College Systems Trainings
2025-09-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-07 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Our College Systems Trainings are designed to support all employees by providing regular onboarding and refresher sessions on the key college systems you use every day. Whether you’re new or experienced, we highly encourage you to participate as needed.
These trainings are held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am–12pm in the C206B-CPD Computer Lab at the Haverhill Campus.

Please note, the facilitator may adjust the training format or cancel sessions based on registration numbers to ensure the best experience for everyone.

To learn more and register, please click HERE.
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Mini Transfer Fair : UMass Amherst-Boston-Dartmouth-Lowell -Lawrence
2025-09-30 10:00 - 13:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
The 4 Campuses of UMass System Mini Transfer Fairs on NECC Campuses
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.

LAWRENCE: Tuesday, September 30th – 10:00 – 1:00 – El-Hefni Building LC 1st floor Lobby

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UTEC Food Truck - Lawrence Campus
2025-09-30 11:00 - 14:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
🚚 UTEC Food Truck is Back!
We’re excited to welcome the UTEC Food Truck to campus every other Tuesday this Fall Semester! Come by for delicious, freshly made meals and support a great cause—UTEC’s mission to help young adults reach their full potential. Don’t miss it!
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Enrollment Support Extended Hours
2025-09-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Recruitment counselors available every Tuesday to assist with FAFSA, guided self-placement and orientation
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Knights' Tailgate & Treats - Men's Soccer
2025-09-30 18:30 - 20:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
What: Tailgate Party (hotdogs and hot cocoa) followed by
NECC Men’s Soccer Team vs. Bristol Community College
Where: Whittier Tech
115 Amesbury Line Road, Haverhill -Join us behind the press box – next to the field!
When: Tuesday, September 30th
6:30pm Tailgate, 7:00pm Gametime

Kick off game night with Student Life and Academic Coaching! Join us at 6:30 PM for a tailgate full of free hotdogs, cocoa, and fun before the NECC Men’s Soccer Team vs. Bristol Community College. Bring your friends, grab a snack, and get ready to cheer on the Knights!

For the full NECC Men’s Soccer Schedule, click here.
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Career Exploration Fair- Haverhill campus
2025-10-01 11:00 - 12:30 | MA
Join us for a Career Exploration Fair taking place in the 1st floor lobby of the Spurk building on Wednesday, October 1st from 11am – 12:30pm! Students from all majors are welcome to participate in this event. Connect with local industry professionals, explore various career paths, and learn about internships and job opportunities. Engage with employers, ask questions, and gain insights to help your career at this friendly, informal tabling event.
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UMass Lowell on Haverhill Campus October 1st
2025-10-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Graduate First, Then Transfer – Meet with a Transfer Councilor from UML

DATE: October 1, 2025
TIME: Now until 1:00pm
Location: Spurk Building “C” Lobby across from Elevator

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Wellness Wednesday: Letters to My Future Self
2025-10-01 12:00 - 14:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Take a moment to pause, reflect, and focus on your personal growth. Join us for Wellness Wednesday and write a letter to your future self—setting goals, sharing hopes, or offering encouragement for the semester ahead.
This thoughtful, drop-in activity is a chance to check in with yourself, practice self-care, and leave a positive message for the future.
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President's General Staff Meeting
2025-10-01 12:30 - 13:30 | TC103 and L244
in TC103 and L244
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Sleep Technology Certificate Information Session
2025-10-01 12:30 - 13:30 | MA
If a Career in Sleep Medicine Interest You, Then Attend Sleep Technology Certificate Information Session and Get Your Questions Answered
NECC can prepare you for a career as a sleep technologist. Learn to diagnose sleep disorders in a sleep lab. At the Sleep Technology Certificate Information Session you can find out more about our state-of-the-art sleep lab, and also learn more about our schedule-friendly hybrid program! In the hybrid program you will complete most coursework online, and attend class one Saturday a month. View the Sleep Technologist Certificate Program page for additional details about the program.
Location and Parking
Lawrence Campus,
El-Hefni Allied Health and Technology Center
414 Common Street.
View visitor parking information.
More Information
For more information, or for sign language interpreting or access requests (including food-related allergies), please contact:
Lyn Blythe
Phone: 978-665-5892
Email: lblythe@necc.mass.edu.
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Campus Tour and Info Session
2025-10-01 15:00 - 16:30 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Campus Tour and Information Session
Visit us on the Haverhill Campus for an information session and a tour led by one of our admission counselors. We can’t wait to meet you in person and show you all that NECC has to offer.
Location:
Student Center Room 104
100 Elliott St. Haverhill, MA 01830
Register Now!
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Know your Rights (KYR) with Susan Church, Esq.
2025-10-01 16:00 - 17:00 | Online, United States
An invitation to the NECC community to a Know Your Rights (KYR) presentation designed specifically for our immigrant and refugee community members during this time of increased immigration policy enforcement in Massachusetts.
This KYR session will be hosted by Susan Church, Esq., Chief Operating Officer of the Commonwealth’s Office for Refugees and Immigrants (ORI) and a former immigration attorney with over 25 years of legal experience. Ms. Church will lead this important session, offering expert insight and practical guidance.
This session will cover:

