Board of Trustees March 2025 Update Haverhill, MA (March 5, 2025) – The Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees convened for its March meeting on Wednesday, March 5, on the Haverhill Campus. Topics included the results of a change in placement testing for students, how…

NECC Culinary Students to Prepare Friday Lunches at BOSA Haverhill, MA (March 14, 2025)– On Friday, March 28th, BOSA Coastal Italian in Downtown Haverhill launches their “Rising Stars” lunch program in partnership with Northern Essex Community College.  As part of a hands-on learning experience, students from the NECC culinary…

Knights Rally in Closing Minute to Secure 3rd Straight Regional Title Warwick, RI (March 2, 2025) – The Northern Essex Community College men’s basketball team led Sunday afternoon’s regional championship game for a total of 36 seconds,…

Merrimack College & NECC Sign Joint Admissions and Transfer Partnership Agreement Haverhill, MA (February 24, 2025) – A new joint admissions agreement between Northern Essex Community College and Merrimack College will provide NECC students with more seamless pathways to continue their education after graduating with their associate degrees. Under the agreement,…

NECC to Hold Third Annual Impact Awards Haverhill, MA (February 13, 2025) – Northern Essex Community College is proud to recognize those who have made lasting contributions to the college and its students with the third annual Impact Awards. The following outstanding community members will be honored…

Board of Trustees February 2025 Update Haverhill, MA (February 5, 2025) – The Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees gathered for its first meeting of 2025 on the Haverhill Campus earlier this month. The meeting included details of a new partnership that will benefit students,…

El Hefni Building Goes Hollywood What started out as a small, independent film is now likely heading for a major national release. "Sorry, Baby" was shot partially on the Northern…

Training the Trainers: NECC Police Academy Instructors Equipped with “Gold Standard” Response Curriculum Content note: this story includes brief descriptions and photos of simulated active shooter events.  It's a situation no one hopes to face: an attacker is targeting or among a group of people. And yet, it's a reality for thousands of…

Board of Trustees December 2024 Update The Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees gathered for its last meeting of the calendar year on December 11 on the Lawrence Campus. The agenda included an update on the college's finances, details of the next steps in exploring…

NECC MassReconnect Student Highlighted by MA Senate President Boston, MA (January 1, 2025) – As the Massachusetts State Senate convened for its 194th legislative session, Northern Essex Community College student Jose Cervantes was among those in the gallery. He and his daughter attended at the invitation of Senator…