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New Face Joins Student Instagram
With the start of a new semester, Northern Essex Community College welcomes a new face, Alexis “Lexi” Fontaine, to the its student-operated Instagram…
High Schools Students are Invited to Study in Ireland this Summer
For the first time this summer, Northern Essex Community College will offer a study abroad course in Ireland…
For the first time this summer, Northern Essex Community College will offer a study abroad course in Ireland…
Nominate an Outstanding Graduate for Student Commencement Speaker
One of the highlights of commencement each year is the speech by a graduating student who has been selected by faculty and staff to…
One of the highlights of commencement each year is the speech by a graduating student who has been selected by faculty and staff to…
Spring Convocation Opens Semester
With an eye to the future, Northern Essex launched the new semester with spring convocation Tuesday, January 22, in the Hartleb Technology Center on…
With an eye to the future, Northern Essex launched the new semester with spring convocation Tuesday, January 22, in the Hartleb Technology Center on…
NECC Partners with Lawrence PD to Offer Citizens Police Academy
Northern Essex Community College is now co-sponsoring the City of Lawrence’s Citizens Police Academy, a six-week program that gives local residents and business owners an overview of the police department and the criminal justice system. The academy will be held…
Northern Essex Community College is now co-sponsoring the City of Lawrence’s Citizens Police Academy, a six-week program that gives local residents and business owners an overview of the police department and the criminal justice system. The academy will be held…
Transferring Credits In to NECC
If you started college but found it wasn’t a good fit for any reason, Danny Richer, Northern Essex Community College director…
If you started college but found it wasn’t a good fit for any reason, Danny Richer, Northern Essex Community College director…
Dean’s List Fall 2018
Dr. William Heineman, vice president of academic and student affairs, Northern Essex Community College, is pleased to announce the appointment of students to the Dean’s List for the Fall of 2018 term. To be included, students must attain a grade…
The Lawrence Partnership Announces NEW Revolving Test Kitchen Recipient
LAWRENCE, MA – January 10, 2018 - It’s time to welcome the next…
LAWRENCE, MA – January 10, 2018 - It’s time to welcome the next…
NECC Takes Gold for Website
Northern Essex Community College’s marketing communications department received a gold Medallion Award for its recently redesigned website from the prestigious National Council for Marketing and…
Register Now for Spring Classes at NECC
Is your New Year’s resolution to finally earn that college degree or jump start a career, enroll now at Northern Essex Community College for the spring semester which begins Wednesday, January 23, 2019. It’s not too late to register for courses that could lead…
Is your New Year’s resolution to finally earn that college degree or jump start a career, enroll now at Northern Essex Community College for the spring semester which begins Wednesday, January 23, 2019. It’s not too late to register for courses that could lead… 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… 
