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College for Kids and STEM Academy Return
Dr. Seuss Theater, Koding for Kids, Crazy Chemists and Apocalypse Survival 101 are just a few of the courses being offered this summer at Northern Essex…
Dr. Seuss Theater, Koding for Kids, Crazy Chemists and Apocalypse Survival 101 are just a few of the courses being offered this summer at Northern Essex…
NECC Now Running Essex County Corrections Educational Programs
The recent PBS documentary series College Behind Bars claims that, as a country, we…
Board of Trustees Update: March 2020
Denis Boucher, program…
Denis Boucher, program…
It’s Lights, Camera, Action at NECC
The El-Hefni Allied Health and Technology Building may have been designed to house NECC’s health programs, but several times a…
The El-Hefni Allied Health and Technology Building may have been designed to house NECC’s health programs, but several times a…
Nominate an Outstanding Graduate for Student Speaker on May 16
One of the highlights of commencement each year is the speech by a graduating student who has been selected by faculty…
One of the highlights of commencement each year is the speech by a graduating student who has been selected by faculty…
NECC Sponsors 12th Annual Peace Poetry Contest
Original poetry promoting an understanding of peace is being sought for Northern Essex Community College’s 12th Annual Peace Poetry Contest and Reading. Students from K-12 classrooms (both public and private) and those adults affiliated with these schools are invited to…
Original poetry promoting an understanding of peace is being sought for Northern Essex Community College’s 12th Annual Peace Poetry Contest and Reading. Students from K-12 classrooms (both public and private) and those adults affiliated with these schools are invited to…
New Scholarship Designed for New NECC Students
A new First-Year Knight’s Scholarship, for students who are new to Northern Essex Community College, has been created for students enrolled for the Fall 2020 semester. This is one of two scholarships specifically available for incoming freshmen. This scholarship was…
A new First-Year Knight’s Scholarship, for students who are new to Northern Essex Community College, has been created for students enrolled for the Fall 2020 semester. This is one of two scholarships specifically available for incoming freshmen. This scholarship was…
Exploring the Risks of Poor Immigration Policies
Dr. Westy Egmont, founding director of Boston College School of Social Work's Immigrant Integration Lab, used facts, history, and contemporary stories to present a…
NECC Students Take Honors at Theater Festival
Northern Essex Community College theater students recently walked away with a record number…
Northern Essex Community College theater students recently walked away with a record number…
Board of Trustees Update: Feb, 2020
Education Report: STEM Division At Northern Essex, 15 percent of our students—721 students in the fall of 2019— are enrolled in one of the college’s STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) programs. “Technology is changing everything we do. There is…
Education Report: STEM Division At Northern Essex, 15 percent of our students—721 students in the fall of 2019— are enrolled in one of the college’s STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) programs. “Technology is changing everything we do. There is… Past articles by year
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Alumni Q&A: Meet Keaton Van Thof ’12
Occupation: Surgical Specialist Director, Glaukos Corporation What initially inspired you to attend NECC? Where were you on your professional/personal journey prior to enrolling? Looking back to when I decided to attend NECC brings… Faculty & Staff »
Faculty Nationally Recognized with 2026 NISOD Awards
Two members of the Northern Essex Community College faculty were recently named recipients of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Awards for Excellence. This national honor recognizes outstanding faculty and staff at the country’s community colleges. [caption id="attachment_29712" align="aligncenter"… 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 »
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… 
