Student Success

Star-gazing during his work breaks on the night shift sparked a curiosity that just might take this HFC physics major to the "final frontier."

HFC alumna looks forward to beginning work this fall on her second associate degree at the College, which is like a family to her. She is following her dream to become a special education teacher.

For the second consecutive year, HFC student Kalimah Gardner has won two prestigious awards, including a $10,000 scholarship. She aspires to a career in film as a creative producer.

Tara Abdusshakur, who earned an associate degree from HFC two decades ago, had a full and extremely successful culinary career. Now, she returns to HFC to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse.

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

Zayneb Abu-Khader makes history as the youngest person to earn her bachelor's degree in HFC's Culinary Arts program. She will transfer to Wayne State to earn her master's degree.

HFC roller hockey player led Division 1 in goals and capped off the season by proposing to his very supportive girlfriend during the national tournament. A rattlesnake on the trail didn't diminish their happiness.

Wrestler Justin Labon attended HFC on athletic and academic scholarships, succeeding in the Honors Program and on the wrestling mat. He will transfer to U-M this fall.

The HFC Honors Program opened doors and provided surprising experiences that helped shape how Ellie MacDonald views her future.

HFC double-scholarship softball player, named MCCAA's Pitcher of the Week, has found that HFC provides many opportunities for her to shine.

After two stints at HFC and hands-on leadership experiences, Stef Blackburn is ready to achieve her aspirations in life.

HFC golfer Devin Rocz fought through a tough first round at regionals, and earned a spot to compete in the NJCAA National Championships May 23-26 in Plymouth, IN.

Ziyad Muflahi, whose studies of writing and reading comprehension at HFC were critical to his success, became the first Wayne State psych student and first HFC alumnus to earn the NASA grant.

HFC art student is the recipient of the 2023 Detroit Society of Women Painters & Sculptors scholarship.

Henry Ford II Honors Program has allowed HFC student Savanna Vela to discover and show off her superpowers.

HFC paved the way for Santos Alvarez to become the first in his family to earn a bachelor's degree.

HFC has allowed Tamon Howard to find himself and expand his horizons.

Determined to walk across the stage to get her diploma, despite going into labor, Kelsey Hudie's inspirational story has made national headlines.

For the fifth time, a student team from HFC is named a Community College Innovation finalist.

HFC alumna Chloe Doherty is transitioning from apprenticeship to a full-time position at ZOLLER, Inc. in Ann Arbor.

HFC alumna enters her first poetry competition and wins for her collection of poetry called “Let Us Get Lost in the Valleys.”

Malak Cherri's painting called "Education" wins Best of Show in Greatest Student Exhibition.

HFC scores high at Student Cupola Contest in Alabama. HFC was the first community college ever to participate in this competition.

HFC nursing students Trey Harpole and Misty Russell represented the College at the 71st annual NSNA Conference. Harpole was elected to national office.