Key rights every immigrant and refugee should know
Best practices for interactions with immigration officers
Legal resources available to immigrants in Massachusetts
Where to find trustworthy Know Your Rights materials

This is a valuable opportunity to become more informed, empowered, and prepared. We encourage all members of the MCC and NECC community—students, staff, faculty, and allies—to attend.
Register Here
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Enrollment Support Extended Hours
2025-10-01 16:00 - 19:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Recruitment counselors available every Wednesday to assist with FAFSA, guided self-placement and orientation
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Boomwhackers/Drum Circle
2025-10-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Professors Alisa Bucchiere and Abe Finch will present a FUN and LOUD boomwhacker and drum filled event – We hope to play over 200 boomwhackers together along with performing in a drum circle, and even using some drums made from buckets!!! It will probably be one of the loudest events on campus his semester!
Come one come all if you have ever wanted to try the boomwhackers or drums! Free admission.
When: Thursday, 10/2 at noon
Where: Haverhill campus TC103
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Poppin' Chats with Student Life - Lawrence
2025-10-02 13:30 - 15:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Take a break, grab some popcorn, and connect with Student Life! Poppin’ Chats is a relaxed, drop-in space where you can meet our team and other campus departments, ask questions, and learn about resources, events, and ways to get involved at NECC—all while enjoying some free, freshly popped popcorn.
Stop by, say hello, and leave with both snacks and new connections!

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NECC Theater's Fall Production of "All in the Timing"
2025-10-02 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Please join us for NECC Theater’s Fall Production of “All in the Timing” by David Ives
Starring NECC alumni – Samantha Wheatley and Mirrorajah Metcalfe
Featuring current NECC students – Naima Eve, Ben Swanney & Devin Michaud

Co-Directed by Brianne Beatrice and Samantha Wheatley
Thursday, October 2 at 4:00 pm

Friday, October 3 at 7:00 pm – President’s Performance
Reservations are recommended and can be made by contacting Heather Ringwald at 978-556-3853 or email hringwald@necc.mass.edu.

Saturday, October 4 at 7:00 pm
Sunday, October 5 at 2:00 pm
The Chester H. Hawrylciw Theater – Spurk Building on the Haverhill Campus.
General Admission: $20
Students & Seniors: $10
Questions? Contact Brianne Beatrice bbeatrice@necc.mass.edu
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Literature, Legacy & Community: A Night with Julia Alvarez
2025-10-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Literature, Legacy and Community: An Evening with Julia Alvarez
NECC Hosts Renowned Author Julia Alvarez for Special Evening Event
Northern Essex Community College invites students, faculty, and the community to An Evening with Julia Alvarez, presented as part of the White Fund Enlightenment Series.
Thursday, October 2
5:30–7:30 PM
45 Franklin Street, Lawrence, MA 01840
This special evening will feature a reading, conversation, and book signing with Julia Alvarez, the internationally acclaimed Dominican-American author of In the Time of the Butterflies and The Cemetery of Untold Stories. Known for her powerful storytelling and cultural insight, Alvarez will share her literary journey in a bilingual-friendly setting that is open and welcoming to all.
The event is free and open to the public. Lala Books will be on-site selling books in both English and Spanish.
Students are encouraged to attend and engage in this unique opportunity to connect literature with identity, community, and conversation.
Click here to register

