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Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss
Beloved children’s author Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, was born on March 2,…
Beloved children’s author Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, was born on March 2,…
NECC Celebrates Black History Month
In the fall of 1845 two of history’s greatest liberators and orators met in Dublin, Ireland. That historic meeting is the focus of Northern Essex Community College’s Black History Month Celebration on Tuesday, February…
In the fall of 1845 two of history’s greatest liberators and orators met in Dublin, Ireland. That historic meeting is the focus of Northern Essex Community College’s Black History Month Celebration on Tuesday, February…
Commissioner visits with Latino students on NECC campus
Eagle Tribune, 2-4-16, P. 1 BY ZOE MATHEWS zmathews@eagletribune.com LAWRENCE — Carlos Santiago, the first Latino to be named Massachusetts Commissioner of Higher Education, Wednesday visited the Lawrence campus of Northern Essex Community College, where about 60 percent of the…
February Trustees Report
Dr. Carlos Santiago, the Massachusetts commissioner of higher education, was the special guest at the February 3 meeting of the Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees. After spending a day at Northern Essex, meeting with students, faculty, staff, community…
DHE Commissioner has Whirlwind Tour of NECC
Dr. Carlos Santiago, Massachusetts commissioner of higher education since July, visited Northern Essex Community…
NECC ArtSpace Gallery Presents “I am Yorick”
California artist Erin Cooney will invite the public to explore mortality through her new exhibit “I am Yorick,” on display in the Northern Essex Community College Linda Hummel-Shea…
California artist Erin Cooney will invite the public to explore mortality through her new exhibit “I am Yorick,” on display in the Northern Essex Community College Linda Hummel-Shea…
Run to Join the President’s Running Club
Whether you are looking to get in shape or stay in shape, the NECC President’s Running Cub, which begins Monday,…
Spring Semester Opens with Convocation
Northern Essex Community College has a clear vision of the future. That was the message delivered under the…
School/College Partnership will Benefit Students with Intellectual Disabilities from Lawrence and Methuen
Northern Essex Community College has received a $105,000 grant from the Massachusetts Executive…
Northern Essex Community College has received a $105,000 grant from the Massachusetts Executive…
NECC Builds Partnerships with Colleges in the Dominican Republic
Only 11 percent of Lawrence residents…
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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… 
