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New Coaches Join Athletic Staff
Two new head coaches have joined the Northern Essex Community College athletic program. Hilary Glynn will take the reins of the women’s…
Two new head coaches have joined the Northern Essex Community College athletic program. Hilary Glynn will take the reins of the women’s…
NECC Welcomes New VP of Institutional Advancement
A Lowell native with two decades of experience in higher education marketing, fundraising, and alumni relations has been selected as the new vice president of institutional advancement at…
A Lowell native with two decades of experience in higher education marketing, fundraising, and alumni relations has been selected as the new vice president of institutional advancement at…
Three Honored for Work at NECC
Three Northern Essex Community College employees, Kyle White of Groveland, Elizabeth “ Lizzie” Casanave of…
Three Northern Essex Community College employees, Kyle White of Groveland, Elizabeth “ Lizzie” Casanave of…
She Knows Where the Computer Jobs Are
While other children were playing with toys, a young Adrianna Holden-Gouveia was playing with technology. Decades later, she is still playing with…
While other children were playing with toys, a young Adrianna Holden-Gouveia was playing with technology. Decades later, she is still playing with…
Four Receive Emeritus Honor at NECC
Four Northern Essex Community College retirees, Jane Gagliardi of Gloucester, Joe LeBlanc of Haverhill, Karen Blanchard Mitchell of Bow, NH, and Charlene Kennedy of Richmond, NH,…
Four Northern Essex Community College retirees, Jane Gagliardi of Gloucester, Joe LeBlanc of Haverhill, Karen Blanchard Mitchell of Bow, NH, and Charlene Kennedy of Richmond, NH,…
From Chocolate to Chemistry, He has the Answers
Whether he is extolling the virtues of dark chocolate, planning a weekend board game…
Whether he is extolling the virtues of dark chocolate, planning a weekend board game…
Medical Assistants are in High Demand
A medical assisting certificate can lead to an in-demand job…
A medical assisting certificate can lead to an in-demand job…
He Makes Public Speaking Fun
As a professional comedian, Dave Rattigan can’t help but interject a bit of fun into his interpersonal communications and…
As a professional comedian, Dave Rattigan can’t help but interject a bit of fun into his interpersonal communications and…
Profile: Michael Penta
Community college changed Michael Penta’s life. Now, as a community college professor, he hopes to change his students’ lives. Before community college, Penta, a self-described “geeky” educator, cycled through…
Community college changed Michael Penta’s life. Now, as a community college professor, he hopes to change his students’ lives. Before community college, Penta, a self-described “geeky” educator, cycled through…
Art is this Professor’s Way of Life
Marc Mannheimer descends from a family of artists and while paint may not run through his veins, it has certainly colored his life and by extension…
Marc Mannheimer descends from a family of artists and while paint may not run through his veins, it has certainly colored his life and by extension… 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… 
