Dr. Henry J. Bowers Focus Group

HFC students at MLK Peace Rally with signs and flags.

Join HFC and UM-Dearborn for 3rd annual MLK Peace Rally

HFC Sociology instructor Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell will speak at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Peace Rally on January 18.
Keynote speaker Lisa D. Givan.

Excellence of the Black Woman Conference 2023

Join us for this free conference celebrating the excellence of Black women on Oct. 20. Lisa D. Givan is the keynote speaker. All are welcome (men, women, children).
Book cover: The Souls of Black Folk

Community Read every Wednesday this fall; all are welcome!

Join the Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group for open discussions about the modern implications and legacy of this famous historic work. Didn't read it? Come anyway!
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Black Male & QUEENS Focus Group meetings for the Fall 2023 semester

Everyone is invited as the BMQFG begins its weekly meetings for the Fall 2023 semester, starting Wednesday, Sept. 6, at noon.
Charles Brooks smiling and wearing glasses, is holding a framed certificate in front of an HFC backdrop.

Charles Brooks named Star Biology Student

Charles Brooks won't let anything stand in his way. He didn't think he fit in, but he found his way at HFC, and has thrived despite many academic and personal challenges.
Daisha Griffin in commencement robe and cap with diploma, smiling.

HFC alumna transfers to U-M, aspires to a career in cancer research

Daisha Griffin, who attended HFC on a Futures for Frontliners scholarship, will transfer to U-M this fall. She aspires to go to medical school and pursue a career in cancer research.
A headshot of Trey Counts.

Trey Counts aspires to work with NBA athletes

A model Hawk: HFC has taught Trey Williams how to manage his time and studies, and has inspired his off-court NBA dream.
Kalvin Harvell and Adam Harris

“Face Everything And Rise” headlines keynote at Black Male Retention and Success Conference

Author Adam Harris delivered an inspirational keynote speech with many memorable moments at the 2023 Black Male Retention, Success, and Best Practices Conference.

BMQFG hosts Rites of Passage celebration

During this pre-Commencement event April 26, the Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group will honor BMQFG and Detroit Promise students who are graduating.
 Two police officers standing with two youths in a public park.

Student dialogue on policing and the community

On April 12, students and local law enforcement representatives will speak about the current state of policing in the community. All HFC community members are invited.
Book cover: the Mis-Education of the Negro

Join the Community Read conversation: Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s famous book

Join the Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group for this enlightening and fascinating learning experience during Black History Month.
Bogolan African print pattern in gold, orange, and black with outlined prominent black Americans.

HFC celebrates Black History Month through public events

Join us for free, public events to learn about, share, and celebrate Black History Month.
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Black Male & QUEENS Focus Group meetings for the Winter 2023 semester

All are invited as the Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group begins its meetings for the Winter 2022 Semester, effective Wednesday, Jan. 18, at noon.
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HFC and UM-Dearborn co-host MLK Peace Rally (Jan. 19)

During the week of the MLK holiday, a peace rally begins at UM-Dearborn and ends at HFC. HFC Sociology instructor Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell will speak.
Portrait of Pamela Pugh in a red dress

Excellence of the Black Woman Conference is today

Join us for this free conference hosted by the Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group on Nov. 11. Dr. Pamela L. Pugh, vice president of the Michigan State Board of Education, is the keynote speaker.
A headshot of Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell.

HFC’s Harvell joins Community Conversation on supporting Black male students

Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell will give his insights at Nov. 19's “How to Support Michigan’s Black Male Students in 2023" discussion.
2020-2021 UROP Mellon Scholarship recipient Alanna Grace-Marie Schwartz.

Students: Mellon Research Scholar Fellowship info session Sept. 21

For HFC students interested in the humanities or social sciences, do not miss this session!
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Black Male & QUEENS Focus Group meets every Wednesday

The first Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group meeting this fall is Wednesday, Sept. 14, at noon in Room N-011. All are invited.
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Lasonia Gentle uplifts fellow graduates with commencement poem

Lauded by professors for her optimism and drive, graduating student Lasonia Gentle looks forward to pursuing a career in social work. She reads her commencement-inspired poem for other graduates.
BMQFG rites of passage graduation ceremony.

BMQFG holds Rites of Passage graduation event April 28

Members of HFC's BMQFG will be honored at April 28's Rites of Passage graduation event.
A headshot of Dr. Fredrick Douglass Dixon.

Black Male Retention: Best Practices and Student Success Conference 2022

“Resiliency During Uncertainty: Succeeding Despite Challenges” is the theme of the 3rd annual Annual Black Male Retention: Best Practices and Student Success Conference. Dr. Fredrick Douglass Dixon is the keynote speaker.
An image of Vanessa Newton.

BMQFG helped Vanessa Newton realize her passion for nursing

HFC's BMQFG opened up many doors for nursing student Vanessa Newton, who is also enrolled in the Henry Ford II Honors program.
Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell and Dr. Carter G. Woodson

“March THIRD: The Third Day of Our Preparation for Black History Month” March 2

HFC's Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell will speak about the work of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, "Father of Black History Month," on March 2 (yes, the event name differs from the event date).
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BMQFG Presents “A Celebration of Black Love Day” Feb. 9

The BMQFG will discuss various opportunities with the Transfer Bridges to Humanities at Michigan and Henry Ford II Honors Program.