The CCIC Team from HFC holding a certificate.

HFC pre-engineering team named 2025 Community College Innovation Challenge finalist

For the seventh time in 11 years, HFC has been named a Community College Innovation Challenge finalist. HFC is also the only college in Michigan participating in this year's CCIC.
Jim Piché's headshot.

Jim Piché earned 3 degrees and a certificate after 30 years of work

After nearly 30 years, Jim Piché earned 3 associate degrees and a certificate from HFC. The Army veteran, teacher, and theatre major has learned a lot from life and school.
Dr. Lori M. Gonko

Board of Trustees appoints Dr. Lori M. Gonko as Interim President of the College

In a unanimous vote, the Board of Trustees appointed Lori M. Gonko, Ed.D., as interim president of the College. Dr. Gonko is expected to start her new role on July 1.
Headshot of Albara Muthala.

Albara Muthala tests limits through aerospace engineering and the Seven Summits

Albara Muthala will study aerospace engineering program at U-M. First, though, he'll attempt the Seven Summits in Washington state, a feat of mountaineering that would be the pinnacle of his young life.
Writing Center employee assisting an HFC student with writing.

Writing Center hours for Summer 2025

The Writing Center is open for the Summer 2025 semester starting May 13.
A math tutoring session.

Learning Lab schedule for Summer 2025

The Learning Lab's schedule for the Summer 2025 semester begins May 13.
May 22
A graphic of an airplane flying over world landmarks.

Fifty-One O One restaurant hosts International Cuisine luncheons on summer Thursdays

Fifty-One O One will host its popular International Cuisine series on Thursdays from May 22 to June 26. Reservations recommended!
Susan McGraw with students near a Francis Coppola banner.

HFC students meet with renowned filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola

HFC students didn't need to get an “offer they couldn’t refuse” to attend this conversational event with the renowned director.
Illustration of a man and a woman adding water to nurture flowers in a silhouette of a head.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We encourage you to take advantage of resources to support your mental health and wellbeing.
Headshot of Anthony Lai.

HFC’s Anthony Lai premieres original music with Dearborn Symphony

The Dearborn Symphony will play Anthony Lai's original musical number, “In Other News,” at its final concert of the season on May 9.
Headshot of Alaina Schnell

Award-winning writer Alaina Schnell becomes EIC of "The Mirror News"

HFC provided Alaina Schnell with the fresh start she needed. She won the Barrett Contest twice and is the new editor-in-chief of “The Mirror News.”
Illustration of a fist holding a pencil with big blue 50 in the back.

Barrett Creative Writing Contest celebrates 50 years, announces winners

Five students won the Barrett Creative Writing Contest and read their work at the April 17 awards ceremony.
Portrait of President Russ Kavalhuna

President Kavalhuna announces his departure to become President at WMU

President Russ Kavalhuna will join Western Michigan University as its 10th president this July, after an accomplished seven-year tenure at HFC.
Media Communication Arts class and Bruche Joel Rubin on Zoom call.

Oscar-winning screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin connects with HFC’s MCA students

MCA chairperson Susan McGraw invited Bruce Joel Rubin to talk to her class about his career, especially writing the 1990 film “Ghost.”
Headshot of Header Algaraawi

HFEC student designs MindLift app, will serve as a U.S. Youth Ambassador

Header Algaraawi designed an app for college students to manage their stress. This summer, he'll be a U.S. Youth Ambassador to Belize.
May 21
Astronomers looking at the starry skies with a telescope.

Explore the universe through free Hammond Planetarium shows at HFC

Learn more about the celestial stars at the Hammond Planetarium, Dearborn's premier location for exploring the universe, on the campus of Henry Ford College. Shows are free. Please register in advance, so we can be sure to seat you.