Articles by: Sarah Comiskey
Haverhill resident Andrew Venditti has been selected as the 2022 recipient of the Northern Essex Community College Outstanding Student Award, an honor granted to one graduating student each year who has demonstrated an exceptional commitment …
Andrew Cahlay ’19 enrolled at NECC in high school to get a head start on his college career. Now he is headed to Cornell University — and he credits NECC with paving the way there.
Genesis Garcia holds a rewarding career in music publicity — and credits NECC with helping her find her start.
This biology graduate is pursuing her dreams of becoming a nurse practitioner thanks to the the support and success she found at NECC.
Stephen O’Meara ’17 credits his NECC internship program experience with helping to launch his career as a network engineer.
Dr. Brenda Bond-Fortier says that her experience as a first-generation college student helped inform her career and professional approach.
Brian Mohika ’06 has been named the recipient of the 2021 Outstanding Alumni Award.
Salem, MA resident Mabel Covarrubias-Doucette is the 2020 Outstanding Alumni Award recipient.
Alumna Aja Nicholson shares her career journey and memories of NECC.
Adam Masse ’09 shares details on his career journey and memories of NECC.
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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 »
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… 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… 
