Careers and Workforce

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Careers to Consider: Pre-Education

HFC's Pre-Education program offers three pathways to the classroom: pre-elementary education, pre-secondary education, and education paraprofessional.
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Careers to Consider: Studio Art

HFC's Studio Art program offers one of the most comprehensive art degrees at a community college in Michigan.

Careers to Consider: Engineering

Engineers can create the world as it's never been. Check out HFC's Pre-Engineering program, where successful graduates transfer to universities nationwide.
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Classes to Consider: Zoology (and the human connection)

The intro to Zoology class at HFC provides you a unique and fun perspective into the world of the animal kingdom (check out the preview video). Open for enrollment today!
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Careers to consider: Media Communication Arts

If you're interested in a career in media, the media communication arts arts program at HFC will set you on track to succeed.
In loving memory of Hishaam Ahmad, we are raising funds to build a water well in Indonesia. Your Sadaqah will not only bring relief to families in need, but it will also serve as a continuous reward for Hishaam.

Hishaam Ahmad, Business Intelligence teammate

(Published 2022) HFC Business Intelligence Systems Analyst Hishaam Ahmad is finding himself at home in HFC's supportive environment.
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Summer Mohamed realizes her dream of becoming a teacher

Summer Mohamed's dramatic reading of "The Girl with the Dragon Heart" to a fifth-grade class sparked a new interest in reading (and chocolate!) among the students.
Vicki Shepherd

Get to Know HFC: Vicki Shepherd works to diversify the voices and faces in the art field

HFC fine arts instructor Vicki Shepherd has a passion for teaching art and seeing students succeed. She is also a practicing fine artist in her own right.
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HFC alumnus Paul Antolin appointed Grosse Pointe Woods City Clerk

Taekwondo black belt and first-generation American citizen Paul Antolin advances his career with a promotion to Grosse Pointe Woods City Clerk.
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Open Job Recruitment event July 14

Students and alumni seeking jobs, please join our open job recruitment event.
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Open Job Recruitment event June 21

For HFC students and alumni looking for a job, be sure to attend the Open Job Recruitment event June 21.
D. Mark Hall, lab technician at HFC for the Telecommunication program.

Get to Know HFC: D. Mark Hall is a Marine, producer, and teacher

As a lab technician at HFC, D. Mark Hall enjoys mentoring students. He hopes to return to his alma mater to teach in the telecommunication program, which he believes is his calling.
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HawkPride: from dual enrollment to doctorate

Dr. Rola A. Hariri, who recently earned her doctorate in pharmacy from Wayne State University, was once a math tutor in HFC's Learning Lab.
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HFC’s Chad Richert talks architecture, design, construction on “The Inside Outside Guys” podcast

HFC’s Chad Richert and MSU’s Dr. George Berghorn discuss architecture education projects between the two schools, including a mass timber grant from the NSF.
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Bryant Bagnall wants to bridge technical fields as an engineer

HFC has put Bryant Bagnall on the path to an engineering degree through a winding journey.
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DHS student earns pharmacy certificate; sets sights on HFC in the fall

DHS student earns PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate at the Michael Berry Career Center. He plans to become a biomedical engineer.
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HFC hosts Co-Op information sessions June 6-7

Career Services explains the advantages of cooperative (co-op) education and how you can benefit from it.
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HFC hosts MAT² Applicant Interview Day June 18

RSVP by June 12 for MAT² Applicant Interview Day. This program provides a fully funded associate degree and on-the-job training to become an Advanced Technician.
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Alumna’s mystery novel nominated for Edgar Award, named to NYPL’s Best 100 list

Edgar-nominated mystery author and HFC alumna Tracy Gardner has been a nurse for 30 years. Being nominated for the prestigious award has been a highlight of her writing career.
Dr. Kathy Campbell

Get to Know HFC: Dr. Kathy Campbell leads program with 100% employment rate

Under the leadership of Dr. Kathy Campbell, HFC's Certified Ophthalmic Technician Program has a 100% employment rate. It is only Michigan's only accredited COT program.
Tung Luu, HFC alumnus serves Asian cuisine at his restaurant.

Hawk Pride: Culinary artist opens his own restaurant

The Chopstix in Livonia, owned by HFC alum Tung Luu, serves Asian cuisine. Its specialties include pho and sushi.
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HFC Engineering Club Competition open to the public April 23

The 5th annual HFC Engineering Club Competition will show off some innovative designs from 150 competitors. The public is invited.
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Students and alumni: attend the WSJ Jobs Summit April 12

For recent graduates and those who are looking to change careers, you might want to attend the WSJ Jobs Summit on April 12.
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Mohammad Turaani is a national Jack Kent Cooke Transfer Scholarship semifinalist

“Absolute joy running through my brain” was Turaani's reaction to the awesome surprise of being named a national semifinalist.