Articles by: Sarah Comiskey
When you hear the word “radioactivity,” you might be most inclined to think about nuclear power plants. But did you know that radioactive materials can be found in everyday products, …
NECC Professor Lizzie Casanave will present on the Science of Happiness at local libraries in March, Optimism Month.
Anyone interested in health topics, or in learning more about the health programs offered at Northern Essex Community College, is invited to attend the college’s spring Health and Wellness Fair …
If dreary winter days have you craving sunny weather, Northern Essex Community College might just have the solution for you.
On Saturday, February 16, Chemistry Professor Michael Cross will present “The …
Do you have a sweet-tooth for chocolate but worry about its side effects? Professor Michael Cross is here to ease your concerns.
Despite the potential side effects of over-indulging, chocolate consumption …
Think you know a lot about the physical world around you? Two upcoming scientific lectures, offered through the Northern Essex Community College’s Speakers Bureau, will aim to challenge that.
On Thursday, …
Each time Hawaii resident Shaun Voss ‘13 boards a plane, prepared for his next inter-island medical evacuation mission, it is with the confidence that Northern Essex Community College instilled in …
Kiley Broadhurst enrolled at Northern Essex just one year ago, and in that short time has become a leading student ambassador in promoting campus life. But it took a semester …
Tickets are available for “Barbra & Frank: the Concert that Never Was,” a musical tribute celebrating the works of Barbra Streisand and Frank Sinatra. The event, hosted by the Northern …
Three Northern Essex Community College administrators have been selected for admission to the Northeast Leadership Development Institute (NELDI) Foundation Academy at the recommendation of President Lane Glenn and various college …
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Hard Work Earns Volleyball Captain All-Region Honors
Northern Essex Community College student-athlete Cherly BritoRosario doesn't shy away from a challenge, whether it's on the court, in the classroom, or at work. In fact, when she first enrolled as a Criminal Justice major in 2024, she was working… Faculty & Staff »
Knight Spotlight: Engineering Success!
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 is talking with Doug Leaffer, Professor of Engineering - Physics. Professor Leaffer 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 »
Base Manufacturing Program Launching to Meet Workforce Demand
A new non-credit program launching at Northern Essex Community College will address some of the most pressing needs of the Massachusetts workforce. Currently, there are 1.2 unemployed persons for every job opening and over 30,000 manufacturing positions available in the… Events »
NECC Celebrates Donor Impact
On Tuesday, November 4th, Northern Essex Community College welcomed more than 30 giving society members to campus for its fall Donor Appreciation Reception, an annual event… 
