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WHAV: Higher Ed Leaders Unite to Strengthen Community College Transfer Pathways
As the spring semester began at Northern Essex Community College, three higher education leaders came together to ensure those students have an easier time making their next school enrollment.
Daily News: Higher ed leaders visit NECC for convocation
The spring 2026 semester at Northern Essex Community College began with examining a critical component of student success: creating seamless transfer pathways for students following completion of their associate degrees.
WHAV: Northern Essex Community College Presents ‘A Christmas Carol’ Friday-Sunday
Ebenezer Scrooge, the Ghost of Christmas Past, the Cratchit Family and all other Charles Dickens, characters come to life this weekend as Northern Essex Community College brings back “A Christmas Carol.”
Daily News: A NECC success story
A Northern Essex Community College health specialization student is among just four students from across the state honored at this year’s Massachusetts Educational Opportunity Association (MEOA) Scholarship Awards in New Bedford.
Daily News: NECC presents ‘A Christmas Carol’
A beloved holiday tradition returns to the stage this weekend as Northern Essex Community College Music, in collaboration with NECC Theater in the Liberal Arts Division, presents “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens.
Eagle-Tribune: NECC student from Groveland earns state award
A Northern Essex Community College health specialization student is among just four students from across the state honored at this year’s Massachusetts Educational Opportunity Association (MEOA) Scholarship Awards in New Bedford.
WHAV: Groveland Woman Who Went to Northern Essex at Age 45 Earns Scholarship and Recognition
A Groveland woman has the distinction of being one of only four students statewide honored at the recent Massachusetts Educational Opportunity Association Scholarship Awards in New Bedford.
WHAV: Northern Essex Community College Taking Athletic Hall of Fame Nominations
The Athletic Department at Northern Essex Community College is accepting nominations for its Hall of Fame Class of 2026.
CC Daily: You’ve won the lottery jackpot! Now what?
This commentary from Northern Essex President Lane Glenn shows just how far donations can go when given to places like community colleges.
Eagle-Tribune: NECC student lands Amesbury job
A love of numbers runs in the family for Northern Essex Community College accounting student Nicholas Gilmore.
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Student Journalists Win Three Regional Awards
Haverhill, MA (March 31, 2026) — Northern Essex Community College student journalists from the NECC Observer recently won three awards from The New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) in the college division of the Better Newspaper competition. Daniela Valdivia-Terres… Faculty & Staff »
NECC Alumni Magazine Wins National Award
Washington, D.C.— The Northern Essex Community College's biannual alumni magazine recently earned recognition from the National Council of Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR). The Spring '25 edition of alumnecc, Finding the Helpers, was awarded a silver Paragon in the magazine… Campus & Community »
Delgado selected to play in NJCAA All-Star Game, Stratton named All-Star Game Coach
Haverhill, MA (April 16, 2026) – NJCAA National Player of the Year Alejandro Delgado (Haverhill) and NJCAA National Coach of the Year Darren Stratton of the national championship-winning Northern Essex Community College men’s basketball team have been selected for the… Programs »
NECC Among Colleges Launching New Apprenticeship Degree Programs
Boston, MA (March 10, 2026) — