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Presidents’ Day 2021

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the holiday officially known as George Washington's Birthday.
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Rachael Lobdell proves it is never too late to work toward your dreams

HFC is a "big, loving family" for student Rachael Lobdell.
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HFC welcomes Mark Tade as Assistant Director of Employee and Labor Relations

Former nuclear submarine officer and lawyer Mark Tade joins the College as Assistant Director of Employee and Labor Relations

DeLong, Diamond appointed to VP roles

DeLong becomes Vice President of Marketing and Communications; Diamond is Interim Vice President of Student Affairs.
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Chinese New Year 2021

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the Chinese New Year, celebrated February 12 this year.

See live Hawks contests online, beginning Feb. 18

Starting with the HFC women's volleyball team's home game against Mott on February 18, the College will live-stream all home contests this winter.
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HFC Detroit Promise student 1 of 2 Michigan students named NCAN Student Advocacy Fellows

HFC alumna and Detroit Promise student wants to tell her educational journey through NCAN.
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Need money for college? HFC scholarship deadline is TODAY

Fall 2021 scholarships are available to help you pay for college. Apply by March 31!
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Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell’s lecture educates and inspires as Black History Month begins

Dr. Kalvin DaRonne Harvell hosted the inaugural event for the 2021 Black History Month event series.
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Dating Violence Awareness Month

HFC recognizes Dating Awareness month during February 2021. Public information and resources are available.
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Celebrate Black History Month: Building for Eternity

HFC celebrates Black History Month with a series of free, public events. Join us!
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Campus Safety hosts Virtual Active Attacker Preparedness seminar

Learn about techniques that will help you be prepared and calm if you find yourself in an active attacker situation.
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Retired HFC professor publishes a “memoir in essays”

"Get Thee to a Bakery" chronicles retired HFC English professor's traveling and culinary adventures.
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Byron Brooks recruited by Biden-Harris Inaugural Committee for MLK Day of Service

HFC alumnus Byron Brooks was chosen by the Biden-Harris Presidential Inaugural Committee to lead a community service initiative on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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Westland mayor appoints HFC alumna to ethics board

Deborah Thomas serves on a board that promotes ethical activities and behavior.

ReBUILDetroit presents “Solidarity Over Surveillance” Part 1 on Jan. 28

The "Solidarity Over Surveillance" webinar with Tawana Honeycomb Petty explores the impact of surveillance on civil rights.

HFC launches Campus Tree Fund

Donations have been made to fund the purchasing and planting of five small trees for the Campus Tree Fund.
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HFC welcomes new admissions recruiter Britney Underwood

Underwood's experiences at other institutions, combined with insights from her teammates, will inform and inspire her work at HFC.
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Children’s book readings by our community for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Community members read to children as part of an SSA education and inspiration initiative for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in 2021.
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HFC Climate Survey opens January 18

President Kavalhuna shares information about the upcoming Climate Survey, and encourages everyone to participate.
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Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

President Kavalhuna shares his reflections on the year-round meaning of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday, and its specific relevance to the HFC community.
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Technology Investment Fund (TIF) proposals due Feb. 19

If you have a project that can increase or improve student access to technology, submit a TIF proposal by Feb. 19.
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Instructor with Appalachian roots enjoys his work with HFC students

Dr. Adam R. Hazlett has a unique career story.
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State of the College video and resources, January 2021

President Kavalhuna and colleagues present the January 2021 State of the College event.