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Nursing Information session
2025-11-17 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Students in NECC’s Nursing Programs practicing on state-of-the-art equipment.
Attend a Nursing Information Session and Learn More About the Program and NECC!

Learn more about the Nursing Programs
Get all of your questions answered.
Discover career pathways.
Tour the Lawrence NECC campus.

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.
Please Note

The mandatory Nursing Information Session are required for students applying to the Nursing program.
Due to this requirement attendees are asked to be on-time for the information session.
We start promptly at 3:00 pm. Late admissions will not be allowed.
This info session is in-person only.
Advanced registration is not required.
This is the last info session of the fall semester.

View all of the Health Information Session Dates and Nursing Programs at NECC.
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🤖 The Basics of AI Using Microsoft Copilot
2025-11-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Transform Your Work with AI – No Experience Required!
Learn AI Fundamentals & Practical Skills in Just One Hour
This one-hour workshop introduces NECC faculty and staff to the basics of AI using Microsoft Copilot, a free tool that can streamline everyday work tasks. Participants will learn what AI actually is, dispel common misconceptions, and discover how to write effective prompts that yield useful results. Through hands-on practice, attendees will explore practical applications including drafting emails, creating teaching materials, generating rubrics, and building PowerPoint outlines. The workshop emphasizes that AI is a tool requiring human guidance, not a replacement for professional judgment, and provides techniques for iterative refinement of AI-generated content. Led by NECC’s AI Task Force, this session offers practical skills you can use immediately while contributing to the college’s broader AI policy development.

📍 Location: Haverhill campus, Room C206 – Space is limited – more days and times will be offered!
👥 Who Should Attend: All NECC Faculty & Staff
🔗 Register Now: Registration Link
📧 Questions? Contact Sue Tashjian: stashjian@necc.mass.edu
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Hot Topics with President Lane Glenn
2025-11-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Hot Topics in Higher Education: The Trump Administration’s “Compact for Higher Ed”
For most of the 20th century, the “social compact” between higher education and society in America could be summed up like this: Society invests in colleges and universities — through public funding, tax exemptions, and trust — in exchange for institutions advancing the public good.
While experiences varied and this compact did not always work equally well for everyone, it seemed to help higher education progress and grow, while indeed offering tremendous value to the public, in the form of a better prepared workforce, scientific and technological breakthroughs, contributions to art and culture, and more.
In recent decades, though, that “compact” has been threatened from many directions, as higher ed spending has outpaced the ability or the willingness of the public to keep up with its cost, and political movements on both the left and the right have created fissures in the “trust” Americans have in colleges and universities. Recent Gallup polls have reflected a significant decline in overall trust of colleges and universities, and I have written myself about the need for “A New Social Compact for Community Colleges in the Commonwealth.”
As part of its effort to reshape American higher education, the Trump administration recently proposed a “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education,” which, if accepted by institutional leaders, offer them preference for government funding and a more favorable policy environment if they agree to:

Ban consideration of race or sex in hiring and admissions processes.
Freeze tuition for a five-year period. (In addition, those with an endowment worth more than $2 million per undergraduate can’t charge tuition for admitted students pursuing hard science programs, with some exceptions.)
Limit international undergraduate enrollment to 15 percent of the student body.
Commit to institutional neutrality.
Define and interpret “male,” “female,” “woman” and “man” according to reproductive function and biological processes.
Require applicants to take standardized tests, such as the SAT or ACT.
Clamp down on grade inflation.
Restrict employees from expressing political views on behalf of the institution.
Shut down departments that “punish, belittle” or “spark violence against conservative ideas.”
Anonymously poll students and employees on compact compliance and publish the results.

For this “Hot Topics in Higher Education,” read some of the resources about the proposed Compact, compiled by Inside Higher Ed, in the “A Controversial Compact for Higher Ed” special collection on their home page, and come prepared to explore questions like:

What do the Compact’s requirements say about shifting perceptions of higher education in America?
Should colleges consider adopting some, or all, of the requirements? Which ones? Why?
Do the Compact’s provisions unreasonably impose restrictions on institutional and academic freedom?
What should the role of the federal government be in regulating and funding higher education?

