Home » Archive by Category
Past articles by year
Articles in: Campus & Community
“Hurricane Diane” Set to Land at Firehouse Center for the Arts
Haverhill, MA (August 19, 2024) – More than a year after it initially touched down, Northern Essex Community College Theater’s production of "Hurricane Diane" is still going strong. The multi-national award-winning show will be performed at Newburyport’s Firehouse Center for…
Haverhill, MA (August 19, 2024) – More than a year after it initially touched down, Northern Essex Community College Theater’s production of "Hurricane Diane" is still going strong. The multi-national award-winning show will be performed at Newburyport’s Firehouse Center for…
Free Community College is Here
Haverhill, MA (July 29, 2024) – In signing the Massachusetts FY25 State Budget today, Governor Maura Healey made another historic investment in higher education. Community college is now tuition and fee-free for Massachusetts residents who don't have a bachelor's degree…
Haverhill, MA (July 29, 2024) – In signing the Massachusetts FY25 State Budget today, Governor Maura Healey made another historic investment in higher education. Community college is now tuition and fee-free for Massachusetts residents who don't have a bachelor's degree…
Dr. Noemi Custodia-Lora Addresses Expanding ESOL Services in MA
Boston, MA (July 24, 2024) – A new report from the MassInc Policy Center examines the effects of English proficiency in the state's Gateway Cities. Northern Essex Community College President Lane Glenn and Vice President of the Lawrence Campus and…
Boston, MA (July 24, 2024) – A new report from the MassInc Policy Center examines the effects of English proficiency in the state's Gateway Cities. Northern Essex Community College President Lane Glenn and Vice President of the Lawrence Campus and…
Four New Members Join NECC Foundation Board
July 11, 2024 (Haverhill, MA) – The Northern Essex Community College Foundation Board is pleased to welcome four new members. John Burcke of Portsmouth, NH is the President and Chief Lending Officer at Newburyport Bank. He has partnered…
July 11, 2024 (Haverhill, MA) – The Northern Essex Community College Foundation Board is pleased to welcome four new members. John Burcke of Portsmouth, NH is the President and Chief Lending Officer at Newburyport Bank. He has partnered…
Photo Round-Up: Center for Adult Education Celebration
On June 12th, 2024, the Northern Essex Community College Center for Adult Education (CAE) held its annual Graduation & End-Of-Year Celebration, marking a significant milestone for students and honoring their hard work and perseverance. The event celebrated 150 students, which…
On June 12th, 2024, the Northern Essex Community College Center for Adult Education (CAE) held its annual Graduation & End-Of-Year Celebration, marking a significant milestone for students and honoring their hard work and perseverance. The event celebrated 150 students, which…
Northern Essex Athletics Finishes at Program Best 22nd in National Ranking
Haverhill, MA (June 25, 2024) – For the second consecutive season, the Northern Essex Community College Athletic Department has recorded a top 30 finish in the NATYCAA/Daktronics Cup standings announced last month at the annual NACDA Convention in Las Vegas,…
Haverhill, MA (June 25, 2024) – For the second consecutive season, the Northern Essex Community College Athletic Department has recorded a top 30 finish in the NATYCAA/Daktronics Cup standings announced last month at the annual NACDA Convention in Las Vegas,…
Home court advantage: A playbook for investing in athletics at community colleges
This viewpoint originally appeared in CC Daily on June 20, 2024. Written by Lane Glenn and Mike McCarthy. When the #3 nationally ranked Northern Essex Community College (NECC) men’s basketball team hosted the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region 21…
This viewpoint originally appeared in CC Daily on June 20, 2024. Written by Lane Glenn and Mike McCarthy. When the #3 nationally ranked Northern Essex Community College (NECC) men’s basketball team hosted the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region 21…
Board of Trustees June 2024 Update
Haverhill, MA (June 5, 2024) – Each meeting of the Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees typically starts with the introduction of new employees. At the June meeting, that included Winnie, the college’s comfort dog-in-training. Winnie, along with her…
Haverhill, MA (June 5, 2024) – Each meeting of the Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees typically starts with the introduction of new employees. At the June meeting, that included Winnie, the college’s comfort dog-in-training. Winnie, along with her…
‘Encounter the Real’ Photography Exhibit Coming to the Lawrence Campus
Lawrence, MA (June 6, 2024) – Seven local artists are coming together to create a powerful new photography exhibit called Encounter the Real - Emotive Reflections. It will be displayed in Louise Haffner Fournier Education Center on Northern Essex Community…
Lawrence, MA (June 6, 2024) – Seven local artists are coming together to create a powerful new photography exhibit called Encounter the Real - Emotive Reflections. It will be displayed in Louise Haffner Fournier Education Center on Northern Essex Community…
Summer Classes Going to the Dogs
Haverhill, MA (June 4, 2024) – Northern Essex Community College's comfort dog Winnie got a glimpse into her future on Tuesday. She was joined on the Haverhill Campus by comfort dogs from eight law enforcement agencies for a meet and…
Haverhill, MA (June 4, 2024) – Northern Essex Community College's comfort dog Winnie got a glimpse into her future on Tuesday. She was joined on the Haverhill Campus by comfort dogs from eight law enforcement agencies for a meet and… Past articles by year
Newsroom Search
Subscribe to NECC Now
Sign up to receive NECC Now, our bi-weekly e-newsletter. You'll learn about upcoming events and get the latest news about the college.
Subscribe Now
Students & Alumni »
NECC Student Literary Magazine Parnassus Wins National Award
Haverhill, MA (November 13, 2024) - The Associated Collegiate Press (ACP) is recognizing Northern Essex Community College’s student literary magazine, Parnassus, with a national Pacemaker Award. This makes Parnassus one of the top student collegiate magazines in the country, as this… Faculty & Staff »
Marketing Communications Department Strikes Gold
Baltimore, MD (October 28, 2024)—The Northern Essex Community College Marketing-Communications Department is adding new hardware to its shelves. The National Council of Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) District 1 Conference just wrapped up in Baltimore, Maryland. There, NECC received seven… Campus & Community »
Veterans Honored with Ceremony
Haverhill, MA (November 7, 2024) – Uncharacteristically warm weather provided a perfect backdrop as Northern Essex Community College faculty, staff, and students gathered on the Haverhill Campus to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the nation's veterans. The college's Veterans… Programs »
NECC’s First Open Textbook Used by International Institutions
Haverhill, MA (November 4, 2024) – Northern Essex Community College is celebrating the results of a three-year, Federal grant that allowed faculty to develop free, openly licensed course materials, known as OER. NECC faculty developed five digital textbooks through the… Events »
#WeekAtNECC: Fall Photo Project
This past spring, we (the Marketing Communications department) embarked on an ambitious photo project to showcase what makes NECC so special- YOU! Over the course of a week, we asked students, faculty, and staff to submit photos of a day… 
