HFC Community / Social

Butterfly on a native flower.

Campus grass looks dead? Xeriscaping has begun; the beauty is yet to come

As part of HFC's continuing sustainability and resiliency efforts, the College will begin an ambitious landscaping sustainability project August 24.
Ed Demerly with his book.

Retired HFC professor recounts childhood in new memoir

Retired English professor's memoir recounts his rural childhood in the post-World War II days until the end of his military service at 25.
The Eshleman Library is reopening in phases this fall.

Eshleman Library to gradually expand on-campus services during Fall 2021

Eshleman Library to gradually open up its on-campus services in addition to offer virtual services upon the start of the Fall 2021 Semester.
Henry Ford College Welcome Center Building

Return to Campus Plan: Student Affairs and Enrollment Services, Welcome Center

HFC's Student Affairs division is preparing to return to campus with student services for the Fall 2021 semester. Virtual services will still be available, too.
Julian Savoury

HFC student amasses 1.8 million followers on TikTok with his funny videos

HFC student's TikTok presence is really taking off as he becomes a social influencer.
HFC logo on blue field

Enrollment Services and Advising Zoom drop-in service

Meet with an HFC Enrollment Associate or Advisor in Zoom regarding enrollment, financial aid, and registration help. Select a day and tell us you are coming, or just drop-in.
Are you ready for the fall 2021 semester at Henry Ford College?

Fall classes begin August 26... are you ready?

Get ready for the Fall 2021 semester at HFC by reaching out to our team of professionals who are here to help you.
An image of Trevor McConico in his HFC graduation attire and holding his HFC diploma.

HFC alumnus aspires to a mass media career -- starting with radio

Trevor McConico, who fell in love with mass media at HFC, will continue his education at Wayne State.
Shai James-Boyd

HFC’s Shai James-Boyd publishes article on the empathy mindset of an exceptional leader

Shai James-Boyd describes some of the differences between good and exceptional leaders, and the importance of empathy as a value and skill.
Maitham Khanafer

Honors alumnus aspires to a career in sports nutrition

Maitham Khanafer's desire to pursue a career as a dietitian was sparked at age 14. HFC helped him become "100% ready" for his next steps.
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New MI-PAT initiative helps students succeed through math

HFC joins new MI-PAT initiative to remove barriers to student success.
Alanna Schwartz

Alanna Schwartz leads the way through U-M Englehardt Social Justice Project

Alanna Grace-Marie Schwartz has changed her future goals because of her experience at HFC. This summer, she is working to change the world through a social justice fellowship.
Eid al-Adha, Eid Mubarak on colorful designed background

Eid al-Adha 2021: President’s Video

President Kavalhuna's holiday video series: The president and HFC student Safa Mroue talk about the meaning of Eid al-Adha.
University of Michigan UROP Research Symposium

Eight HFC students to participate in U-M Research Symposium

Eight HFC students participating in UROP will demonstrate what they learned this summer at the August 4 Summer Research Symposium.
microscopic photo of bacteria (yellow)

Photos of microscopic organisms enlarged and framed in new wing of science building

HFC's biology department is decorating the new science wing with enlarged photos of microscopic organisms.
HFC students in classroom

HFC awarded $200,000 in student success grants from LEO and Kresge

HFC has recently been awarded $200,000 in grants to support students through an innovative success program and textbook funds.
Scene from NO SUDDEN MOVE featuring Cheadle and HFC student Jesse Williams.

“I never imagined I would share the screen with my favorite actor”

HFC student Jesse Williams III landed a role as an extra in the new Don Cheadle movie, “No Sudden Move.”
An image of a young female student holding books with the words Fostering Futures Scholarship.

Fostering Futures Scholarship deadline extended to Aug. 1

If you have been in the foster care system, take advantage of the Aug. 1 deadline extension to apply for a college scholarship today!
A headshot of Kamel Elkadri.

HFC alumnus and dining services professional runs for Dearborn City Council

HFC alumnus Kamel Elkadri's deep love for Dearborn inspires him to run for Dearborn City Council.
An image of Gary Woronchak.

Journalist and HFC award recipient runs for Mayor of Dearborn

HFC alumnus Gary Woronchak talks about his love of Dearborn, his history as a journalist, and his reasons for a varied political career.
A headshot of  Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell.

HFC sociology professor to speak at U-Wyoming’s Black Studies Center mini-symposium July 2

HFC sociology professor is the only instructor from a community college to speak at U-Wyoming's Black Studies Center mini-symposium on July 2.
A headshot of William Bronner from the past and present.

Mental discipline, work ethic, and tennis: a great foundation for an engineering career

William Bronner found his start to a successful engineering career and fulfilling life through HFC.
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UM holds transfer info events throughout the summer

Learn what U-M academic program is right for you at numerous virtual events this summer.
A headshot of Kalette Willis.

HFC student Kalette Willis is the first African-American woman to run for Dearborn mayor

Inspired by Jennifer Granholm, Army veteran and HFC student Willis is running for mayor because, as she says, "I still have faith in humanity, and we can create a better reality."