REGISTER HERE.
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NECC U-Knights: International Flag & Food Fest
2025-11-18 12:00 - 14:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Join us for a fun and flavorful afternoon! Bring your appetite as we will provide a mix of international dishes, refreshments and great music from around the world. Don’t miss out on this celebration of global flavors! For more information, contact Maria Hernandez at mhernandez@necc.mass.edu or Giselle Peguero at gpeguerogrullon@necc.mass.edu

Tuesday, November 18 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Lawrence Campus: El Hefni Building, 414 Common Street
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Title IX/YWCA - LGBTQ Informational Workshop (Virtual)
2025-11-18 12:30 - 13:30
Title IX/Human Resources is hosting a LGBTQ Informational Workshop that will be presented by the YWCA. All employees and students are welcomed to attend this virtual workshop.

https://necc-mass-edu.zoom.us/j/82264910533
Meeting ID: 822 6491 0533
Passcode: [REDACTED]

We welcome requests for ASL sign language interpreting and other access requests (i.e. Computer Aided Real Time (CART).
Please Note: Events with ASL Interpreters or live captioned already scheduled and provided**, are indicated.
Please contact the host of the event, Human Resources at 978-556-3943 or hr@necc.mass.edu for requests, questions, or event information.
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Create Your Own Zines!
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is short for “fanzine”. A Zine is like a little magazine that can include all sorts of stuff—text, images, artwork, random objects, or anything else that helps share the creator’s story or message. Join Librarian, Grace Spaulding, and Academic Technologist Rowan Blackwell for a zine-making workshop at the Student Lounge, Dimitry building – Lawrence campus.
Bring your creativity, and we will bring the supplies. Contact Grace Spaulding at sspaulding@necc.mass.edu for more information.
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Spice Up Your Ramen!
2025-11-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Join us for a fun, one-hour, flavor-filled session where you can eat and learn at the same time! NECC’s Culinary Arts & Hospitality Coordinator, Brian Philbrook, will show you how to take your ramen from basic to brilliant with easy semi-homemade recipes you can make on a student budget. You’ll also get a quick intro to the art of eating ramen and a bite-sized look at the history of chopsticks around the world. This event will be held at the Artspace Gallery, Bentley Library – Haverhill Campus. Space is limited to 30 participants — registration is required! Reserve your spot early and come hungry to level up your noodle game at NECC Library: Spice Up your Ramen!
For more information, contact Susan Leonardi at sleonardi@necc.mass.edu
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President's General Staff Meeting
2025-11-19 12:30 - 13:30
Please join us for the President’s General Staff meeting, Mission in Motion: Connecting our work to the Big 3 Goals, which will be held on Wednesday, November 19, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. and will be telecast between TC103 (Haverhill Campus) and LC301 (Lawrence Campus).

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C.R.A.S.E. Training - Lawrence Campus
2025-11-19 12:30 - 14:30 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events training (CRASE)
This is NOT a simulation. This will be held by officers from the NECC Police department. The Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) course, designed and built on the Avoid, Deny, Defend (ADD) strategy developed by ALERRT in 2004, provides strategies, guidance, and a proven plan for surviving an active shooter event. Topics include the history and prevalence of active shooter events, civilian response options, medical issues, and considerations for conducting drills.
Location: Lawrence Campus, Dimitry Building, room L147.
Please use this link to sign up.
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Information Session: American Sign Language Studies
2025-11-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Online, United States
Please join us for our American Sign Language Studies information session. This meeting will be interpreted. Potential students will have an opportunity to ask questions about the program, career pathways, and transfer options that relate to the field of ASL Studies.
ASL Studies is a unique course of study that allows students to enter a rich linguistic and cultural world. We are proud to offer courses that prepare students to work with Deaf/hard of hearing people.
This information session is online, and you must register via the link provided below.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Please click the link below.
Register here
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Salem State University Campus Transfer Visit
2025-11-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Come Learn about the Transfer Connection Partnership between SSU and NECC!
The transfer connections coach, Salem State Alumna Sharon German works one-on-one with students to help them identify the most efficient pathways.
Lawrence Campus visits will be held in the Dimitry Building “L” Atrium
TIME: 10:00am –1:00pm
DATES: November 20th and December 18th

