Student Profile: Zach Brukley, Biotechnology Student

Zach Brukley credits his new career as a scientist to HFCC’s Biotechnology Program, which he discovered working as a custodian. Brukley recently graduated with an associate’s degree in Biotechnology and has transferred to Wayne State University. He completed an internship at Enzo Life Sciences in Ann Arbor. “Because of a confluence of excellent instructors, the amazing resources for...

Henry Ford Early College has its First RN Graduate

It wasn’t the typical high school experience for Sarah Kazbour of Dearborn. She was determined to reach her goal – a goal that was almost unthought-of for a student her age. Registered Nurse—At 19! Kazbour became a registered nurse at age 19. She was a member of the first graduating class of the Henry Ford Early College program in May 2012. She is the first RN student to graduate from the...

Student Profile: Zach Brukley, Biotechnology Student

Zach Brukley credits his new career as a scientist to HFCC’s Biotechnology Program, which he discovered working as a custodian. Brukley recently graduated with an associate’s degree in Biotechnology and has transferred to Wayne State University. He completed an internship at Enzo Life Sciences in Ann Arbor. “Because of a confluence of excellent instructors, the amazing resources for...

Henry Ford Early College has its First RN Graduate

It wasn’t the typical high school experience for Sarah Kazbour of Dearborn. She was determined to reach her goal – a goal that was almost unthought-of for a student her age. Registered Nurse—At 19! Kazbour became a registered nurse at age 19. She was a member of the first graduating class of the Henry Ford Early College program in May 2012. She is the first RN student to graduate from the...

Returning to college? Ease the transition

When adults need to re-tool for a new career, community colleges are the ultimate resource. To make the most of a return to the classroom, try these tips: Don’t worry about your age. Many students will be “non-traditional” students (over the age of 25) and most are juggling jobs, families, and other responsibilities just like you. Make a beeline to the college counselor’s office....
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President’s Column

Welcome to the spring 2015 edition of Henry Ford College’s CareerFocus magazine. HFC students are working diligently in their studies and with less than two months remaining in the winter semester, I’m sure many look forward to commencement exercises, which take place May 9. This auspicious ceremony is just one of the many activities planned for the spring time. The College is preparing for...
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Sign Up Now for Henry Ford College Discover Day

Save the Date! HFC Discover Day Thursday, October 1, 2015 9 a.m.–1 p.m. and 5–7 p.m. Come to campus and meet program representatives from more than 100 different programs! Talk with financial aid experts and student service associates. Take a tour. Discuss transfer plans with one of our university partners. We hope you will join us and let us answer all of your questions! Mark your...
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The Hawks’ Nest: Working To Decrease Food Insecurity For HFC Students

In late 2015, HFC opened an on-campus food pantry called the Hawks’ Nest. This new College resource helps to decrease food insecurity by offering non-perishable food items to needy students. [caption id="attachment_1414" align="alignleft" width="350"] Please Consider Supporting This New Resource and Help Students Stay In School: 313-317-4138[/caption] The Hawks’ Nest is located in the...
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Veterans, College and Career

There are more than 21 million veterans in the U.S. today, about 1.6 million of whom are women. Of those veterans attending college, 43 percent of them attend community colleges across the nation. A higher percentage of male veterans (34.6 percent) go into management and professional careers than non-veterans (32.5 percent). This is even more so for female veterans (48.7 percent) compared to...

HFC’s Mike Adray Memorial Tournament and Scholarship Fundraiser

Celebrating 25 Years of Helping Students Achieve A College Education Wednesday, May 18, 2016 During the past 25 years, HFC’s Mike Adray Memorial Tournament and Scholarship Fundraiser has raised more than $1.25 million in scholarship funds for students seeking the dream of a college education at HFC. Since this event began, more than 1,000 students have received a scholarship to attend HFC at a...
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HFC’s Student-Run Restaurant: Fifty-One O One

The Fifty-One O One restaurant is a full-service dining establishment operated by the students and staff of the HFC Culinary Arts program, offering customers gourmet dining experiences at affordable prices. Fifty-One O One employees are students learning to be future hotel/restaurant managers, chefs and other hospitality industry professionals. Students are assigned and rotated through the...
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