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NECC Police Academy Doubles State Average for Female Student Officers
Each student officer who completes training at the Northern Essex Police Academy has plenty of reasons to be proud. They survived cadence runs in all kinds of weather, endured pepper spray, memorized codes, and passed dozens of tests in their…
Each student officer who completes training at the Northern Essex Police Academy has plenty of reasons to be proud. They survived cadence runs in all kinds of weather, endured pepper spray, memorized codes, and passed dozens of tests in their…
Natural Imagery Collides with the Fantastical in New ArtSpace Show
By Michelle Carter Haverhill, MA (February 27, 2023) – Northern Essex Community College is honored to present Denature, an exhibition of artworks by Carla Fisher Schwartz, Yuko Oda, Michelle Samour, and Nadya Volicer, curated by Associate Professor Michelle Carter. The…
By Michelle Carter Haverhill, MA (February 27, 2023) – Northern Essex Community College is honored to present Denature, an exhibition of artworks by Carla Fisher Schwartz, Yuko Oda, Michelle Samour, and Nadya Volicer, curated by Associate Professor Michelle Carter. The…
Free GED And HiSET Testing Available at NECC
Haverhill, MA (February 13, 2023)– The General Educational Development (GED) and High School Equivalency (HiSET) tests are now both free to Massachusetts residents, thanks to funding from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Both tests are available through the…
Haverhill, MA (February 13, 2023)– The General Educational Development (GED) and High School Equivalency (HiSET) tests are now both free to Massachusetts residents, thanks to funding from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Both tests are available through the…
Men’s Basketball Team Collection Drive for Earthquake Victims a Huge Success
Haverhill, MA (February 27, 2023) – The recent earthquake that has affected thousands of citizens of Turkey and Syria has hit home within the Northern Essex Community College men’s basketball team, as three members of the Knights call Turkey their…
Haverhill, MA (February 27, 2023) – The recent earthquake that has affected thousands of citizens of Turkey and Syria has hit home within the Northern Essex Community College men’s basketball team, as three members of the Knights call Turkey their…
February 2023 Board of Trustees Meeting Includes Approval of Four New Programs
Haverhill, MA (February 1, 2023) – Following a busy January amid the new legislative session, the Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees convened for their first meeting of 2023 on Wednesday evening. The agenda included presentations on efforts to…
Haverhill, MA (February 1, 2023) – Following a busy January amid the new legislative session, the Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees convened for their first meeting of 2023 on Wednesday evening. The agenda included presentations on efforts to…
Merrimack Valley Legislative Delegation Discusses Community College Budget Priorities
Haverhill, MA (January 27, 2023)–State Senator Barry Finegold and Representative Frank Moran welcomed new members of the Merrimack Valley Legislative Delegation on the Northern Essex Community College Haverhill Campus on Friday, January 27. Attendees heard from NECC and Massachusetts Association…
New Department of Higher Education Commissioner Visits NECC
Lawrence, MA (January 24, 2023)– Leaders from the city of Lawrence and Northern Essex Community College gathered on Tuesday morning to welcome the Commonwealth’s new Commissioner of Higher Education, Noe Ortega. The visit included a roundtable discussion at the El…
Lawrence, MA (January 24, 2023)– Leaders from the city of Lawrence and Northern Essex Community College gathered on Tuesday morning to welcome the Commonwealth’s new Commissioner of Higher Education, Noe Ortega. The visit included a roundtable discussion at the El…
Two NECC Athletic Programs Ranked Nationally
By Dan Blair, Director of Athletics Haverhill, MA (January 23, 2023) – For the first time, the Northern Essex Community College athletic department has two programs ranked in the top 10 simultaneously in the national polls. Following a 2-0 week…
By Dan Blair, Director of Athletics Haverhill, MA (January 23, 2023) – For the first time, the Northern Essex Community College athletic department has two programs ranked in the top 10 simultaneously in the national polls. Following a 2-0 week…
New Noncredit Courses Now Available for Winter and Spring
Haverhill and Lawrence, MA (January 10, 2023)— Registration is open now for the Winter/Spring session of noncredit programs at Northern Essex Community College. These courses are ideal for personal and professional development. Offerings range from fun cooking classes, professional certifications,…
Haverhill and Lawrence, MA (January 10, 2023)— Registration is open now for the Winter/Spring session of noncredit programs at Northern Essex Community College. These courses are ideal for personal and professional development. Offerings range from fun cooking classes, professional certifications,…
Our Top Ten NECC Stories of 2022
The year 2022 was as busy one for NECC–and the NECC Newsroom. As more folks returned to campus, many of the year’s most popular stories featured program innovations, unique job training opportunities, and the ultimate act of togetherness: commencement. In…
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Students Honored for Outstanding Semester
Nine standout Northern Essex Community College students were honored with Knight's Quest Awards for their hard work during the fall semester. The awards recognize students who showed exceptional commitment to their education. "Some students give a lot to NECC through… Faculty & Staff »
Dr. Naydeen González-De Jesús Selected as the Vice President of Lawrence Campus and Community Relations
Lawrence, MA (January 2, 2025) – Northern Essex Community College announces the selection of Dr. Naydeen González-De Jesús as the next Vice President of Lawrence Campus and Community Relations, starting mid-January 2025. “We are thrilled to welcome a strong academic… Campus & Community »
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… Programs »
Students Inducted to PTK Honor Society
Northern Essex Community College is proud to announce that 23 students were inducted into Beta Sigma Lambda, NECC’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society. PTK is the international honor society for two-year college students. Dozens of students, family,… Events »
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… 
