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NECC Early College Students Honored
Haverhill, MA (May 15, 2025) – More than 460 graduating seniors from 21 local high schools earned college credits in addition to their high school diplomas this year as participants in Northern Essex Community College’s Early College Program. The students…
Haverhill, MA (May 15, 2025) – More than 460 graduating seniors from 21 local high schools earned college credits in addition to their high school diplomas this year as participants in Northern Essex Community College’s Early College Program. The students…
From NECC to the Ivy League
Good grades didn’t always come easily for Victor Van, ’25 of Haverhill. As a student at Central Catholic High School in Lawrence, an undiagnosed sleep disorder made concentrating in the classroom nearly impossible. “I used to go to classes every…
Good grades didn’t always come easily for Victor Van, ’25 of Haverhill. As a student at Central Catholic High School in Lawrence, an undiagnosed sleep disorder made concentrating in the classroom nearly impossible. “I used to go to classes every…
Northern Essex Celebrates Class of 2025
Haverhill, MA (May 17, 2025) — Northern Essex Community College celebrated the class of 2025 with its 63rd annual Commencement ceremony on the Haverhill Campus. More than 800 students earned certificates or degrees this past academic year. Approximately 400 students…
Haverhill, MA (May 17, 2025) — Northern Essex Community College celebrated the class of 2025 with its 63rd annual Commencement ceremony on the Haverhill Campus. More than 800 students earned certificates or degrees this past academic year. Approximately 400 students…
Students Honored at 2025 Awards Convocation
Graduating Northern Essex Community College students were honored for their achievements inside and outside the classroom at this year’s annual Awards Convocation. The May 12th ceremony was held in the Northern Essex Sport and Fitness Center on the Haverhill Campus.…
Graduating Northern Essex Community College students were honored for their achievements inside and outside the classroom at this year’s annual Awards Convocation. The May 12th ceremony was held in the Northern Essex Sport and Fitness Center on the Haverhill Campus.…
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…
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…
NECC Announces Plans for 2025 Commencement
Haverhill, MA (March 11, 2025)– Planning for the 63rd annual Commencement Ceremony at Northern Essex Community College is underway. The event will be held on the Haverhill Campus on Saturday, May 17, at 11 a.m. More than 500 students and…
Haverhill, MA (March 11, 2025)– Planning for the 63rd annual Commencement Ceremony at Northern Essex Community College is underway. The event will be held on the Haverhill Campus on Saturday, May 17, at 11 a.m. More than 500 students and… Past articles by year
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Lawrence City Council Honors Top 2025 Graduate
Lawrence, MA (July 2, 2025) — The Lawrence City Council kicked off its July meeting by recognizing the city's top graduates. Those recognized included Pedro Rodriguez, a 2025 graduate of Northern Essex Community College. “Does Pedro look familiar to anybody?”… Faculty & Staff »
Linda Giampa and Academic Coaching Honored with Hometown Hero Award
Haverhill, MA (May 13, 2025) – Wellpoint, a health benefits company in Massachusetts, proudly recognized Linda Giampa, head of the Northern Essex Community College Academic Coaching program, professor, and president of the Northern Essex MCCC union chapter, as a “Hometown… Campus & Community »
NECC Presents Eighth Annual Golf Tournament
Haverhill, MA (July 16, 2025) – Northern Essex Community College is warming up for its eighth annual golf tournament. The August 25th event at the Renaissance Golf Club in Haverhill supports the NECC Athletic Program. The tournament will feature morning… Programs »
Northern Essex Ranked Top NJCAA Athletic Program in New England
The National Alliance of Two-Year College Athletic Administrators (NATYCAA) announced the final results for the 2024-25 academic year of the Ron Case Cup presented by Daktronics (formerly known as the Daktronics Cup). The Northern Essex Community College athletics program ranked… Events »
Center for Adult Education End-of-Year Celebration
On Thursday, June 26, the Northern Essex community gathered to celebrate the Center for Adult Education’s Class of 2025 in a moving and joyful ceremony. The event recognized 24 High School Equivalency (HSE) graduates, 6 HiSET Subtest passers, ESOL program… 