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Literature, Legacy, & Community: An Evening with Julia Alvarez
2025-10-02 17:30 - 19:30 | All Campuses, Lawrence, MA, United States
Northern Essex Community College invites students, faculty, and the community to An Evening with Julia Alvarez, presented through the White Fund Enlightenment Series.
The event will take place on Thursday, October 2, from 5:30–7:30 PM at John R. Dimitry building – 45 Franklin street, Lawrence MA – Atrium
This special evening will feature a reading, conversation, and book signing with Julia Alvarez, the internationally celebrated Dominican-American author of In the Time of the Butterflies and The Cemetery of Untold Stories. Known for her powerful storytelling and cultural insight, Alvarez will share her experiences and literary journey in a bilingual-friendly setting open to all.
The event is free and open to the public.
Lala Books will be on-site selling books in English and Spanish.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Registration: click here
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An Evening with Julia Alvarez
2025-10-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Join acclaimed author Julia Alvarez for a reading and conversation about her work, followed by a book signing and audience Q&A. For more information, please contact Giselle Peguero, Associate Director of the Lawrence Campus at gpeguerogrullon@necc.mass.edu
Lawrence Campus, 45 Franklin Street, Dimitry Atrium

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Poppin' Chats with Student Life - Haverhill
2025-10-03 13:30 - 15:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States

Haverhill Open House - October 4, 2025
2025-10-04 09:00 - 14:00 | MA
Here’s your chance to see why Northern Essex Community College is considered the smart choice to start your higher education journey.

Tour our Haverhill campus
Learn about academic highlights and offerings
Interact with staff from student resources such as Tutoring, Academic Coaching and Academic Advising
Explore financial aid options, including opportunities for free community college
Take in a women’s volleyball game
Snacks will be available

For more information, and to register, visit the NECC Open House page:
NECC Open House
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The Book Was Better (Until It Was Banned)
2025-10-06 09:30 - 10:45 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Join the NECC Librarians for a Banned Books Week 2025: Censorship Is So 1984 event at the Haverhill Commons! We will share selected excerpts from Banned or challenged books, audiobook segments, and video clips exploring intellectual freedom and the power of diverse voices. Our curated READ, WATCH, LISTEN collection will spark discussions about censorship and access to information. We celebrate the books that challenge us, the stories that inspire us, and the importance of protecting our right to read, learn, and think freely without restriction. For questions about the event, contact Susan Leonardi, Laura Mondt, or Sarah Regan-Kelley.

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The Book Was Better (Until It Was Banned)
2025-10-06 09:30 - 10:45 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Join the NECC Librarians for a Banned Books Week 2025: Censorship Is So 1984 event at the Lawrence Student Lounge! We will share selected excerpts from Banned or challenged books, audiobook segments, and video clips exploring intellectual freedom and the power of diverse voices. Our curated READ, WATCH, LISTEN collection will spark discussions about censorship and access to information. We celebrate the books that challenge us, the stories that inspire us, and the importance of protecting our right to read, learn, and think freely without restriction. For questions about the event, contact Grace Spaulding or Susan Leonardi.
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SOAR Heritage & Familia Celebration
2025-10-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Join SOAR for a vibrant celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Honoring Culture, Family, and Flavor! Families will come together to share their pride, culture, and traditions! This family-friendly event will feature a colorful Flag Photo Booth, where guests can strike a pose with flags representing their heritage and roots. All are welcome! ¡Vamos a celebrar!
For more information, please contact Sarah Cooper, Director of SOAR at scooper@necc.mass.edu
Lawrence Campus, 45 Franklin Street, Dimitry Atrium
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Radiologic Technology Degree Information Session
2025-10-07 08:00 - 09:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Attend a Radiologic Technology Degree Information Session and Learn More About the Program and NECC!

Learn more about the Radiologic Technology Associate Degree
Get all of your questions answered.
Discover career pathways.
Tour the Lawrence NECC campus.

More info sessions may be available: View all of the Radiologic Technology Degree Information Session dates and times.
No registration for the event required.
Location
Dr. Ibrahim El-Hefni Allied Health & Technology Center (LC Building)
414 Common Street
Lawrence MA
Parking
Parking in Lawrence is available in the three parking lots located on Common Street. One parking lot is in the fenced lot at the Dimitry Building, another open lot across the street from the Dimitry Building, and a third parking lot across the street from the El Hefni Building.
NECC requires a parking decal to park in many of our parking lots. Visitors must park in Visitor or Free parking lots.
View maps for Visitor and free parking.

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