Dr. Henry J. Bowers Focus Group

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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BMQFG hosts Historically Black College and University virtual tour Jan. 19

Students will have the opportunity to hear from representatives of five universities during the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) event Jan. 19.
An image of Martin Luther King, Jr. carved stone and a quote from him that reads "Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope."

HFC and UM-Dearborn invite you to MLK Peace Rally Jan. 20

MLK Peace Rally on January 20 begins at UM-Dearborn and ends at HFC. Senator Santana, Dr. Kalvin Harvell and VP Holly Diamond will speak.

Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group meetings for Winter 2022

The first Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group meeting this fall is Wednesday, Jan. 12, at noon via Zoom. All are invited.
A headshot of Kierra Scott.

HawkPride: Alumna plans to attend law school after earning her MBA

HFC was Keirra Scott's third try at higher education. This time, she found the right path. Now, she's out to make a difference in others' lives.
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Celebrate Kwanzaa with the BMQFG on Dec. 1

Celebrate. Learn. Enjoy this annual community gathering and symposium! All are invited.
Dr. Kenja McCray

The Excellence of the Black Woman conference 2021

Join us for this free conference hosted by the Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group, Nov. 11 and 12. Dr. Kenja McCray is the keynote speaker. All are invited.
A headshot of Chardin Claybourne.

HFC’s Claybourne coauthors CCSJ antiracism glossary

HFC's Chardin Claybourne is one of eight authors of, “Antiracism Glossary for Education and Life." His life experiences provided ample material, in addition to the academic exercise.
HFC English professor Courtney Henderson Matthews

HFC welcomes Courtney Henderson Matthews

HFC is the right fit and the right choice for new English instructor, who has taught in several states before coming to Michigan.