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Haverhill Gazette: Free community college has arrived – for some
Attending a community college such as Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill and Lawrence is now tuition- and fee-free for Massachusetts residents under the newly-created MassEducate program.
Video: Student Shares How Early College Set Him Up for Success
Roniel Jimenez is about to begin his first full semester of college at Northern Essex Community College. But he's no stranger to the school. While at Lawrence High School, Jimenez participated in Early College, taking classes at NECC alongside his…
Roniel Jimenez is about to begin his first full semester of college at Northern Essex Community College. But he's no stranger to the school. While at Lawrence High School, Jimenez participated in Early College, taking classes at NECC alongside his…
Eagle-Tribune: NECC golf tourney needs you!
The annual NECC Golf Tournament to benefit the 12 athletic programs at the school is being held on Monday, August 26 at Renaissance Golf Club in Haverhill.
Courses Enhance Employee Skills and Community Connections
This past fall, a group of employees from CNA Stores enrolled in a Supervisory Skills course through the Center for Corporate and Community Education (CCCE) at Northern Essex Community College. As the course description states, they expected to explore all…
This past fall, a group of employees from CNA Stores enrolled in a Supervisory Skills course through the Center for Corporate and Community Education (CCCE) at Northern Essex Community College. As the course description states, they expected to explore all…
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…
Daily News: NECC grad hopes to go from plumber to mentor
Like many people, Josh Buffum, 23, of Haverhill, was on a different life trajectory before the pandemic. Although he studied plumbing at Whittier Tech, he found that working in that field wasn’t his true passion.
WHAV Podcast: MassReconnect Shatters Myths, Helps 39-Year-Old Complete Degree at Northern Essex
The new MassReconnect program, which encourages students 25 and up to complete their degrees for free, is credited with increasing community college enrollment. One local student taking part tells WHAV about how going back to school shattered some myths and…
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…
Student Trustee Focused on “Succeeding Together”
Born and raised in Ghana, 36-year-old Haverhill resident Hikma Tunteiya Mohammed may be a long way from home but says she feels like she is exactly where she is meant to be. The General Studies: Health Specialization major wants to…
Born and raised in Ghana, 36-year-old Haverhill resident Hikma Tunteiya Mohammed may be a long way from home but says she feels like she is exactly where she is meant to be. The General Studies: Health Specialization major wants to…
Eagle-Tribune: NECC Foundation Board welcomes new members
The Northern Essex Community College Foundation Board recently welcomed four new members.
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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 »
Adjunct Professor Nominated for “Honor Roll”
Haverhill, MA (December 17, 2024) – Longtime Northern Essex Community College adjunct faculty member David Rattigan is among several Massachusetts educators nominated to the Honor Roll for the Wasabi Fenway Bowl,… Campus & Community »
Top Stories of 2024
The year 2024 has been historic for Northern Essex Community College. We saw the advent of free community college, started exploring the creation of an innovative shared campus with Whittier Tech, celebrated our students and programs, and "hired" everyone's favorite… 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… 
