HFC Community / Social

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Fall 2022 Wellness Series: The Power of Hope on Oct. 26

Learn how to make positive changes that will affect your health and relationships for the better on Oct. 26.
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Check out the Eshleman Library’s new look and great resources

Double bonus: the Eshleman Library has a new look, and the student-focused services and resources the team provides remain excellent.
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Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Columbus Day

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the holiday known officially as Columbus Day and also commemorated as Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Image of book cover, "Waiting for You"

HFC alumna Sara Alduais publishes first children’s book

A bedtime story she spun for her little brother inspired HFC alumna's first children's book.
A stylized drawing of people at a rally supporting LGBTQ inclusion.

SAGA Club welcomes students

We welcome all students to join the SAGA Club at HFC, or just attend our meetings. The group supports LGTQ+ students and community members. The first meeting is Oct. 12.
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EMU National Transfer Student Week

Join EMU for National Transfer Student Week Oct. 15-22, to challenge assumptions, build empathy, and instill transfer pride on campus.
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TODAY: Welcome Center open house and anniversary celebration!

Join us October 18 for a celebration of food, fun, and resources to keep you going on your journey. Students, faculty, and staff are invited!
Dearborn Fire Dept. truck (courtesy Dearborn Fire Dept.)

HFC former firefighter (with dogs) and Dearborn Fire Dept. host Fire Safety Awareness program Oct. 11-13

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, HFC’s Mike Charette and the Dearborn Fire Department will host a Fire Safety Awareness program Oct. 11-13.
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LGBT History Month: President’s Video

Reflections on this month-long holiday commemorating those who have contributed to equal rights for all.
A group of HFC Ophthalmic students posed with Dr. Kathy Campbell.

Ophthalmic Tech students volunteer at American Legion

Students in HFC's Ophthalmic Technician program volunteered their time and expertise, assisting veterans and their families with eye care needs.
Headshot of HFC Trustee Irene Watts.

Governor Whitmer appoints HFC Trustee Irene Watts to statewide committee

HFC Trustee Watts looks forward to combining her passions for early childhood education and advocacy in her new statewide appointment.
Marlanna Landeros portrait.

HFC Women’s Network hosts Fall Meet and Greet Oct. 6

Please sign up today for the MI-ACE Women's Network Fall Meet and Greet event, "Women Leading in Challenging Times," featuring Marlanna Landeros
Aaron Ramey

HFC welcomes Aaron Ramey, biology instructor

New biology instructor Aaron Ramey has dedicated his career to helping students overcome obstacles and succeed in their studies.
Volunteer works at polling place in the USA election assisting voter with his registration.

All Hawks are invited to be poll workers Nov. 8

The State of Michigan calls on the HFC community to serve in the critically important, paid role of election workers. Michigan needs Hawk poll workers!
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Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur: President’s Video

In a reprise of their video from last year, President Kavalhuna and Corinne Asher share the background and "sweet" meaning of the Jewish High Holy Days.
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Get a “Clue” – HFC librarian in shadowcast of movie

HFC's Tessa Betts stars in a shadowcast of 1985's "Clue" at the Redford in Detroit Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. Tickets are available.
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College sets global best-practice energy standard through IEMP

Henry Ford College launches its Integrated Energy Master Plan, a 20-year effort that will completely change the College's stewardship of energy, and save millions of dollars in the process.
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WHFR hosts 13th Annual Record Show on Oct. 15

The WHFR Record Show, one of the Midwest's premier shows of its kind, returns Oct. 15 for the first time in three years.
Coach Mike Abney

Get to Know HFC: Coach Mike Abney’s love of baseball is lifelong

Coach Mike Abney builds on the success of the HFC baseball team. He was a long-time assistant coach before becoming head coach.
Discover Day volunteer staff from 2019.

Volunteers needed for Discover Day on Sept. 30

To make Sept. 30's Discover Day a success for visiting high school students, volunteers are essential. Sign up today!
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HFC named Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly School for 5th year

HFC is proud to serve our military veterans! Our College has been named a Gold-Level status Veteran Friendly School five times.
Photo of students walking by the LSC.

Students: Learning Success Center open house Sept. 27

Join us for the Learning Success Center Sept. 27 to learn about the many student support offices at HFC and how we can help you succeed.
Andrew Whitman

Get to Know HFC: Andrew Whitman switched from Great Lakes freighters to non-profit work

Andrew Whitman of the HFC Foundation moved into fundraising and grant writing as a way to help organizations obtain the funding they need to support others.

Fifty-One O One Restaurant is open for the Fall semester

HFC's student-run restaurant will reopen Sept. 21 with a varied menu of seasonal dishes. You are invited!