Articles by: Melissa Bouse
Haverhill, MA (August 19, 2024) – More than a year after it initially touched down, Northern Essex Community College Theater’s production of “Hurricane Diane” is still going strong. The multi-national award-winning show will be performed …
Attending a community college such as Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill and Lawrence is now tuition- and fee-free for Massachusetts residents under the newly-created MassEducate program.
Roniel Jimenez is about to begin his first full semester of college at Northern Essex Community College. But he’s no stranger to the school. While at Lawrence High School, Jimenez participated in Early College, taking …
The annual NECC Golf Tournament to benefit the 12 athletic programs at the school is being held on Monday, August 26 at Renaissance Golf Club in Haverhill.
This past fall, a group of employees from CNA Stores enrolled in a Supervisory Skills course through the Center for Corporate and Community Education (CCCE) at Northern Essex Community College. As the course description states, …
Haverhill, MA (July 29, 2024) – In signing the Massachusetts FY25 State Budget today, Governor Maura Healey made another historic investment in higher education. Community college is now tuition and fee-free for Massachusetts residents who …
Like many people, Josh Buffum, 23, of Haverhill, was on a different life trajectory before the pandemic. Although he studied plumbing at Whittier Tech, he found that working in that field wasn’t his true passion.
The new MassReconnect program, which encourages students 25 and up to complete their degrees for free, is credited with increasing community college enrollment. One local student taking part tells WHAV about how going back to …
Boston, MA (July 24, 2024) – A new report from the MassInc Policy Center examines the effects of English proficiency in the state’s Gateway Cities. Northern Essex Community College President Lane Glenn and Vice President …
Born and raised in Ghana, 36-year-old Haverhill resident Hikma Tunteiya Mohammed may be a long way from home but says she feels like she is exactly where she is meant to be. The General Studies: …
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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… Faculty & Staff »
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… Campus & Community »
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… Programs »
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… Events »
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… 
