HFC Community / Social

Marie Fawaz, Cortney Rinehart, Anthony Preston (at the Wayne State podium), Jesse Mason, and Dr. Kristen Dage.

From hard labor to hard study in black holes and astrophysics

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."
headshot of Kalimah Gardner

Kalimah Gardner earns national award and local award for the second straight year

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.
A headshot of Trey Counts.

Trey Counts aspires to work with NBA athletes

A model Hawk: HFC has taught Trey Williams how to manage his time and studies, and has inspired his off-court NBA dream.
A picture of Zayneb Abu-Khader (left) and her mother Dr. Shayma Mustafa (right) in cap and gown.

Zayneb Abu-Khader, 16, is the youngest person to earn a bachelor’s degree from HFC’s Culinary Arts program

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.
Dustin Foran and Kiera Mustola

HFC roller hockey player proposes to his girlfriend at NCRHA National Championship

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.
A closeup of the female singers in the Renaissance Voices singing at a performance.

Renaissance Voices performs Alumnae Concert in Farmington Hills

Renaissance Voices will perform its annual Alumnae Concert: Music for Women’s Voices, June 4.
Roger Frank

Get to Know HFC: Roger Frank believes an “indirect path” can be a great teaching asset

HFC instructor Roger Frank takes pride in his students' success. The “crooked lines and detours” have made him a better teacher.
Pamela Stewart

Pamela Stewart returns to role as Associate Dean of SOLA

Viewing HFC through the lens of a student, alumna, instructor, and director, Pamela Stewart will become the Associate Dean of SOLA for a 3-year term.
Headshot of Stef Blackburn

Stef Blackburn revived the National Society of Leadership and Success, HFC chapter

After two stints at HFC and hands-on leadership experiences, Stef Blackburn is ready to achieve her aspirations in life.
Shafyla Thompson stands in front of HFC shirts.

College Store sale: 25% off all clothing and merchandise

The College Store is having a 25% sale on HFC apparel on merchandise May 22-June 4. You can shop in-store or online.
Phillip Migliaccio at hydration station

HFC offers hydration stations on both campuses

Fill up your water bottles at any of the eight hydration stations on both campuses.
Art made of gold metal squares with red lip prints chained together, adorned with gold metal crosses and Playboy bunnies.

Art student Sadie Ziembowicz wins $1,000 scholarship

HFC art student is the recipient of the 2023 Detroit Society of Women Painters & Sculptors scholarship.
Headshots of Dave Acosta and Saladin Ahmed.

Alumnus publishes new series through Image Comics, including “underground Michigan element”

**Book signing May 24**: Eisner-winning writer and HFC alumnus Saladin Ahmed, who has written the Adventures of Spider-Man, launches a new comic series from Image.
Savanna Vela (in Spider-Man costume) in front of poster of her presentation

Honors student Savanna Vela researches Spider Man through the lens of metaphysics

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

Math instructor Deb Zopf retires after 35 years of making a difference in students’ lives

Dr. Deborah Zopf is grateful for 35 years of teaching at HFC, including 20 years of leadership in assessment. Her contributions to the College have changed lives.
Image of a student studying

Free 3-week Hawk Advantage summer program gets you up to speed with school, provides food and services

The Hawk Advantage, a 3-week free summer program, provides food, a laptop, transportation help, and academic support to get you ready for college.
Santos Alvarez photo

HFC alumnus is the first in his family to earn a bachelor’s degree

HFC paved the way for Santos Alvarez to become the first in his family to earn a bachelor's degree.
A graphic of an airplane flying over world landmarks.

Fifty-One O One restaurant hosts International Cuisine Thursdays through June 22

Fifty-One O One will host its popular International Cuisine series every Thursday from May 18 to June 22. Reservations recommended!
HFC alumna Sarah Williams and her husband Jay are opening a new indie bookstore in Detroit called "Next Chapter Books".

Alumna opens indie bookstore in Detroit’s East English Village neighborhood

After being a finalist in an entrepreneurship contest, the Williams found the impetus to expand and move their bookstore to East English Village this summer.
Headshot of Tamon Howard

Detroit Promise student Tamon Howard feels a strong connection to the campus

HFC has allowed Tamon Howard to find himself and expand his horizons.
President Kavalhuna with Kelsey Hudie

HFC alumna’s uplifting story about getting diploma while going into labor makes national news (video)

Determined to walk across the stage to get her diploma, despite going into labor, Kelsey Hudie's inspirational story has made national headlines.
Photo of Soliman Touelh, Hasan Termos, Alayna Kondraciuk, Dr. Hassan Mohseni Nameghi, and Bryant Bagnall.

HFC team named Community College Innovation Challenge finalist for AI-based app

For the fifth time, a student team from HFC is named a Community College Innovation finalist.
A photo of five people at Commencement

May 6 commencement photos and videos (Congrats, graduates!)

Of the eligible graduates, more than 600 attended our two ceremonies with their families.
Illustration of a woman in front of a computer with a magnifying glass, looking at the screen.

HFC Student Handbook updates needed for the 2023-24 academic year

Please provide student handbook revisions by May 26.