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WHAV: Last Year’s Northern Essex Production ‘Hurricane Diane’ Returns for Festival Competition
Northern Essex Community College’s production of “Hurricane Diane” is making an encore. Last spring’s production by theater students and Professor Brianne Beatrice was selected for the Region 1 Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, taking place today through Feb. 3.…
Haverhill Gazette: Business Briefs: NECC names new chief of staff
A familiar face in local government is now a key part of the President’s Office at Northern Essex Community College.
Government Technology: College Degrees No Longer Essential for Some State Jobs
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey recently unveiled a new initiative via executive order that is intended to dramatically increase access to state jobs and reduce reliance on college degrees.
Eagle-Tribune: College degree no longer essential for state jobs
If you have the skills, knowledge and ability to succeed in a state job, a new door has opened to job opportunities.
Eagle-Tribune: ‘Passing Spirits’ on exhibit at NECC gallery
The Linda Hummel-Shea ArtSpace on the Haverhill campus of Northern Essex Community College is presenting an exhibit titled “Passing Spirits,” which showcases works by artist Maria Denjongpa.
Mass.gov: Governor Healey Signs Executive Order Directing State Agencies to Institute Skills-Based Hiring
In her address to the Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM) today, Governor Healey announced that she signed an executive order instituting skills-based hiring practices for the state’s workforce.
Daily News: Sicuranza joins NECC president’s office
A familiar face in local government is now a key part of the president’s office at Northern Essex Community College.
WHAV: Northern Essex’s Glenn Backs Filling Jobs Even Those Where No Degree is Needed
If college is the right path for you, Northern Essex Community College President Lane A. Glenn wants to see you.
WHAV: Former Haverhill Mayoral Chief of Staff Takes Post at Northern Essex Community College
Christopher Sicuranza, who served as the Haverhill mayor’s chief of staff in 2022, was recently named to the same post at Northern Essex Community College.
WHAV: Former Haverhill Mayoral Chief of Staff Takes Post at Northern Essex Community College
Christopher Sicuranza, who served as the Haverhill mayor’s chief of staff in 2022, was recently named to the same post at Northern Essex Community College.
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Board of Trustees February 2025 Update
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Grant Award to Create First-of-its-Kind Classroom Support Specialist Program
Haverhill, MA (January 27, 2025) – Northern Essex Community College is the recipient of a new, $170,000 grant from The Peter and Elizabeth C. Tower Foundation, to create a Classroom Support Specialist Program. The program is designed to “increase college… Events »
NECC Celebrates Black History Month
Since 1976, February has been a global celebration of Black History Month. At Northern Essex Community College, students and faculty are devoting time to celebrating the achievements and contributions of Black Americans throughout history. They are hosting a variety of… 
