Northern Essex CC

Strategic Plan: Assessment & Informed Improvement Open Forum
2025-03-05 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
We have passed the half-way point in our current Strategic Plan! Over the past 2.5 years, an enormous amount of work has gone on across campus to support our 5 strategic goals. The Guiding Coalitions are holding open conversations to share updates on that work and get input on how best to use our remaining time to best address the work that remains.
There will be one open forum for each of the 5 strategic goals, hosted by the Guiding Coalition leads. Each open forum will run from 12:30 – 1:30pm in C204. Please use this link to RSVP; final details will be sent via a calendar invitation.
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Haverhill High School Senior and Parent Night
2025-03-05 16:00 - 19:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Come join us for FAFSA assistance, guided self-placement and orientation completion. Parent information sessions, as well!
Register here!!
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Book Discussion: Don't Label Me
2025-03-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Join the 2025 NECC NELDI Cohort for an important discussion on the book Don’t Label Me, How to Do Diversity Without Inflaming the Culture Wars.
Books available at the NECC Library, LIBBY and CPD.
ALL faculty and staff are invited to participate.

Register here: https://northernessex.wufoo.com/forms/z1n4rlxv15ab1s0/

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AI + Career Exploration
2025-03-06 12:30 - 13:30 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Have you ever wondered how AI could help you explore different careers? Join us for an interactive workshop where you’ll learn how to use AI tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to aid in your career search. We’ll also review resources to help you take the next step in your career. Whether you’re deciding on a major or preparing for graduation, this workshop will give you practical tools to make more informed career decisions.
This event will be hosted in the Center for Liberal Arts (C-209) and students from all majors are welcome.

We welcome requests for sign language interpreting and other access requests (i.e. Computer Aided Real Time (CART), food allergies, etc.). Please contact Katie Yeaton-Hromada in Career Services (kyeatonhromada@necc.mass.edu) for requests, questions, or event information.
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Nominate this Year's Student Commencement Speaker
2025-03-07 | All Campuses, Lawrence, MA, United States
NECC Student Commencement Speaker Nomination for 2025
If you have met a graduating student who has a grade point average of 3.5 or above and has impressed you with the contributions he or she has made to the college and/or community, please consider nominating him or her as this year’s student commencement speaker. Nominations are due March 26th at noon! For more details on this process and the nomination form please visit the Nominate a Student Speaker page
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Sunshine Week Reading Party
2025-03-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Celebrate Free Speech, Free Press, and the Freedom of Information!
Join us for a conversation about Sunshine Week, National Freedom of Information Day, and journalism with NECC librarians and Journalism Professor Mary Jo Shafer in the Center for Liberal Arts (room C-209).
Sunshine Week is an initiative spearheaded by journalists in Florida and is now celebrated nationwide to educate the public about freedom of information and the importance of open government.
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Grades due by noon (Session I classes)
2025-03-11 | MA
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UMass System Mini Transfer Fair: Amherst-Boston-Dartmouth-Lowell
2025-03-11 10:00 - 13:30 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
The 4 Campuses of UMass System Mini Transfer Fair at NECC.
Students will have the opportunity to explore the different opportunities EACH campus has to offer, as well as speak to transfer counselors from the different campuses.

Tuesday, March 11th – Dimitry Atrium Building L – 10:00am to 1:30 pm

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Observer Newsroom Open House
2025-03-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Please join us for an Open House in the Observer Newsroom on Tuesday, March 11th from 11:00 – 1:00 pm in Spurk C318.

Learn where the news is made! Meet the team and share some pizza!

Please contact Observer Faculty Advisor Mary Jo Shafer for more information.

