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NECC Health Students are Administering Vaccines in Lawrence
When the city of Lawrence was in need of staff for its vaccine clinics, Northern Essex Community College answered the call. Since March 11, 35…
When the city of Lawrence was in need of staff for its vaccine clinics, Northern Essex Community College answered the call. Since March 11, 35…
NECC Announces Plans for Fall
Based on feedback from students and faculty, Northern Essex Community College will expand its course options this fall, offering more opportunities for virtual and on-campus face-time between students and their professors. In the fall of 2021, students will have four…
Based on feedback from students and faculty, Northern Essex Community College will expand its course options this fall, offering more opportunities for virtual and on-campus face-time between students and their professors. In the fall of 2021, students will have four…
Lawrence Education Leader and Activist Joins NECC Board of Trustees
Glennys Sanchez of Lawrence, a Northern Essex graduate, community activist, and leader in K-16 education and research, has been appointed…
NECC Grad Receives National Community College Alumni Award
Helen Ubiñas is an award-winning columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer and the Philadelphia Daily News and a 1991 graduate of Northern Essex Community College’s Journalism/Communications Program. On April 13, she will be recognized as one of the top three community…
Helen Ubiñas is an award-winning columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer and the Philadelphia Daily News and a 1991 graduate of Northern Essex Community College’s Journalism/Communications Program. On April 13, she will be recognized as one of the top three community…
Getting a Head Start on College: Northern Essex Partners with Local High Schools
Julia McLaughlin, a 2016 graduate of Haverhill High School, earned a bachelor’s degree in…
Julia McLaughlin, a 2016 graduate of Haverhill High School, earned a bachelor’s degree in…
Good News for NECC Health Care Programs
Northern Essex Community College is expanding its health care programs, thanks to a $400,000 grant which the college recently…
Northern Essex Community College is expanding its health care programs, thanks to a $400,000 grant which the college recently…
These Recent High School Grads Changed College Plans as a Result of the Pandemic
Amesbury High School 2020 graduate Kaylin Francoeur was all set to attend a four-year private college this fall, but,…
Amesbury High School 2020 graduate Kaylin Francoeur was all set to attend a four-year private college this fall, but,…
NECC Selected to Partner with the US Navy
Northern Essex Community College (Haverhill and Lawrence, MA) has been selected as one of 119 community colleges throughout the country to partner…
Northern Essex Community College (Haverhill and Lawrence, MA) has been selected as one of 119 community colleges throughout the country to partner…
NECC Expands Career Search Opportunities for Students and Alumni
In July, Northern Essex became the first community college in Massachusetts to adopt Handshake, a career network that is comprised of 500,000…
In July, Northern Essex became the first community college in Massachusetts to adopt Handshake, a career network that is comprised of 500,000…
NECC Welcomes New Director of Corporate & Community Education
Northern Essex Community College’s new Director of Corporate and Community Education, Alex Rodriguez of Melrose, Massachusetts, has experience as a business professor, economic development strategist,…
Northern Essex Community College’s new Director of Corporate and Community Education, Alex Rodriguez of Melrose, Massachusetts, has experience as a business professor, economic development strategist,… 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… 
