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Alumni Q&A: Meet Keaton Van Thof ’12
Through his work as a surgical specialist director, alumnus Keaton Van Thof is changing the world of eyecare for the better.
Higher Ed Leaders Unite to Strengthen Community College Transfer Pathways
Northern Essex President Lane Glenn, UMass Lowell Chancellor Julie Chen, and Salem State University President John Keenan discuss strategies for seeing students through the transfer process and onto degree completion and career attainment. Haverhill, MA...
Faculty Nationally Recognized with 2026 NISOD Awards
Two members of the Northern Essex Community College faculty were recently named recipients of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Awards for Excellence. This national honor recognizes outstanding faculty and staff at the country’s...
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Events CalendarJanuary is National Blood Donor Month
WOW! Weeks of Welcome Tabling
Kick off the semester with Weeks of Welcome! Visit a tabling location in the lobby of select academic buildings on either campus to connect with staff, faculty, and peer mentors. Ask questions, get help finding classes, learn about campus resources, and grab some free swag. Six locations across both campuses!
Campus Tour and Information Session
Visit us on the Lawrence campus for an information session and a tour led by one of our admission counselors.
NECC Spotlight
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Stories of Us
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Northern Essex Students, Faculty, and Staff
Pedro Rentas, SGA President ’24-25
Brian MacKenna-Rice & Lisa Fabbri-Lopez
