Human Resources

Chardin Claybourne

HFC names Chardin Claybourne Director of the Henry Ford II Honors Program

As the Henry Ford II Honors Program Director, Chardin Claybourne's goal is to make it the premier community college honors program in Michigan.
Candance Niemer

Get to Know HFC: Dr. Candance Niemer earns doctorate in her journey to educate future nurses

Teaching at HFC allows Dr. Candance Niemer to foster the growth of her students, preparing them to become future nurses.
HFC logo on blue field

HR streamlines processes: direct deposit

The first in the series of significant enhancements to HR processes: Learn how to streamline HFC's direct deposit change request procedure.
Gina is wearing a green sweater and glasses, playing the piano.

Get to Know HFC: For 30 years, Gina D’Alessio has taught music from the heart

Being able to pass on her musical knowledge to students and seeing them succeed has been the center of Gina D’Alessio’s teaching career at HFC.
Close up of W-2 and 1040 paperwork and pen.

Electronic W-2 forms for 2023 are available through Self-Service

Your W-2 forms are online now via Self Service. If you want to receive your 2023 HFC W-2 form in an electronic format, login to sign up.
A closeup of Bob wearing a yellow baseball cap and a blue WHFR.FM jacket.

Get to Know HFC: Bob Burnham brings forty years of experience to WHFR

Bob Burnham, who built a functioning radio station as a teenager, brings long expertise in broadcasting and his love of old radio shows to WHFR.
Courtney Spivak

Get to Know HFC: Courtney Spivak makes complex ideas fun and relatable

The small classes at HFC allow Courtney Spivak to really get to know her students.
Brenda Hildreth

Get to Know HFC: Dr. Brenda Hildreth counsels students in life skills

Projecting an aura of peace and calm, Dr. Brenda Hildreth uses her clinical counseling skills to help HFC students achieve their full potential.
Rachael Chatfield

Get to Know HFC: Rachael Chatfield combines academic and travel interests into higher ed career

A chance enrollment in a Spanish class led to a love of travel and a decision to help others pursue their dreams through education.
Samer Atris

Get to Know HFC: Samer Atris helps students stay on the path to success

Samer Atris completed his counseling internship at HFC eight years ago and decided to stay at the College.
Julie Fountain

Get to Know HFC: Program Advisor Julie Fountain is nurses’ go-to advisor

Julie Fountain’s background as a community college alumna, licensed counselor, and teacher makes her well suited to helping HFC students find their future path.
Jessica Shamberger

Get to Know HFC: Jessica Shamberger’s enthusiasm for teaching is contagious

ESL instructor Jessica Shamberger's colleagues and students motivate her to excel.
Mike Ball

Get to Know HFC: Mike Ball enjoys being part of the Dearborn community

Mike Ball applies his experiences as a Marine, police officer, and attorney to his duties as HFC Campus Safety Supervisor.
Jesse Mason

HFC’s Jesse Mason wins YouTube Silver Creator Award for his physics videos

HFC instructor's video series surpassed 100,000 subscribers (and more than 11 million views) on YouTube. He is also the creator of the first YouTube-based virtual experiment in physics.
Rosemany Miketa

Get to Know HFC: Rosemary Miketa utilizes technology to help non-native speakers learn English

A native of Australia, HFC CTEI co-director Rosemary Miketa understands the cultures associated with immigration and the challenges of learning a new language.
Patty Goodall at her pottery wheel with a clay bowl.

Get to Know HFC: Patty Goodell is an unsung hero of Fine Arts

Patty Goodell works hard behind the scenes to make sure the ceramics studio and the Sisson Art Gallery run smoothly.
Dorea Wilson

HFC welcomes Dorea Wilson, who encourages students to aim high

One of HFC's new academic advisors, Dorea Wilson helps students set high goals and create a path to achieve them.
Outdoor photo of new faculty members

HFC welcomes new music faculty members

The next great era in HFC music education begins with the addition of three new music faculty members who have great ideas for the future of HFC's Music department.
HFC employees Bridget and Laura smiling while enjoying therapy dogs Maui, a golden retriever, and Tango, a black lab.

HR’s Employee Benefits Fair sets a high standard of engagement

More than 100 employees attended the Employee Benefits Fair, HFC's first such in-person event since 2019.
Maggie Rutkowski and her husband Dan.

Get to Know HFC: Maggie Rutkowski's journey from skepticism to her dream career

HFC Spanish instructor started teaching during her grad school days and discovered she loved it. Now it's her mission.
Karen Larson-Voltz

Get to Know HFC: Alumna Karen Larson-Voltz brings international arts experience to her teaching

HFC nurtured Karen Larson-Voltz's passion for visual arts and higher education. She has taught at the College since 2011.
Todd Hakim

HFC welcomes College Completion Coach Todd Hakim

New College Completion Coach encourages HFC to step out of their comfort zones.
Ty Collins

Get to Know HFC: Ty Collins came out of retirement because he missed working with students

A decorated military veteran and long-term counselor, Collins brings myriad skills to his role to help students succeed.
Shaun Stevens

Get to Know HFC: For Shaun Stevens, student success is personal

Assistant Registrar Shaun Stevens takes student success personally. Seeing students graduate is the best part of his job.