For more information, please contact Sharon German sgerman@salemstate.edu
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Bach's Lunch Concert Series
2025-11-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Now in its fourth year, the Bach’s Lunch series offers midday performances by NECC faculty and guest artists for our NECC Community. This fall’s program first concert features Prof. Alisa Bucchiere (piano), Dr. Eileen Yarrison (flute), and Prof. Abe Finch (percussion), performing works from the 1600s to the present day. Bring your lunch, enjoy complimentary coffee and donuts, and experience an inspiring break in your day.
Thursday, 11/20 from 12:00 – 1:00 on the Haverhill campus in TC103
Free admission
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Create Your Own Zines!
2025-11-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
A zine (pronounced ZEEN) is short for “fanzine”. A Zine is like a little magazine that can include all sorts of stuff—text, images, artwork, random objects, or anything else that helps share the creator’s story or message. Join Art Instructor, Jenn Houle, and Librarian, Susan Leonardi, for a zine-making workshop at the Haverhill Commons (C201)! Bring your creativity, and we will bring the supplies. Contact Jenn at jhoule@necc.mass.edu or Susan at sleonardi@necc.mass.edu for more information.
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Around the World via Show and Tell
2025-11-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Do you have a small souvenir that brings back memories of your travels? A song, scent, or story that instantly transports you somewhere special, or maybe even “home”? We’d love for you to share it with us as we journey around the world together!
We invite the NECC community to join us for Around the World via Show and Tell on Thursday, November 20, from 12:00–2:00 p.m. in the Center for Professional Development, C204.
Bring along something that represents your travels or heritage, Like a souvenir, song, short story, photo, food item…the possibilities are endless! Or simply come to listen, connect, and enjoy the trip through everyone’s stories.
Registration Link: https://northernessex.wufoo.com/forms/z1n4rlxv15ab1s0/
For more information, please contact Maria Hernandez at mhernandez@necc.mass.edu or Lorena Constant at lconstant@necc.mass.edu.
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Campus Cinema Nights: How To Train Your Dragon (2025)
2025-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Lawrence Campus, Lawrence, MA, United States
Take a study break and join Student Life for a cozy indoor movie night in the Dimitry Atrium (Lawrence Campus)! We’ll be watching the new live-action How to Train Your Dragon (2025) on the big screen.
Bring your friends, grab some snacks, and settle in for a night of Vikings, dragons, and adventure — no ticket required!
Location: Dimitry Atrium, Lawrence Campus
Movie: How to Train Your Dragon (Live Action, 2025)
Free for NECC students and their guests!
Snacks: Free popcorn & light refreshments (while supplies last)
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Spring Financial Aid C.O.R.E. Scholarship
2025-11-24 00:00 - 2025-12-15 23:59 | Online, United States
The Spring Financial Aid C.O.R.E. Scholarship application will be available online from November 24th until December 15th. If a student is in fall courses, final decisions will be sent out once Fall Grades have been posted. Otherwise students will be notified after the Holiday break is over (Christmas/New Years). Please be aware that the application may close early depending on available funding for the semester.
Can we use this link: https://necc.academicworks.com/opportunities/flexible

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Spring NECC Foundation Scholarship Application
2025-11-24 - 2026-01-09
The Spring NECC Foundation Scholarship application will be available online from November 24, 2025 until January 9, 2026 for the Spring 2026 semester only. This application is only used if there are additional funds remaining for the Academic year from the NECC General Scholarship. This opportunity is available to you through NECC’s Office of Institutional Advancement.