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Workshop: Power Standards for Language Acquisition & Support Strategies
2025-03-11 15:00 - 16:30 | All Campuses, Lawrence, MA, United States
In this interactive workshop, faculty across disciplines—science, math, social sciences, and beyond—will explore practical, research-based strategies to empower and support English language learners in their classrooms. Tailored for educators in all subject areas, this session focuses on Power Standards for language acquisition and provides tools to enhance instructional practices, foster student engagement, and ensure all learners succeed in mastering both content and language skills. Participants will gain insights into differentiated instruction, scaffolding techniques, and culturally responsive methods, while collaborating with peers to share ideas and strategies. Whether you’re teaching core academic subjects or seeking to strengthen language support in your classroom, this workshop will equip you with powerful tools to create an inclusive and effective learning experience for every student.

Snacks will be provided! Please RSVP HERE.
3/11 Lawrence Campus L244
3/13 Haverhill Campus C204
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Mini Transfer Fair
2025-03-12 10:00 - 13:30 | MA
Join us at a Mini Transfer Fair on the Haverhill Campus

When: March 12, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 1:30pm
Location: 1st Floor Lobby in Building C (Spurk) Haverhill Campus

Featuring the following Institutions:

Merrimack College
Quincy College
Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU)
St. Anselm College
UMass Lowell Graduate, Online and Professional Studies

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NJCAA National Championship 1st Round vs. Dallas College Richland
2025-03-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Off-Campus, MA
The #8 Knights men basketball team heads to Herkimer, NY to face #9 Dallas College Richland in opening round play of the 2025 NJCAA Division III Championship Tournament.
Making their third consecutive national tournament appearance, the Knights enter the tournament with a 28-3 overall record.

Passes to stream live can be purchased online

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President's General Staff Meeting
2025-03-12 12:30 - 13:30 | TC103AB/LC301 Telecast
TC103AB/LC301 Telecast
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Strategic Plan: Academic Innovations Open Forum
2025-03-12 12:30 - 13:30 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States

Global Café - Understanding Immigrant Trauma
2025-03-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Join us for a discussion on Immigrant Trauma with Glavielinys Cruz, PsyD, LMHC, and Gabriel Garcia, M.S., LMHC. Our speakers will explore how today’s immigration policies impact the mental health of immigrants and share strategies for support and resilience.
Speakers
Dr. Glavielinys Cruz
A proud Lawrence native and experienced psychotherapist, Dr. Cruz provides bilingual and bicultural mental health services across the North Shore and Greater Lawrence. She oversees behavioral health services for the Lynn Public School community and serves as a clinician at Lynn Community Health Center and the Integrated Center for Group Medical Visits (ICGMV) in Lawrence. She is also a Board Director for two Lawrence nonprofits, Waystone Health and Human Services and The Integrated School of Medicine, and the owner of Wellness Way Psychological Services, LLC.
Gabriel Garcia
A licensed mental health counselor with over a decade of experience, Gabriel has been supporting students at NECC since 2017. He specializes in outpatient therapy for individuals, couples, and families, using a strengths-based and holistic approach. Passionate about research and continuous learning, he integrates various therapeutic techniques to foster a supportive and healing environment.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and engage in meaningful dialogue.
Please join us in L244 on the Lawrence Campus and in B218 on the Haverhill Campus.
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Web registration ends at midnight for Session II classes
2025-03-17 | MA

Students will be dropped from classes for non-payment for Session II
2025-03-17 | MA

