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NECC’s Dean of Health has a Passion for Paramedicine
In his “day job”, Scott Lancaster, NECC’s dean of health professions, provides leadership for the…
In his “day job”, Scott Lancaster, NECC’s dean of health professions, provides leadership for the…
NECC Faculty and Staff Complete National Mental Health First Aid® Training
Recognizing that many college students suffer from anxiety and depression, Northern Essex Community College is working…
Recognizing that many college students suffer from anxiety and depression, Northern Essex Community College is working…
New Police Academy Director Appointed
Joshua Stokel of Portsmouth, NH, a retired deputy chief of police with extensive experience teaching criminal justice at the college level, has been appointed director of the…
Joshua Stokel of Portsmouth, NH, a retired deputy chief of police with extensive experience teaching criminal justice at the college level, has been appointed director of the…
NECC Faculty/Staff Receive National Recognition
Five Northern Essex Community College faculty were recently named recipients of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Awards for Excellence,…
Transitioning to Online: Reflections from a Faculty Member
Sarah Courchesne, professor of natural sciences, taught online for the first time in the spring, due to the pandemic. Courchesne values connecting with her…
Sarah Courchesne, professor of natural sciences, taught online for the first time in the spring, due to the pandemic. Courchesne values connecting with her…
NECC Dean is Leader in Paramedic Research
Scott Lancaster, Northern Essex Community College’s interim dean of health professions, took top honors at an international conference, hosted by the leading organization for emergency medical services…
Scott Lancaster, Northern Essex Community College’s interim dean of health professions, took top honors at an international conference, hosted by the leading organization for emergency medical services…
New Admission Director Has Background Similar to Many of Our Students
Northern Essex Community College’s new Director of Recruitment and Admission Monzerrath (Monze) Stark-Magaña traveled all the way from Idaho for the opportunity to work at Northern Essex. Stark-Magaña spent most of her life in rural Idaho, more recently Moscow, where…
COVID-19: One Family Story
Jacqueline Dick, coordinator of our Public Health program, has a master’s degree and years of experience teaching public health. And, she spent the summer training contact tracers. Still, the…
Jacqueline Dick, coordinator of our Public Health program, has a master’s degree and years of experience teaching public health. And, she spent the summer training contact tracers. Still, the…
Professor of English and ESL Receives NECC’s Social Justice Award
Northern Essex Community College President…
Northern Essex Community College President…
NECC Announces New Dean of Students
Eager and empathetic, doctoral candidate Jonathan L. Miller, Northern Essex’s new dean of student affairs, hopes students feel comfortable approaching him with whatever issue or problem they…
Eager and empathetic, doctoral candidate Jonathan L. Miller, Northern Essex’s new dean of student affairs, hopes students feel comfortable approaching him with whatever issue or problem they… Past articles by year
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Meet Student Kenberly Prospere: Where Support Means Student Success
At 17 years old, Northern Essex Community College student Kenberly Prospere already had a foothold in the healthcare field. Working as a Medical Assistant confirmed her early plan to pursue nursing, and when she enrolled at Northern Essex, she expected… 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… 
