniors

Rotary Club of Dearborn honors 24 scholarship winners with college scholarship funding.

First cohort will graduate from HFC Lactation Consultant program in May

Clare Durina, a member of the first cohort to graduate from the HFC Lactation Consultant program, said the HFC program helped her start her own business.

Former HFC instructor, professional athlete offers virtual fitness classes

HFC alumnus and former instructor Jimi Varner is an ACE-Certified Personal Trainer with a storied athletic career. He is offering free fitness classes remotely during the pandemic.
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David Cunningham will retire from HFC May 10

After 16 years at HFC, Dr. David Cunningham will retire from HFC May 10 and will move into the next phase of his career.
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The Mirror News wins 25 awards in state-wide competition

The Mirror News wins 25 awards at this year’s MCCPA journalism conference for features, photos, blogs, illustration, and more.
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HFC Virtual Chorus brings you Pro Bono Omnium

47 individual singers took part in a professional Zoom chorus of the school song, Pro Bono Omnium. Thanks to Kevin Dewey for his hard work and creativity in bringing this to you!
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Career exploration webinar May 1

Career Services hosts a free career exploration webinar for anyone who is interested.
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Walsh College Virtual Transfer Advising Day April 30

Learn about transferring to Walsh College by speaking to an advisor via Zoom on April 30.
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Drop in! Career Services holds Zoom office hours

Career Services is here to help you!
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The Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission needs you!

You can help create Michigan's future. Apply for the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission by June 1.
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What Ramadan means

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the meaning of Ramadan, and how we can support our Muslim community.

Earth Day and Arbor Day

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on two major environmental holidays this week.
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President Kavalhuna’s Board meeting comments about Monica Casarez

HFC instructor Monica Casarez died April 12 from COVID-19. President Kavalhuna paid tribute to her at the April 2020 Board of Trustees meeting (9 minute video).
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Virtual Nursing Recruiting Fair today

Ascension Health System will conduct a virtual nursing recruiting seminar today from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
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HFC alumnus Byron Brooks expands his work to help the homeless

HFC alumnus Byron Brooks continues to champion the homeless and many other social justice causes.
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Board of Trustees meeting (via Zoom), April 20, 2020

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting via Zoom videoconferencing technology on April 20, 2020, at 7:00 p.m.
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President Kavalhuna’s message about Monica Echeverri Casarez

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections about the loss of our teammate, Monica Casarez, and what she meant to this community.

HFC’s Ayers named NJCAA All-American

Hawks Guard Leon Ayers, who will graduate and play for UW-Green Bay, was named an NJCAA Men’s Basketball Division II Second Team All-American.

Winter semester: we're in the home stretch!

A few important reminders to students as we bring the Winter 2020 semester to a close.
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Remembering our teammate, Monica Echeverri Casarez

HFC alumna and instructor Monica Casarez, who volunteered to serve patients during the coronavirus pandemic, died April 12, 2020. Her bright spirit and selfless outreach will be well remembered.