Click here for more information
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3rd Annual Stuff a Cruiser - Haverhill Campus
2025-11-24 07:00 - 17:00
The NECC Police Department will be hosting our 3rd Annual Stuff a Cruiser event. Please donate new, unwrapped toys for a child in need. Gift cards to Target, Walmart, Market Basket, or gas cards are always welcome.
Donors will be entered into a raffle to win a pair of Boston sports tickets (1 entry per person)
You can donate gifts on Nov 24, 25 and 26 as well as Dec 1 and 2 from 7a-5p, at the Haverhill campus, Spurk Building, room C110.
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3rd Annual Stuff a Cruiser - Lawrence Campus
2025-11-24 10:00 - 12:00
The NECC Police Department will be hosting our 3rd Annual Stuff a Cruiser event. Please donate new, unwrapped toys for a child in need. Gift cards to Target, Walmart, Market Basket, or gas cards are always welcome.
Donors will be entered into a raffle to win a pair of Boston sports tickets (1 entry per person)
You can donate gifts on Nov 24, 25 and 26 as well as Dec 1 and 2 from 10a-12p and 3p-5p, at the Lawrence Campus, 414 Common St, Public Safety Desk in the Lobby.
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NECC Public Safety Emergency Notification Systems Test
2025-11-25 11:00
NECC’s Emergency Notification System has been updated!
Our system will now include a desktop notification feature in addition to the existing text message and email alerts. This means that emergency alerts will appear directly on college-managed computers, ensuring that everyone on campus receives important information without delay.
How It Works:

Desktop Notifications: Alerts will automatically display on college computers when you are logged in. To deactivate the desktop notification, you can click the green “Acknowledge” button on your screen.
Text & Email Notifications: Messages will continue to be sent to your registered phone number and email address.
Please make sure your contact information is up to date. Students can update their cell phone and email addresses in MyNECC under the Banner Self-Service section. Faculty and Staff can do so within HR/CMS.

The system will be tested on Tuesday November 25nd at 11am. During this test, you will receive a sample notification across all available channels. This is only a test — no action will be required.
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to campus safety.

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Info Session: Dental Assisting
2025-11-25 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, United States
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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Thanksgiving recess begins at 5:00 PM (no evening classes)
2025-11-26
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Last day to withdraw with a "W" for Full Semester classes
2025-11-26

Thanksgiving Day (College closed)
2025-11-27

Thanksgiving recess (no classes)
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-29

📝 The Language of Artificial Intelligence
2025-12-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Online, United States
Join the AI Task Force for a special one-hour event!
Decode AI Writing Patterns & Enhance Your Detection Skills
Learn to Recognize, Respond to, and Refine AI-Generated Text
After attending this meeting, you will be able to recognize common patterns in AI-generated writing. We will look at why certain AI writing habits make text less convincing, even when the grammar is correct. Examples include overused phrases like “delve into” or “it’s important to note.” We will also examine constructions, like rhetorical contrasts such as “not only… but also”, that are often used in AI-generated text. Participants will learn to spot these patterns in student work. We will discuss how to give better feedback when we see AI-influenced writing. The workshop will also cover how to use AI tools more effectively in our own work. We can improve our writing by recognizing and avoiding these formulaic styles.
📅 Date: Monday, December 1, 2025
🕐 Time: 2:00 PM (1 hour) via Zoom
👥 Who Should Attend: NECC Faculty & Staff
🔗 Register Now: Registration Link
📧 Questions? Contact Sue Tashjian: stashjian@necc.mass.edu
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Psychology Internship Event
2025-12-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Curious about internships or careers in psychology?
Come to The Haverhill Commons (room C-201) to meet employers, ask questions, and discover real-world opportunities in the field.
Designed for Psychology students, but all majors are welcome!
Questions? Email Sandy Rochon at srochon@necc.mass.edu.
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NECC Police Academy Scenario Training
2025-12-03 - 2025-12-05 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
The NECC Police Academy will conduct scenario-based training exercises focused on crime scenes and criminal investigations. Please be aware of increased activity in and around the D Building during these dates.
Location: D Building (Interior & Exterior)
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Campus Cinema Nights: Frozen (2013)
2025-12-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St, Haverhill, MA, United States
Bundle up and join us for a Frozen Movie Night! ❄️
We’ll be screening Disney’s Frozen and serving free hot chocolate and popcorn while you sing along, laugh, and relax with friends. Bring a cozy blanket, wear your comfiest pajamas if you’d like, and enjoy a chill night on campus.
All students and families are welcome!
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