HFC Community / Social

Dr. Fadia Cudry at a table with scientific instruments.

Get to Know HFC: Dr. Fadia Cudry sees chemistry as a central science

Dr. Fadia Cudry wants her students to understand chemistry, to succeed and become future leaders -- and to enjoy the process.
Variety of soul food dishes on a table.

Fifty-One O One Restaurant hosts Shrimp & Soul Buffet

Fifty-One O One, HFC's student-run restaurant, will host the Shrimp & Soul Buffet Feb. 19. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Brilliant Detroit logo with blurred books in the background.

HFC Volunteer Day: literacy materials sorting at Brilliant Detroit

Brilliant Detroit needs volunteers at to sort materials for its literacy programs on March 1. Sign up by Feb. 27.
Left to right: Bridget Smith-Botos and Tracie Varitek, back to back with arms crossed.

Bridget Smith-Botos and Tracie Varitek take on interim leadership roles

Smith-Botos and Varitek will lead the way in advancing Academic Services and the Learning Lab.
Two chefs at the Wellness Cafe counter.

Culinary Wellness Café is open for the semester

The Culinary Wellness Café offers great lunch options for affordable prices Tuesdays through Thursdays until May 1.
A closeup of the Fifty-One O One's Winter Fruit and Endive Salad.

Fifty-One O One Restaurant opens Feb. 12

Fifty-One O One Restaurant reopens Wednesday, Feb. 12. Make your reservations today!
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Black History Month celebrations with Focus Group and Student Activities

The College is proud to celebrate Black History Month. The Henry J. Bowers Focus Group, and HFC Student Activities, host events throughout the month. Everyone is invited.
Hand turns a dice and changes the word "stress" to "wellness".

February Course of the Month: “How to Promote Wellness at Work”

Learn how to reduce stress at work with the February Course of the Month. Many tips are included in this article, and we encourage you to take the course for further support on your wellness journey.
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.
Black History Month graphic

Black History Month: President’s video

President Kavalhuna and HFC alumna Alanna Grace-Marie Schwartz talk about the meaning of Black History Month.
Photo of Katya Salame, the first Henry Ford Collegiate Academy student to play varsity sports for the Hawks.

Katya Salame is the first HFCA student to play HFC varsity sports

HFCA student Katya Salame makes HFC history by joining the Hawks volleyball team. It's been part of her transformative experience as an HFCA student.
A red heart that has been torn in several pieces and placed back together.

HFC Theatre presents “Torn Apart, Together,” exploring the theme of love

Just in time for Valentine's Day weekend, "Torn Apart, Together" ties together elements of musicals with the central theme of love.
Continuous line drawing of a person in a yoga position with heart shapes floating out of the top of the head.

Join us for Mindfulness Mondays

Mindful Mondays will help you manage stress and support your mental wellness.
Continuous line drawing of a hand held flat with a light bulb above, connected to gears and a paper airplane.

Join us for Tools for Success Tuesdays

Tools for Success Tuesdays workshops will help you set academic, career, and personal goals.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (text) and an image of the MLK monument on the National Mall.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna talks about the meaning of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in our community and in his own life.
HFC students holding up the protest posters they made.

Join us for “Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Peace Rally Political Poster-Making Workshop”

The week of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we will hold a learning session, luncheon, and Peace Rally poster-making workshop.
Students with fun glasses and props in a photobooth.

All students are invited to Welcome Back Days, Jan. 28-30

Welcome Back Days offer fun, information, and connections for all students through a series of free activities and events. Get involved!
Illustration of a fist holding a pencil with lightning bolts.

Barrett Creative Writing Contest submissions due February 28

Open to all HFC students, the Francis G. Barrett Creative Writing Contest and the Larry Colter Poetry Prize offer $700 in prizes.
Statue of Martin Luther King Jr.

Volunteer for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

Make a difference by volunteering on the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on Jan. 20, 2025.
L. Glenn O'Kray and image of book

HFC retiree releases Dearborn history book to preserve historic homes

L. Glenn O'Kray publishes his third book about the history of Dearborn.
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Kwanzaa: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the Kwanzaa holiday. A special presentation by HFC alumna Alanna Grace Marie Schwartz follows.
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Christmas, Advent, Epiphany: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna and HFC student Sterling Lester share their reflections on the Christmas holiday (including Advent and Epiphany).
Hanukkah image, "Happy Hanukkah"

Hanukkah: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna and Corinne Asher share the background and meaning of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah.
Almunthir Elhady, HFC alumnus to serve as student speaker at UM-Dearborn commencement ceremonies.

Alumnus is a featured speaker at UM-Dearborn Commencement

HFC alumnus Almunthir Elhady has been chosen as the Student Speaker at the UM-Dearborn Commencement Ceremonies.