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Dozens of NECC Faculty Address AI Literacy with Open Educational Resources Projects
Haverhill, MA (September 21, 2026) — This summer, more than 30 Northern Essex Community College faculty and staff members embarked on innovative projects to address student AI Literacy. They’re creating Open Educational Resources (OER), which...
Inside an Elementary School Teacher’s Second Classroom at NECC
This week, as the National Coalition for Literacy marks Adult Education and Family Literacy Week — an observance started in 2009 to raise awareness of adult literacy, numeracy, and digital skills— NECC ESOL Instructor Gregory...
Northern Essex Launches Surgical Technology Apprenticeship Degree
Haverhill, MA (September 15, 2026) — This fall, Northern Essex Community College has launched a new Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology, allowing students to earn a degree while gaining hands-on experience in a...
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🛡️ September is National Campus Safety Awareness Month
September recognizes National Campus Safety Awareness Month, a time dedicated to promoting safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments. Colleges and universities use this month to raise awareness about personal safety, emergency preparedness, violence prevention, and campus resources that help protect and support students, faculty, and staff.
Learn more about National Campus Safety Awareness Month
Lawrence Campus Tour and Information Session (2026)
Visit us on the Lawrence campus for an information session and campus tour!
NECC Spotlight
Hispanic Heritage Month
alumnecc – Collective Impact (Spring 2026)
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
