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NECC V.P. González de Jesús Appears on National Broadcast

NECC V.P. González de Jesús Appears on National Broadcast

Support for international students at Northern Essex Community College was in the national spotlight today. Vice President of the Lawrence Campus and Community Relations, Dr. Naydeen González de Jesús, appeared on Univision’s “Voz de la...

New Partnership Offers 24/7 Mental Health Care Access for Students

New Partnership Offers 24/7 Mental Health Care Access for Students

Northern Essex Community College has partnered with virtual health and well-being provider TimelyCare to offer students round-the-clock access to mental health support. The service is free and confidential. Students can visit TimelyCare.com/necc or download the...

The New York Times: Harvard’s Stand Against Trump Is Helping It Raise More Money

The New York Times: Harvard’s Stand Against Trump Is Helping It Raise More Money

Even college leaders who have been critical of Harvard gave [the university] some qualified support this week. Lane Glenn, the president of Northern Essex Community College, has previously argued that the university should do more...

April is Community College Month 💙💛

Apr. 22, 2025

Info Session: Free Community College

Learn how NECC is now free to eligible Massachusetts residents!

Apr. 23, 2025

Campus Tour and Information Session

Visit us on the Lawrence campus for an information session and a tour led by one of our admission counselors.

Apr. 24, 2025

Cyber Savvy - Protecting Your Digital World

Part of the BIZTalks series.

NECC Spotlight

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United We Thrive

NECC alumni celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
NECC Business Solutions

NECC Business Solutions

From workforce education to a variety of resources, NECC can help grow your business.

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Elijah Antunes, SGA President 2023-2024

“Student government is an organization where you can get your voice heard. Students should be motivated and inspired. If they are interested in making a change, I encourage them to get involved and be disciplined. That’s what’s going to make the world a better place.” Meet Elijah
Brian MacKenna-Rice and Lisa Fabbri-Lopez, two faculty members at NECC

Brian MacKenna-Rice & Lisa Fabbri-Lopez

“We work out in the field. And we learn that anybody can talk about this, but this is about behavior and what are you doing about it?” reflects MacKenna-Rice. “Let’s not just pretend it’s a philosophy book. Let’s understand it’s about life and human beings.” Meet Lisa & Brian
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Nayeli Almanzar-Lizardo

“I see a version of myself in each of my students; they inspire me every day. I remind them that everything works itself out in the end. I can’t imagine where else I’d be.” Meet Nayeli
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