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Student Journalists Win Awards for NECC Observer

Student Journalists Win Awards for NECC Observer

Portland, ME (March 29, 2025) – Northern Essex Community College student journalists from the NECC Observer recently won awards from The New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) in the college division of the Better...

NECC Welcomes New Veteran and Military Services Coordinator

NECC Welcomes New Veteran and Military Services Coordinator

Northern Essex Community College is proud to welcome Alfred (Fred) Denesowicz ’98 as the college’s new Veteran and Military Services Coordinator. A dedicated advocate for veterans and military-affiliated students, Denesowicz brings a wealth of experience...

Northern Essex Projects Win Four National Marketing Awards

Northern Essex Projects Win Four National Marketing Awards

New Orleans, LA (March 28, 2025) – Four Northern Essex Community College projects were honored recently with Paragon Awards from the National Council of Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR). NECC’s Executive Director of Marketing, Keith...

April is Earth Month! 🌎

Apr. 10, 2025

Lawrence Campus Tour and Information Session

Visit us on the for an information session and a tour led by one of our admission counselors.

Apr. 22, 2025

Free Community College Info Session - Online

Learn how NECC is now free to eligible Massachusetts residents!

Apr. 23, 2025

Lawrence Campus Tour and Information Session

Visit us on the for an information session and a tour led by one of our admission counselors.

NECC Spotlight

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United We Thrive

NECC alumni celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
NECC Business Solutions

NECC Business Solutions

From workforce education to a variety of resources, NECC can help grow your business.

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Northern Essex Students, Faculty, and Staff

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Elijah Antunes, SGA President 2023-2024

“Student government is an organization where you can get your voice heard. Students should be motivated and inspired. If they are interested in making a change, I encourage them to get involved and be disciplined. That’s what’s going to make the world a better place.” Meet Elijah
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Brian MacKenna-Rice & Lisa Fabbri-Lopez

“We work out in the field. And we learn that anybody can talk about this, but this is about behavior and what are you doing about it?” reflects MacKenna-Rice. “Let’s not just pretend it’s a philosophy book. Let’s understand it’s about life and human beings.” Meet Lisa & Brian
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Nayeli Almanzar-Lizardo

“I see a version of myself in each of my students; they inspire me every day. I remind them that everything works itself out in the end. I can’t imagine where else I’d be.” Meet Nayeli
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