The “Student Announcements” page is designed to keep you informed about the latest news and updates relevant to your academic life while at Northern Essex Community College. Here, you’ll find important information about deadlines, campus, and other essential updates from various departments. Please bookmark this page – regularly checking this page will help you stay connected and make the most of your educational experience.
Latest Announcements
$7.00 Wednesday Weekly Specials are Back in the Perfect Blend Cafe
$7.00 Wednesday Weekly Specials are back in the Perfect Blend Cafe! The Perfect Blend Cafe offers breakfast sandwiches, paninis, pizza, hot pretzels, tater tots, chicken nuggets, grilled hot dogs, chili, soups, snacks, smoothies, coffee, and soft drinks. The Cafe is on the first floor of the Spurk building and open Monday – Thursday 7:30 am-…
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There’s Always Time for TimelyCare
NECC 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 TimelyCare app to access care. Learn more
Print ViewKnow your Rights (KYR) with Susan Church, October 1 Presentation
An invitation to the NECC community to a Know Your Rights (KYR) presentation designed specifically for our immigrant and refugee community members during this time of increased immigration policy enforcement in Massachusetts. This KYR session will be hosted by Susan Church, Esq., Chief Operating Officer of the Commonwealth’s Office for Refugees and Immigrants (ORI) and a former immigration…
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The Commons – Your Space to Learn, Connect, and Thrive!
The Commons is student gathering space designed to help you connect, recharge, and thrive. Whether you’re looking for a quiet corner to study, a comfy spot to relax between classes, or a place to meet new people, you’ll find it at The Commons on the Haverhill and Lawrence campuses! The Haverhill Commons The Haverhill…
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NECC is Moving to Brightspace!
Beginning Fall 2025, NECC will start transitioning from Blackboard to Brightspace, our new learning management system (LMS). During this time, some of your courses will still be in Blackboard and others will be in Brightspace. Your professors will let you know if they are using Brightspace this fall. Brightspace is part of NECC’s journey to…
Print ViewLawrence Campus Store Popup – September 10th
We have confirmed that the Campus Store will have a pop up at 45 Franklin St on Sept 10th from 12 PM to 6 PM in the Atrium. Students can purchase course materials needed for class, as well as spirit gear. Financial Aid will be accepted for qualifying items. Please note – this is not…
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Haverhill Campus Store Adjusted Hours for Thursday, August 28
The Campus Store on the Haverhill Campus will be open Thursday, August 28, from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM, replacing the previously scheduled hours of 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you.
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Bookstore Update: In-Store Purchases Required for Course Materials with a Voucher
All non-textbook course materials purchased using a financial aid voucher must be done in-store for the Fall 2025 semester. This applies only to course materials being bought with a voucher. This update does not apply to textbooks. Textbooks will continue to be available online only, whether you are using a financial aid voucher or not.…
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The Academic Advising Center (AAC) is offering virtual drop-in hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays
The Academic Advising Center (AAC) is offering virtual drop-in hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Virtual drop-in hours are ideal for briefly discussing academic needs, questions, or concerns in 15 minutes. Virtual drop-in advising services include the following: Schedule adjustments – adding, dropping/withdrawing, or changing individual course. Clarifications of academic…
Print ViewThe Fall Financial Aid C.O.R.E. Scholarship Application Opening July 21st
The Fall Financial Aid C.O.R.E. Scholarship application will be available online from July 21st until August 22nd. If a student is in a summer course, final decisions will be sent out once summer grades have been posted. Please be aware the application may close early depending on the availability of funding for the semester.
