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El Hefni Building Goes Hollywood
What started out as a small, independent film is now likely heading for a major national release. “Sorry, Baby” was shot partially on the Northern Essex Community College Lawrence Campus in the winter of 2024....
Here to Help: Familiar Faces Greet Students on the Lawrence Campus
This story originally appeared in the fall 2024 edition of alumnecc, the alumni magazine of Northern Essex Community College. 45,000. That’s how many hours- give or take- the women behind the Welcome Express desk on...
NECC Celebrates Black History Month
Since 1976, February has been a global celebration of Black History Month. At Northern Essex Community College, students and faculty are devoting time to celebrating the achievements and contributions of Black Americans throughout history. They...
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