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Two 2025 Graduates Named to PTK All-Massachusetts Academic Team
May 13, 2025 – 9:17 am
Two 2025 Graduates Named to PTK All-Massachusetts Academic Team Boston, MA (May 9, 2025) — The Massachusetts Association of Community Colleges recognizes two Northern Essex Community College students for outstanding academic achievement and exemplary student service. They selected Nayeli Almanzar-Lizardo and Daniela Valdivia-Terres for the 2025 Phi Theta Kappa…
Two New Trustees Join the NECC Board
May 1, 2025 – 3:47 pm
Two New Trustees Join the NECC Board Haverhill, MA (May 1, 2025) — The Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees is pleased to welcome two new members. Governor Maura Healey has appointed Zoila Gomez and Juan Yepez to five-year terms. Local immigration…
Students Inducted into Alpha Beta Gamma National Business Honor Society
April 28, 2025 – 4:02 pm
Students Inducted into Alpha Beta Gamma National Business Honor Society Haverhill, MA (April 23, 2025) — Northern Essex Community College business students were recognized for academic excellence and leadership at the 38th annual induction and awards ceremony of the Beta Omicron Chapter of Alpha Beta Gamma. ABG is an international…
2025 Student Commencement Speaker Found NECC on his Journey Back to Health 
April 28, 2025 – 10:15 am
2025 Student Commencement Speaker Found NECC on his Journey Back to Health  College wasn't always part of the plan for Michael McDougal of Haverhill. Despite being smart and naturally curious, the rigors of high school didn’t suit his learning style. At 16 years old, he dropped out, opting instead to get his…
Alumni Q&A: Meet Katie Cook
April 24, 2025 – 4:49 pm
Alumni Q&A: Meet Katie Cook Occupation: President and CEO of the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce What initially inspired you to attend NECC? Where were you on your professional/personal journey prior to enrolling? Right after high school,…
Two New Staffers Join President’s Office
April 24, 2025 – 12:12 pm
Two New Staffers Join President’s Office Northern Essex Community College is proud to welcome two new staff members to roles within the President’s Office. Jennifer Ball will start on May 12 as the new Chief of Staff. Philip DeCologero will step into the newly created Director…
NECC V.P. González de Jesús Appears on National Broadcast
April 18, 2025 – 3:56 pm
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 Mañana” Friday morning to join…
New Partnership Offers 24/7 Mental Health Care Access for Students
April 18, 2025 – 1:44 pm
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 TimelyCare app to log on…
The New York Times: Harvard’s Stand Against Trump Is Helping It Raise More Money
April 18, 2025 – 10:10 am
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 to help poorer colleges. His…
Additional State Funding to Support Free Health Care Training Programs
April 18, 2025 – 10:06 am
Additional State Funding to Support Free Health Care Training Programs Boston, MA (April 16, 2025) – The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced today that $9.7 million has been awarded through the Community College Nursing Grant to expand workforce training in critical health care professions across Massachusetts. This funding will support noncredit Certified…

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