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NECC President Visits Lawrence City Council
Northern Essex Community College President Lane Glenn visited the Lawrence City Council on Tuesday night to share his vision for the college in the city. Glenn told councilors that creating more opportunities for Lawrence residents to continue their education is…
Northern Essex Community College President Lane Glenn visited the Lawrence City Council on Tuesday night to share his vision for the college in the city. Glenn told councilors that creating more opportunities for Lawrence residents to continue their education is…
NECC Students are Volunteering in the Community
Northern Essex Community College’s commitment to service and community learning continues to grow. As of this fall, the college has its…
Northern Essex Community College’s commitment to service and community learning continues to grow. As of this fall, the college has its…
Inspiring Women Share Their Stories
Children at home, a job, or fears about whether you can be successful shouldn’t stop you from continuing your education, according to…
Children at home, a job, or fears about whether you can be successful shouldn’t stop you from continuing your education, according to…
Museum Exhibit Showcases College’s Early Years
An exhibit celebrating the founding of Northern…
An exhibit celebrating the founding of Northern…
Photo for a Cause Fundraiser Underway
What started as a way for breast cancer patient Priscilla Westaway to…
Enroll now for NECC Fall Semester
There is still time to enroll at Northern Essex Community College for the fall semester that begins Wednesday, September 6, for both full and part-time students. Enroll in a program or enroll in just one class. With campuses in both…
There is still time to enroll at Northern Essex Community College for the fall semester that begins Wednesday, September 6, for both full and part-time students. Enroll in a program or enroll in just one class. With campuses in both…
Looking for Food Entrepreneur to Replace Coco Ray’s
For the past ten months, Coco Rays has been dishing up delicious tacos, burritos, and quesadillas—at very affordable prices— for Northern Essex Community College students, faculty, and staff, and the community out of the Revolving Test Kitchen (RTK) located at…
For the past ten months, Coco Rays has been dishing up delicious tacos, burritos, and quesadillas—at very affordable prices— for Northern Essex Community College students, faculty, and staff, and the community out of the Revolving Test Kitchen (RTK) located at…
Verizon Funds NECC Science Project
Sea gulls squawked as Northern Essex Community College…
Sea gulls squawked as Northern Essex Community College…
Dominican School Recruits NECC Alumni for Teaching Program
A school for gifted students nestled in the northern hills of the Dominican Republic is actively recruiting…
NECC President Lane Glenn Updates Haverhill City Council
ValleyWorks Career Center, a multi-million dollar Hospitality and Culinary Arts Institute, and thriving law enforcement academies were…
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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… 
