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NECC Students to Participate in Prestigious Festival
A dozen Northern Essex Community College students will perform an original adaptation of the play “American Gothic; The Poems…
A dozen Northern Essex Community College students will perform an original adaptation of the play “American Gothic; The Poems…
NECC Announces Free Piano Workshop
The Music Program at Northern Essex Community College is proud to present a workshop and master class in the art of piano playing by renowned music faculty member Christina Dietrich on Sunday, April 15 from…
The Music Program at Northern Essex Community College is proud to present a workshop and master class in the art of piano playing by renowned music faculty member Christina Dietrich on Sunday, April 15 from…
NASA’s First Hispanic Astronaut to Visit Merrimack Valley
Dr. Franklin Chang Diaz, the first Hispanic NASA astronaut, will present a Northern Essex Community College White Fund lecture titled “My Personal Journey through the American Dream” on Sunday, April 22, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Lawrence Senior…
NECC to Inaugurate Fourth President
On Monday, April 30 at 11 a.m., Northern Essex Community College will celebrate the Inauguration of Dr. Lane A. Glenn, the fourth president in the 50-year history of the college. President Glenn’s Inauguration will be held under a tent in…
NECC 50th Anniversary Celebration
On Friday, April 27, Northern Essex Community College will celebrate 50 years of Making a Difference, with a special event that will bring together alumni, faculty and staff, and members of the community. Held at DiBurro’s in Haverhill, NECC’s 50th…
NECC Announces Making a Difference Award Recipients
As part of its year-long 50th anniversary celebration, Northern Essex Community College is honoring influential members of the NECC community who have made a difference in the lives of others. Included in this storied list of recipients are entrepreneurs, philanthropists,…
NECC Dancers Celebrate College’s 50th
On Saturday, evening April 28, Northern Essex Community College’s Still Point Dancers will celebrate the college’s 50th anniversary with a special performance. Alumni of the college, as well as faculty and staff, are invited to attend a reception at 7…
On Saturday, evening April 28, Northern Essex Community College’s Still Point Dancers will celebrate the college’s 50th anniversary with a special performance. Alumni of the college, as well as faculty and staff, are invited to attend a reception at 7…
NECC Chorus will Grow to 50 Members
As part of the college’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, Choral Director Alisa Bucchiere is planning a special concert for Sunday, April 29 at 4 p.m. Bucchiere has gathered a 50-member chorus—including students, alumni, faculty, and staff—which will perform a program selected…
As part of the college’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, Choral Director Alisa Bucchiere is planning a special concert for Sunday, April 29 at 4 p.m. Bucchiere has gathered a 50-member chorus—including students, alumni, faculty, and staff—which will perform a program selected…
Loretta LaRoche Returns to the Merrimack Valley for NECC Fundraiser
Save the date to see comedienne Loretta LaRoche who will present an evening of humor titled “Authentic Happiness: It Takes Courage to be Happy” for Northern Essex Community College on Friday, Sept. 28, at 7:30…
Save the date to see comedienne Loretta LaRoche who will present an evening of humor titled “Authentic Happiness: It Takes Courage to be Happy” for Northern Essex Community College on Friday, Sept. 28, at 7:30…
Future Teachers Can Take MTEL Prep Course at NECC
If you have hopes of being a teacher and plan on taking the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) in May, then a 10-hour (4 week) MTEL Prep Course, offered through Northern Essex Community College’s Corporate and Community Education Center,…
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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… 
