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NECC Profile: Ginger Hurajt
Ginger Hurajt is a reader, often reading four books at once, and for nearly three decades she has prompted,…
Ginger Hurajt is a reader, often reading four books at once, and for nearly three decades she has prompted,…
NECC VP Receives Scholarship
Michael McCarthy, Northern Essex Community College’s vice president of administration and finance, recently received the David H. Lord Scholarship for Exemplary Community…
Michael McCarthy, Northern Essex Community College’s vice president of administration and finance, recently received the David H. Lord Scholarship for Exemplary Community…
New Assistant Vice President Tells Her Story
Dr. Jennifer Mezquita is as unapologetic about her academic title as she is about her dynamic personality. While the former was earned through…
Sabbatical Ends with Textbook
For nearly a decade, NECC Anthropology Professor Kristi Arford dreamed of a textbook that would engage her students. Frustrated when she couldn’t find one, she decided…
For nearly a decade, NECC Anthropology Professor Kristi Arford dreamed of a textbook that would engage her students. Frustrated when she couldn’t find one, she decided…
Three Honored for Work at NECC
Three Northern Essex Community College employees,…
Three Northern Essex Community College employees,…
NECC Chemistry Professor Publishes Debut Children’s Book
Try mixing the rhymes of Dr. Seuss and the enthusiasm of Bill Nye the Science Guy and you might have something that looks a…
Try mixing the rhymes of Dr. Seuss and the enthusiasm of Bill Nye the Science Guy and you might have something that looks a…
VP Selected for Presidential Leadership Academy
Dr. Noemi Custodia-Lora, of Haverhill, vice president of Lawrence campus & community relations at Northern Essex Community College, is one of 24 fellows selected…
A Career in Breathing
Jennifer Jackson-Stevens likes to tell her respiratory care students they make a difference in the world one breath at…
Jennifer Jackson-Stevens likes to tell her respiratory care students they make a difference in the world one breath at…
Demers Recognized for Developing Hybrid Course
Patricia Demers, an adjunct health care faculty member at Northern…
New Veterans Services Coordinator Named
When student-veterans walk into the Northern Essex Veterans Center they will be met by someone who is well-versed in veteran/military advising. While Kalyn Ryll, is…
When student-veterans walk into the Northern Essex Veterans Center they will be met by someone who is well-versed in veteran/military advising. While Kalyn Ryll, is… Past articles by year
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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… 
