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Free Business Program Offered for English Language Learners
A free business and accounting fundamentals non-credit certificate program will be offered through Northern Essex Community College’s adult English Language Learners program this fall. The 20-week program will begin Monday, Sept. 16. Registrations will be accepted through then. Classes will be held Monday…
A free business and accounting fundamentals non-credit certificate program will be offered through Northern Essex Community College’s adult English Language Learners program this fall. The 20-week program will begin Monday, Sept. 16. Registrations will be accepted through then. Classes will be held Monday…
Dominican American Writer Julia Alvarez Visits Lawrence
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An Eye for Style: Business Management Graduate Empowers Others through Fashion
When Aida Santana walks across the stage at commencement next month and receives her Associate Degree in Business Management, she’ll do so knowing that she has fulfilled her late mother’s final wish…
When Aida Santana walks across the stage at commencement next month and receives her Associate Degree in Business Management, she’ll do so knowing that she has fulfilled her late mother’s final wish…
“Good People” Opens in May
Northern Essex Community College’s Topnotch Players' newest production, David Lindsay-Abaire’s “Good People” takes a look at love, life, and class struggle. Co-directed…
Northern Essex Community College’s Topnotch Players' newest production, David Lindsay-Abaire’s “Good People” takes a look at love, life, and class struggle. Co-directed… 
Student Art Show Opens in ArtSpace
An untitled collage by Susan Elias of Methuen received the Presidential…
An untitled collage by Susan Elias of Methuen received the Presidential…
Biology Grad Aspires to Be a Doctor
Yexis Hechavarria of Lawrence aspires to be a doctor, and the Associate Degree in Biology that she earned from Northern Essex in 2019 is the first step in reaching that goal. Hechavarria grew up in Cuba, where her parents were…
Yexis Hechavarria of Lawrence aspires to be a doctor, and the Associate Degree in Biology that she earned from Northern Essex in 2019 is the first step in reaching that goal. Hechavarria grew up in Cuba, where her parents were…
Profile: Michael Penta
Community college changed Michael Penta’s life. Now, as a community college professor, he hopes to change his students’ lives. Before community college, Penta, a self-described “geeky” educator, cycled through…
Community college changed Michael Penta’s life. Now, as a community college professor, he hopes to change his students’ lives. Before community college, Penta, a self-described “geeky” educator, cycled through…
Congresswoman Trahan Visits NECC Lawrence
Congresswoman Lori Trahan (right in photo) visits a sim-lab in the El Hefni Allied Health & Technology Center. To her right are left to right: NECC Trustee Anita Worden, NECC President Lane Glenn, and NECC Trustee…
Congresswoman Lori Trahan (right in photo) visits a sim-lab in the El Hefni Allied Health & Technology Center. To her right are left to right: NECC Trustee Anita Worden, NECC President Lane Glenn, and NECC Trustee…
NECC Wins Theater Awards
The fall play at Northern Essex Community College, “Stupid F*cking Bird”, received two awards at the 51st annual Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) for…
The fall play at Northern Essex Community College, “Stupid F*cking Bird”, received two awards at the 51st annual Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) for… Past articles by year
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Photos: Students Honored at 2026 Awards Convocation
Graduating Northern Essex Community College students were honored for their achievements inside and outside the classroom at this year’s annual Awards Convocation. The May 12th ceremony was held in the Northern Essex Sport and Fitness Center on the Haverhill Campus.… Faculty & Staff »
Professor Houle Brings Creativity and Environmental Stewardship Together at a Bus Stop Near You
As Earth Month invites reflection on our relationship with the natural world, NECC Art & Design Professor and local public artist Jenn Houle is transforming an everyday experience—waiting for the bus—into an opportunity for wonder, learning, and connection. Houle is… Campus & Community »
NECC Knights Headed to Fifth Straight World Series
Haverhill, MA (May 17, 2026) – After falling in game two of the Northeast District Tournament on Sunday, the Northern Essex Community College baseball team bounced back in a big way in the nightcap as they outslugged Monroe-Bronx to take… Programs »
Recognition for NECC Early College Students
Haverhill, MA (May 14, 2026) — Northern Essex Community College recognized more than 400 graduating seniors from 20 local high schools who earned college credits through the Early College Program. The students and their families celebrated at the annual Early… Events »
NECC Theater Presents “Angels in America”
Haverhill, MA (April 9, 2026) — Northern Essex Community College Theater is proud to present this spring's production, "Angels in America," by Tony Kushner. The show will be performed April 30- May 3 at the Chester H. Hawrylciw Theater in… 
