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CommonWealth Beacon: Freedom of speech must remain sacred
Political disagreement should be settled at the ballot box or mediated through the legislative process, not forced by an assassin’s bullet, writes NECC President Lane Glenn.
Eagle-Tribune: Author Julia Alvarez inspires Lawrence audience
Dominican-American writer Julia Alvarez told a capacity crowd at Northern Essex Community College about our need to establish connections by telling and listening to each others’ stories.
MassLive: Leaders sound alarm on cuts to new Mass. free community college program
While tuition and fees are still covered, need-based stipends for the most economically disadvantaged students are being reduced, including for books, supplies and cost of living, by a couple of hundred dollars each.
Daily News: NECC Theater presents ‘All in the Timing’
The show is a collection of one-act comedic plays by David Ives, known for its witty, absurd, and existentially minded explorations of language, communication, and the human condition.
Eagle-Tribune: Teens tour colleges, get sneak peek at campus life
A group of Methuen teens caught their first glimpse of college, and not from pamphlets—from stepping foot on real campuses.
WHAV:Northern Essex Community College Adds Two More Programs Where Students Work at Their Own Speed
Northern Essex Community College is offering two more programs using the Competency-Based Education model that allows students to progress through coursework as soon as they show mastery of the required skills.
Daily News: NECC announces new fund to benefit health care students
Earlier this year, Sylvia Hallsworth, an assistant dean emerita of health professions at Northern Essex Community College, established the Dr. Sylvia G. Hallsworth Fund.
New York Times: Massachusetts governor proposes $400 million for colleges, citing federal ‘uncertainty.’
Northern Essex President Lane Glenn shares how the proposal is a strategic first step in making up for some of the recent losses in federal research funding.
CC Daily: A nation of immigrants imperiled
"Today, programs are in danger of elimination, as the Trump administration has announced that $716 million in adult education program funding that was supposed to be distributed to states by July 1 is being withheld..." writes NECC President Lane Glenn…
Eagle-Tribune: Methuen woman joins NECC Foundation Board
A bank executive and local volunteer has joined the Northern Essex Community College Foundation Board.
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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 »
Knight Spotlight: Bringing the Fun
The Knight Spotlight series features one-on-one interviews between President Lane Glenn and a member of the Northern Essex Community College faculty and staff. This week, President Glenn sits down with Brianna Sorensen, NECC's assistant director of student activities, who shares… 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 »
Meet the Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Haverhill, MA (January 12, 2026) – The Northern Essex Community College Athletic Department is proud to announce the inductees for the sixth class of the Northern Essex Athletic Hall of Fame. This year’s induction ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, March… 
