Harford’s Board of Trustees has announced that Dr. Theresa B. Felder has been appointed HCC’s 10th president. She comes to Harford from Clark State Community College in Springfield, Ohio, where she served as the Senior Vice President for Student Success. Dr. Felder will assume leadership of the College beginning January 1, 2021. Read more here.

November 16 - Dollars & Sense: Navigating Financial Aid and Admissions

November 17 - The Harford Experience: Where to Go, What to Do, and How to Find Help If You Need It

November 18 - Making Majors Matter: HCC’s Program Offerings, Majors, and Workforce Development

November 19 - Dollars & Sense: Navigating Financial Aid and Admissions

For more info, email admissions@harford.edu, call 443.412.2109, or visit www.harford.edu/learnmore and click on Visit Harford for the log in. 

The Harford Civil Rights Project will host an interactive presentation on the civil rights movement, past and present, on Thursday, November 12, 7-8 p.m.

“Sharing Our Stories” will include conversations about the 20th century African American civil rights movement and the work of HCC students on the Harford Civil Rights Project in the context of the 21st century civil rights efforts, with audience participation. The event is open to the general public via this MS Teams link. For more information, click here.

Presented by the HCC Actors Guild, this hilarious Oscar Wilde classic introduces us to two charming bachelors, each living a double life aided by a fictional alter ego called “Ernest.” But they fall truly in love with a pair of proper young women, both of whom are quite partial to men named Ernest. What happens next? Wicked wit and dead-on social satire punctuate this comedy directed by Harford theater faculty member Brandon McCoy. Visit Harford’s Facebook @HarfordCC for the event link closer to the 6^th.

We ❤️ Our Veterans

Veterans Day is November 11. Harford is proud of our military veterans and we take it as our duty to serve those who’ve served our country. Whether you’re upgrading work skills, seeking a transfer program, or earning an associate degree or occupational certificate, we’ve got your back. Our staff stands ready to support our military and veteran students and their families on their journey from boots to books. Learn more here.

A traditional college degree is not for everyone, and now more than ever, we’re helping those who want to pursue a different path. Fields like construction, the trades, IT and computers, allied health and many others are booming! Harford’s hands-on noncredit classes get you ready to enter the workforce directly, often in under a year. We have options for scholarships and tuition assistance; eligible programs and criteria vary, so let us help determine what could work for you. Interested? Take a look at our options and get in touch. We’ll be glad to provide you with more information.

If you’re 18 years of age or older and didn’t complete high school, GED® classes will help you review the skills you need to earn a Maryland high school diploma and prepare you for the exam. For help in choosing the right program, attend one of the advising sessions. The sessions start promptly at the scheduled time. Schedule an advising session at 443.412.2616 or bejohnson@harford.edu. Registration is required. For more information, click here.

Enroll in Harford’s English as a Second Language course! Students must be a foreign-born adult 18 years of age or older (not an F1 or J1 visa holder) and not currently enrolled in high school. If you’re interested, you must attend a free advising session; schedule one by calling 443.412.2152 or email creeder@harford.edu. Registration is required. For more information, click here.

Enrich Your Life Virtually

There are still lots of fun (or at least useful) topics to explore while we continue to learn virtually. Teens 13-17 can learn to make their favorite Italian Foods, beginners and active olders can get their dance on in Zumba Gold, practice Self-Care and relaxation with various types of mind-body practices and stress management techniques, gain knowledge of the Home Buying process and ways to get to the settlement table stress-free, or learn the essentials of estate planning in Wills, Estates, and Trusts.

See a class that fits your interests? Register here.

Harford will add to its classes and services in the Edgewood area, thanks to a new grant for entrepreneurship, workforce development and business resources. The Rural Maryland Council awarded the College and the Small Business Development Center a $225,000 grant to provide programming and community resources to expand the regional economy and partner with government, nonprofit, and private sector resources for innovation, entrepreneurship, and career exploration. Learn more here.

The Daily Record Readers Vote Harford One of Maryland’s Best Community Colleges

Harford was named one of the top three in the "Best Community Colleges" category out of Maryland’s 16 community colleges in The Daily Record’s 2020 Reader Rankings, landing between the Community College of Baltimore County and Howard Community College. The publication received more than 20,500 votes during their open voting period. Read the full story here.

Members of Harford’s baseball team came out to support the Miracle League of Harford County and the Harford Center at the Miracle League Field in Schucks Park. More than a dozen Fighting Owls student-athletes and coaches assisted with the game. “I’m proud of our guys and their willingness to assist great organizations like Miracle League and the Harford Center,” said head coach Josh Houser. “My team and I are always ready to lend a hand to the Harford County community.” For the full story and photos, click here.

Open Nominations for the ATHENA Leadership Award

The Harford Community College Foundation is honored once again to host the 2021 ATHENA Leadership Award Breakfast. The ATHENA Leadership Award and ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award are presented to individuals who have achieved the highest level of professional excellence, contributed time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community, and actively assisted others in reaching their full leadership potential. Submit an application here or visit harford.edu/ATHENA for more details.

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