Articles by: Ernie Greenslade
Northern Essex Community, with campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence, is the only college in New England that graduates sleep technologists, and the college is now partnering with Neurocare, Inc., the …
Recently, the Massachusetts House and Senate rolled over the $1 million in funding that Northern Essex Community College needs to move forward with plans to create a Hospitality and Culinary …
https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/regionals/west/2017/10/13/you-have-degree-but-you-need-more-skills/6hL4MwwIQy8drP3rmMybWN/story.html?event=event12
Northern Essex Community College President Lane Glenn received the Wilkinson Good Citizenship Award at the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Dinner on Wednesday, Oct. 4 based on his contributions …
Graduate Thanks Faculty
President Lane Glenn opened the trustee’s meeting by sharing a thank you letter he received from a grateful alumnus, an immigrant from the Dominican Republic who is on …
https://www.eagletribune.com/news/merrimack_valley/baker-promotes-runway-to-college-for-lhs-students/article_18c2f8f4-5db7-5dc3-a373-00cbb0549967.html
https://www.eagletribune.com/news/haverhill/students-settling-in-at-new-haverhill-campus-of-umass-lowell/article_d195a44e-d076-504b-bc63-bd6ea2943741.html
The Music Program at Northern Essex Community College is proud to present two master classes in the art of piano playing by music faculty member Christina Dietrich. These free workshops …
For the first time in many years—maybe ever—Northern Essex Community College is hosting a Homecoming on Saturday, October 14, open to everyone including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the community.
The …
The Buckley Transportation Center, a highly visible landmark in downtown Lawrence, should soon have a new look, thanks to a new campaign to beautify the city which Northern Essex Community …
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MPTC-NECC Police Academy Graduate First to Receive Scholarship
The Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) proudly celebrated the first graduate of the MPTC Scholarship Program, a milestone achievement for both the recipient and the Commonwealth's ongoing commitment to creating accessible pathways into law enforcement. This initiative was designed to… Programs »
State Awards NECC $180,000 for Continued Support for Students with Disabilities
Boston, MA (January 8, 2026) — Northern Essex Community College will receive $180,000 to continue to support students with disabilities participating in Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE) programs. MAIPSE enables certain students with severe disabilities to participate in undergraduate academic… Events »
Higher Ed Leaders Unite to Strengthen Community College Transfer Pathways
Northern Essex President Lane Glenn, UMass Lowell Chancellor Julie Chen, and Salem State University President John Keenan discuss strategies for seeing students through the transfer process and onto degree completion and career attainment. Haverhill, MA (January 21, 2026) – The… 
