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At the Cutting Edge: One Alum’s Journey from Construction to AI
Growing up, Salisbury resident Joseph Robinson ’10 envisioned a future of building homes and digging for clams. Both were occupations that he had been engaged with from an early age, and both seemed…
Growing up, Salisbury resident Joseph Robinson ’10 envisioned a future of building homes and digging for clams. Both were occupations that he had been engaged with from an early age, and both seemed…
WHAV: UMass Lowell Receives Grant to Improve Collaboration; Extends Training to NECC
Supported by a three-year $483,324 grant from the Davis Educational Foundation, a new program at UMass Lowell will emphasize student engagement, encourage mentorship among faculty and students and improve cultural competency across the university.
Eagle-Tribune: UMass announces scholarships for top 10% of community college grads
The University of Massachusetts recently announced that the top 10% of the state’s future community college graduates will receive a minimum of $5,000 per year above federal and private financial aid if they enroll at one of the four nationally-ranked…
Eagle-Tribune: Dan Blair Named 2023 Sportsman of the Year
Our 2023 Eagle-Tribune Sportsman of the Year: Dan Blair ... The man who built the NECC powerhouse
Our 2023 Eagle-Tribune Sportsman of the Year: Dan Blair ... The man who built the NECC powerhouse
UMass Announces Scholarships for Top 10 Percent of Community College Graduates
BOSTON, MA – The University of Massachusetts today announced that the top 10 percent of the Commonwealth’s future community college graduates will receive a minimum of $5,000 per year above federal and private financial aid if they enroll at one…
Top Stories at Northern Essex in 2023
The year 2023 has been a momentous one, with historic investments from the state in higher education, faculty getting national recognition, students traveling around the globe and community partners showing up for Northern Essex Community College in meaningful ways. Celebrate…
Happy holidays from NECC!
Wishing you joyous holidays filled with laughter, warmth, and cherished moments. May this season bring you love, peace, and the company of those who matter most and may the New Year ahead be filled with prosperity and endless possibilities. Happy…
Wishing you joyous holidays filled with laughter, warmth, and cherished moments. May this season bring you love, peace, and the company of those who matter most and may the New Year ahead be filled with prosperity and endless possibilities. Happy…
Boston Globe: Help more students complete financial aid forms
FAFSA completion is tied to higher college attendance rates.
Boston Globe Editorial Featuring President Glenn: Help more students complete financial aid forms
This weekend, the Boston Globe published an editorial featuring Northern Essex Community College President Lane Glenn. Glenn, along with MA State Representative Andy Vargas (D) 3rd Essex District, Femi Stoltz, the Massachusetts Policy Director at uAspire, and others are advocating…
This weekend, the Boston Globe published an editorial featuring Northern Essex Community College President Lane Glenn. Glenn, along with MA State Representative Andy Vargas (D) 3rd Essex District, Femi Stoltz, the Massachusetts Policy Director at uAspire, and others are advocating…
Joint Admissions Agreement with Regis College Provides New Degree Pathways for NECC Students
Lawrence, MA (December 5, 2023) – A new joint admissions agreement between Northern Essex Community College and Regis College will enhance the transfer process between the two institutions. Upon acceptance to NECC, students who opt into joint admissions on their…
Lawrence, MA (December 5, 2023) – A new joint admissions agreement between Northern Essex Community College and Regis College will enhance the transfer process between the two institutions. Upon acceptance to NECC, students who opt into joint admissions on their… Past articles by year
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Northern Essex Student Honored as ’25-26 Newman Civic Fellow
Haverhill, MA (September 10, 2025) — Recent Northern Essex Community College Outstanding Graduating Student Awardee caitlin little has a new honor to add to her impressive resume. Thirty-eight students from 38 states, Washington, D.C., and Mexico make up this year's… Faculty & Staff »
Eighteen NECC Professors Transform Courses with AI and Open Educational Resources
Haverhill, MA (August 4, 2025) — Over the summer, 18 Northern Essex Community College faculty members have been working to expand student access to free, relevant textbooks and course materials. Those materials are known as Open Educational Resources (OER), and… Campus & Community »
Two New Members Join the NECC Board of Trustees
Haverhill, MA (September 8, 2025) — The Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees welcomed two new members at its September meeting, following Governor Maura Healey’s appointment of Dr. Zandra Kelley and the election of Melissa Horne. “We’re so excited… Programs »
Two Additional Programs Offered in Innovative CBE Model
Haverhill and Lawrence, MA (August 12, 2025) — Northern Essex Community College continues to be a leader in academic innovation with the addition of two more programs offered entirely in the Competency-Based Education model. CBE is an approach that focuses… Events »
NECC Theater Presents: All in the Timing
Haverhill, MA (September 3, 2025) — Northern Essex Community College and NECC Theater are proud to present this fall's production: All in the Timing. The show is a collection of one-act comedic plays by David Ives, known for its witty,… 
