Student Success

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.
Photo of HFC alumna and artist Paige Deon.

Paige Deon’s artwork displayed at Ann Arbor Art Fair for 2nd year

HFC alumna Paige Deon had a successful showing at Ann Arbor Art Fair, one of the nation's premier art fair events with artists from all over the world.
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.
Mak Manciel in his HFC uniform.

Former HFC basketball star transfers to UDM and looks forward to the upcoming season

HFC helped shape Mak Manciel into the player he is today. He will apply those skills this fall at UDM.
Alyssa Oudeh smiling with a dark blue background.

Two scholarships support Alyssa Oudeh’s dream of becoming an auto mechanic

Having been interested in cars since she was a child, Alyssa Oudeh is enrolled in the auto mechanic program this fall at HFC.
Michael George with glasses and  beard, shrubbery in the background.

Alumnus Michael George is living the potter’s life

HFC alumnus Michael George retired from teaching art at the end of the 2022-23 academic year to concentrate on being a full-time artist.
A headshot of Khodr Farhat.

Governor Whitmer appoints alumnus Khodr Farhat to Michigan Council for Rehabilitation Services

HFC alumnus Khodr Farhat, who works in the health care field, has been a champion of the disabled community.
June Williams standing in front of a backdrop image of red roses.

Get to Know HFC: June Williams helps students feel understood and supported as they navigate college enrollment

HFC Student Support Professional June Williams, an alumna of the College, helps students find their true calling.
HFC nursing alumna Elizabeth Ashley receiving the Daisy Award.

Nursing alumna wins DAISY Award for exemplary service

HFC alumna and DAISY Award winner takes pride in serving her community through high-quality nursing.
A headshot of Israel Perez.

Michigan Reconnect gave Israel Perez a path to dream career

Israel Perez owed himself an education. Michigan Reconnect funded his web development degree at HFC.
Chef Greg Beard in front of a sign for the Boogaloo Wonderland sandwich.

HFC alumnus Chef Greg Beard re-creates Detroit’s famous Boogaloo sandwich, with a twist

Bringing the flavor back: HFC alumnus recreates famous Boogaloo sandwich, a Detroit staple.
A headshot of Jada Oliver.

Jada Oliver makes MCCAA Second Team All-Eastern Conference

After an outstanding freshman year on the softball team, where she hit 8 homeruns, Jada Oliver is looking forward to even more next year.
Softball team photo of Jessica Laird.

Jessica Laird grew as an athlete and a leader

HFC helped softball player Jessica Laird regain her love of the sport and become a leader. She aspires to become a coach.
Softball team photo of Karlee Plensdorf.

Karlee Plensdorf finishes her softball career strong at HFC

Karlee Plensdorf flourished as a student-athlete at HFC, and developed a new career dream.
Headshot of  Jerry “Trey” Harpole III

Rotary Club of Dearborn awards $73,700 in scholarships, including 2 HFC nursing students and 4 HFEC students

Dearborn Rotarians pay it forward to be donating to scholarships, which benefit many students at HFC.
Baseball players top to bottom, left to right: Hector Arredondo, Ricky Kidd, Jacob Kuhlman, Solomon McCants, Thomas Potcova, Robert Schlip, and Gus Simon.

HFC baseball team wins post-season awards and honors

Seven HFC baseball players earned awards and accolades in post-season honors.
A headshot of Mily Garcia.

First-gen student Mily Garcia named MCCAA Second Team All-Eastern Conference

Mily Garcia is a trailblazer as a first-generation American, a first-generation college student, and successful student-athlete.
Women's Softball team top row, left to right: Lauren Gannon, Mily Garcia, and Caroline O'Donohue. Bottom Row, left to right: Jada Oliver, Sydney Pease, and Karlee Plensdorf.

HFC softball team wins post-season awards and honors

Six HFC softball players earned awards and accolades in post-season honors.
HFC roller hockey club player Kylie Brown skates behind the net.

Kylie Brown excels as the sole female student-athlete on the HFC roller hockey club

As the only woman on HFC's roller hockey club in 2022-2023, Kylie Brown was a major contributor. She's coming back for more next year.
Photo of baseball player Ricky Kidd.

Ricky Kidd makes history as the first Hawk to receive a Big Ten athletic scholarship

Ricky Kidd will continue his baseball career at the University of Michigan this fall. He says he’ll be playing his dream sport at his dream school.
Nathan Tipton pointing towards KLA Laboratories' technology.

Nathan Tipton enjoys the freedom to try new things as Service Center Supervisor at KLA Laboratories

HFC Cisco Networking Academy alumnus is part of a large group of HFC graduates who have made their careers at KLA -- whose president, Matt O'Bryan, is a proud alumnus.
Headshot of Caroline O'Donohue

HFC forged Caroline O’Donohue into a better student and a better athlete

The second recipient of the Nancy Bryden Endowed Scholarship, Caroline O'Donohue finished her softball career at HFC on a high note.
Headshot of Zeinab Saab.

HFC alumna’s artwork showcased in Manhattan

It was a dream come true for HFC art alumna to have her artwork featured in "A Thought Is a Memory" exhibition in Manhattan.
Portrait of Kat Peter.

Kat Peter led HFC’s Student Council in new directions

Kat Peter worked to overcome stereotypes and biases while leading sustainability efforts as the leader of Student Council for four years.