Handshake, NECC’s new online career services network, is helping students and alumni connect with jobs.

“I’m not sure if I had gone away to college that I would be where I am right now–owning a business and being able to teach music,” Alicia Catalano. ’21.

On the weekends, Scott Lancaster, NECC’s dean of health professions, pursues his passion for emergency medicine, working as a paramedic. In this Q&A, he shares his thoughts on the field, including its biggest challenges, common misconceptions, and the most rewarding aspects of the career.

There is funding available for both new and returning students. Find out if you’re eligible.

Recognizing that many college students suffer from anxiety and depression, Northern Essex Community College is working proactively to help identify these students and connect them with help.

Apply now through Sept. 3 for funding to help pay off student debt and cover educational expenses related to COVID-19 and to assist with educational costs for the summer and fall of 2021.

Announced by the White House and U.S. Department of Education earlier this month, the challenge is part of President Joe Biden’s goal to get 70% of U.S. adults vaccinated with at least a first dose by July 4.

Her experiences led her to become an English Professor and reaffirmed her life-long passion for words.

NECC is recruiting golfers and soliciting sponsors for its Fourth Annual Golf Tournament, which benefits the college’s 12 varsity athletic programs.

Thanks to the Lawrence Promise Program, Mariel Bloise was able to graduate with her associate degree and no debt.