Articles by: Melissa Bouse
The Community College Advantage Scholarship awards the top 10% of graduates up to $10,000 to toward tuition at one of the UMass Campuses.
A new scholarship opportunity created after the Supreme Court’s ruling on Affirmative Action
Haverhill, MA (October 22, 2024) – Northern Essex Community College continues to be at the forefront of reducing barriers for students through developing free course materials and textbooks, known as …
BOSTON – All four University of Massachusetts undergraduate campuses in Amherst, Boston, Dartmouth and Lowell this Fall welcomed 66 community college graduates who are the first to be awarded the …
The week of October 6 was anything but ordinary at Northern Essex Community College. And we have the pictures to prove it! We (the Marketing Communications Department) brought back our …
Haverhill, MA (October 15, 2024) – Two students from Northern Essex Community College were among just four students from across the state honored at this year’s Massachusetts Educational Opportunity …
The Northern Essex Community College men’s soccer team ranked ninth in the week six poll released Monday afternoon by the NJCAA.
Haverhill, MA (October 2, 2024) – The Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees met on the Haverhill Campus on Wednesday, October 2. The meeting included updates on MassEducate, the …
Framingham, MA (October 2, 2024) — The Healey-Driscoll Administration, state legislators, local officials, and educators gathered this week to celebrate free community college in Massachusetts. Governor Maura Healey was joined …
Haverhill, MA (September 30, 2024) – Congratulations to the Northern Essex Community College alumni and staff named to Amplify LatinX‘s list of top 100 Latino leaders in Massachusetts. Amplify LatinX …
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Meet Student Kenberly Prospere: Where Support Means Student Success
At 17 years old, Northern Essex Community College student Kenberly Prospere already had a foothold in the healthcare field. Working as a Medical Assistant confirmed her early plan to pursue nursing, and when she enrolled at Northern Essex, she expected… Faculty & Staff »
Knight Spotlight: Bringing the Fun
The Knight Spotlight series features one-on-one interviews between President Lane Glenn and a member of the Northern Essex Community College faculty and staff. This week, President Glenn sits down with Brianna Sorensen, NECC's assistant director of student activities, who shares… Campus & Community »
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 »
Meet the Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Haverhill, MA (January 12, 2026) – The Northern Essex Community College Athletic Department is proud to announce the inductees for the sixth class of the Northern Essex Athletic Hall of Fame. This year’s induction ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, March… 