Spring break (no classes)
2025-03-17 - 2025-03-22 | MA

Book voucher period for Session II classes
2025-03-17 - 2025-03-28 | MA

How A.I. Can Benefit Your Business / Cómo la AI Puede Beneficiar a su Empresa
2025-03-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Featured Speaker / Oradora Destacada:
– Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez, CEO of WalkingTree / Sustainable Growth Strategist
Panel:
– Abel Vargas, President of Valley Home Insulation
– Cristal Delgado, Marketing Consultant & Creative Director
– Javier Borrero, Founder & Marketing Manager of Borrero Photography
First 25 attendees to arrive to the event will receive a free laptop (must stay until end of event) by Tek Collaborative
Los primeros 25 asistentes que lleguen al evento recibirán una computadora portátil gratuita (debe permanecer hasta el final del evento) de Tek Collaborative
Register Today
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Spring Break Bloom Bar
2025-03-19 11:30 - 13:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Spring Break Bloom Bar: Mason Jar Flower Arranging Fun at the NECC Library! Spring Break is here, and it’s time to get flower-fabulous! Create your unique bouquet to brighten your office desk with fresh, springy vibes. Whether you’re a floral pro or just looking for a creative escape while working on-campus, this is all about staff and faculty having fun and making something beautiful together while students enjoy a break. All materials, including mason jars, ribbon, and flowers, will be provided—bring your creativity (and maybe a coworker or two). While supplies last.
Contact Susan at sleonardi@necc.mass.edu if you have any questions.

Wednesday, March 19th – 11:30 am – 1:00 pm at Bentley Library, Building A
Thursday, March 20th – 11:00 am – 12:30 pm at Lawrence Campus Library, L-007
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Spring Break Bloom Bar
2025-03-20 11:00 - 12:30 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States

35th Annual TASS Conference
2025-03-23 - 2025-03-25 | Off-Campus, MA
The Teaching Academic Survival and Success Conference (TASS) is a forum for faculty, staff, student support personnel, administrators and others who help under-prepared students succeed in college and beyond.
NECC President Lane Glenn will deliver a keynote address.
Mar 23, 2025 – Mar 26, 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Former NECC President David Hartleb and Dean David Kelley (retired) played key roles growing the TASS Conference and continue to serve on the TASS Executive Board along with NECC Interim VP of Student Affairs Sharon McDermot.
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Classes begin for Session II classes
2025-03-24 | MA

Add/drop period for Session II classes
2025-03-24 - 2025-03-31 | MA

test event 2
2025-03-25 08:00 - 17:00 | MA
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What Can I Do With a Liberal Arts Degree? Panel Discussion
2025-03-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Join us for an inspiring panel discussion about using your liberal arts degree to build a dynamic career. In this session, you’ll hear how a Liberal Arts education provides transferable skills that can lead to professional opportunities across multiple industries. Our panelists will share their unique career journeys, demonstrating the incredible opportunities available to Liberal Arts graduates. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the possibilities for Liberal Arts graduates!

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, March 25
Time: 11am-12pm
Location: Room C209
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Dental Assisting Information Session - Online
2025-03-25 13:00 - 14:00 | MA
At the Information Session you can learn more about what it’s like to be a student in NECC’s Dental Program.
Attend a Dental Assisting Information Session and Learn More About the Program and NECC
Join us for a Dental Assisting Program Information Session and you can:

Get answers to all of your questions about the Dental Assisting Certificate and NECC.
Discover career pathways.

Dental assistants provide patient care and maintain patient records, in addition to working closely with dentists and dental hygienists and assisting during procedures and examinations. Job opportunities are excellent and are expected to continue to grow, especially as research continues to show the link between oral health and overall health.
The NECC Dental Assisting Certificate is a criteria-based health program and therefore requires students to attend an information session.
View all of the Health Information Session Dates
Register in Advance
Please register online here in advance for the information session.
The meeting will take place online with Zoom. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
More Information
For more information, or for sign language interpreting, please contact Davann Chhem, Program Coordinator at 978-738-7657.
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MassHire Business Resources Seminar
2025-03-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
MassHire Merrimack Valley is having another Business Resources Seminar on March 26th beginning at 9 AM.
Each presentation will be 10-15 minutes long followed by an opportunity to speak to the presenters. Please consider joining us and learning about some of the many resources available to Massachusetts Businesses.

Workplace Safety Grant – Promote safe and healthy conditions in the workplace
Massachusetts Office of Business Development (MOBD) – Access Tax Credits and State Resources to Grow Your Business
Supplier Diversity Office – Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in state contracting
Learn how to apply for temporary authorized training ta credit for emergency assistance
Connect with state wide resources

This is a free event! Contact us at bizservices@masshiremvcc.com if you have any questions.
Space is limited.
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