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Fall 2025 Bookstore Update
Starting July 1, 2025, NECC will transition to a fully online textbook provider: eCampus. You can begin ordering your Fall 2025 textbook materials using our new Online Bookstore. The Haverhill campus store will close at the end of the day on July 18 and reopen on July 29 under a new name: NECC Campus Store,…
Print ViewShare Your Feedback: Summer Course and Faculty Evaluations
Dear Students, As Summer Session I draws to a close, we kindly remind you to complete your course and faculty evaluations. Your feedback is crucial in helping us enhance the quality of our courses. To participate, simply follow the pop-up notification on Blackboard. If you need any assistance or have questions, feel free to contact…
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June 2025 – Lawrence Campus Moves & Relocations
The following areas have been relocated from 45 Franklin Street to the El Hefni building: Welcome Express: Located in the window bays at the entrance of the El Hefni building, serving as the initial point of contact for student inquiries. Financial Aid: Situated inside Room 129 in cubicles, providing assistance with financial queries and support.…
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June + July 2025 Police Academy Training Sessions: Important Dates and Details
We would like to inform you about the upcoming Police Academy training sessions that will take place on campus. Below are the dates and details for each training program. Building Searches/Active Shooter This training will be held in the Spurk Building. It will involve dynamic exercises, including searching hallways and classrooms, and the use of…
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Use NECC Bookstore Gift Cards by July 21st
Big changes are coming to the NECC Bookstore! We want to ensure you’re fully informed and prepared for a smooth transition as we switch to a new bookstore vendor. Previously, NECC had announced that the bookstore will be transitioning from Follett to our new partner, USG/eCampus, after July 21st. Crucial Deadline: Redeem Follett Gift Cards…
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College-wide AI Survey (March 2025) – Results
Northern Essex Community College (NECC) established an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Task Force in Fall 2024 to address the growing impact of artificial intelligence on higher education. The Task Force includes faculty and staff from various departments across the college. The Task Force conducted two surveys: one for currently enrolled students and one for faculty and…
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Are You Interested in a Career with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Join NECC Veterans & Military Services and NECC Career Services for a discussion with representatives from the Executive Office of Veterans Services to learn how to successfully navigate the state’s MassCareers job site. We will cover: How to find MassCareers on the mass.gov website How to complete your profile How to search for jobs and…
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Coming Fall 2025: New Online Bookstore & Campus Store Partner
Hello NECC Community, Beginning Fall 2025, your college or university will transition from Follett to a modern two‑partner course materials and retail campus store solution: eCampus.com – 24/7 online bookstore for all textbook (print and digital) and course material ordering University Gear Shop (UGS) – on‑campus retail store and course materials pickup center Why the…
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Police Academy Announces May Training Dates
Police Academy Announces May Training Dates For community awareness, the NECC Police Academy will be conducting scenario training on campus in May. You may see police vehicles and training personnel on the Haverhill campus. Most training will be held within the NECC Police Academy, located in the lower level of the B and E buildings…
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New 24/7 Mental Health Care Option 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. Learn More Print View
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New Step for Registration – Student Financial Responsibility Agreement
Hi Students, We hope you’re doing well! We want to let you know about an important new step in the registration process for this fall. Beginning with Fall 2025 registration, all students must complete a Student Financial Responsibility Agreement (SFRA) before you can register for classes. This quick agreement outlines your financial responsibilities as a…
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Please Complete Your Evaluations
NECC STUDENTS … Please complete your course and faculty evaluations on Blackboard (just follow the pop-up notification). Your feedback helps make our courses even better! Need help? Email us at evalsupport@necc.mass.edu
Print ViewSummer Financial Aid C.O.R.E. Scholarship Application Opens April 7
The Summer Financial Aid C.O.R.E. Scholarship application will be available online from April 7th until May 9th. Be aware that the application may close early depending on available funding for the semester! Learn more
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Scholarship Application is Open
The 2025-2026 General Scholarship application is available online at the NECC Scholarship Portal until May 16, 2025. Over 42 scholarship opportunities are available for the upcoming Fall 2025 semester. APPLY TODAY
Print ViewPolice Academy Announces April Training Dates
For community awareness, the NECC Police Academy will be conducting scenario training on campus in April. You may see police vehicles and training personnel on the Haverhill campus. Most training will be held within the NECC Police Academy, located in the lower level of the B and E buildings on the Haverhill campus. Some training…
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