Careers and Workforce

HFC President Russ Kavalhuna, Student Council VP Georgia Cotter, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II, Student Council President Baraka Elmadari at Henry Ford College on June 17.

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist talks about the IT skills gap, workforce diversity during visit to HFC

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II joined several other government, business, and education leaders to talk about the IT skills gap and see HFC students in action.
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JCPenney to hold Suit-Up Event Sept. 22 for HFC students, staff, faculty

Mark your calendar for Sunday, Sept. 22, as HFC students will get up to 60% off on men's and women's dress apparel.
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HFC Cybersecurity professor named mentor of the year

HFC cybersecurity professor Marrci Conner is a Technical Mentor who helps CyberPatriot coaches and students prepare for the National Youth Cyber Defense Competition.
HFC President Russ Kavalhuna, Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Macomb Community College President Jim Sawyer at the Mackinac Policy Conference.

President Kavalhuna meets Governor Whitmer, college and business leaders

The Mackinac Policy Conference provided opportunities for government, college, and business leaders to talk about statewide issues and priorities.
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President Kavalhuna talks about skilled trades on Mackinac Policy Conference panel

President Kavalhuna headlines Mackinac Policy Conference panel on addressing the skilled trades gap.
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Retired engineer "learned how to learn" at HFC

Dave Davis has evolved with his field, developing early automotive diagnostic software and working in aerospace and telecommunications over a long career.
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Five HFC employees earn EMU master’s degrees at the same time

Five HFC colleagues earned their master's degrees in educational leadership from EMU on the same day.
President Kavalhuna with HFC instructor Karen Wilmering and HFC interior design students

Henry Ford Village showcases HFC students' apartment designs and construction

HFC students presented their newest apartments, renovated and ready for sale, at the Henry Ford Village Home Design Showcase, May 16.
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Video: Governor Whitmer congratulates HFC graduates

Governor Whitmer sent a video congratulations message to the 1,500 graduates eligible to receive degrees.
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HFC and partners create debt forgiveness program; encourage students to complete degrees

HFC joins with education partners and the Detroit Regional Chamber to expand debt forgiveness and encourage students to complete degrees in this first-of-its-kind program.
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The next Rockefeller? HFC alumnus has grand goals in real estate

Aspiring real estate mogul Kyle Grauer's family has attended HFC for three generations.
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Culinary Arts produces first issue of "Culinary Artist" magazine

This beautiful magazine describes the HFC Culinary Arts program, and why it's Michigan's "best and only choice" for top-quality culinary education.
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"Take a Hawk to Work" job shadow experience for HFC students April 11-12

Experience a day in the life of your chosen profession, first-hand.
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HFC in the News: Sewing program in Neighborhood SEEN magazine

The HFC Industrial Sewing program starts students on a great career path. SEEN Magazine picked up the story.
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JCPenney open ONLY to HFC students and employees at Suit-Up April 7

HFC and JCPenney host Suit-Up at Fairlane April 7. Upgrade your wardrobe for 40% off all prices, including sale items. Free mini-makeover, portraits $30, $10 rewards on app.
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Scholarships: BASF maintenance and technician programs

Are you looking for real-world experience in the chemical engineering and maintenance technician fields? Apply for BASF scholarships today.
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"Notable Women in HR" honoree Diane Antishin nominated by President Kavalhuna

DTE Energy's Diane Antishin is one of the 2019 honorees in Crain's Detroit Business' "Notable Women in HR." She was nominated by HFC President Russell Kavalhuna. Congratulations, Diane!
Governor Whitmer and two HFC students

Governor Gretchen Whitmer talks vision, closing the skills gap during visit to HFC

Governor Gretchen Whitmer toured HFC programs March 14, and talked about her vision for the State of Michigan and how HFC helps meet the state's needs.

MAT2 Interview Day at HFC

Employers are looking for you! Mechatronics, CNC Machining, IT and Technical Product Design. Free event, bring your resume.
President Kavalhuna in his office

President Kavalhuna: Community college is the right investment for Michigan

In an op ed in Crain's Detroit Business, President Kavalhuna makes the case for tuition-free community college to close the skills gap.
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Liberal Arts Career Paths - Beyond the Classroom, April 1

HFC Career Center and coaches from the University of Michigan Ann Arbor will host a workshop on liberal arts career possibilities.
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HFC Hosts Pre-Education Conference March 22

Interested in education? Join us for "What's MY Teacher Power?" Pre-Education Conference March 22
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HFC student Tyrone Bean is Youth Presenter for Grow Detroit's Young Talent

Henry Ford College business student Tyrone Bean was selected to be the youth presenter at the Grow Detroit’s Young Talent 2019 Kick-off at DTE Energy HQ Jan. 31.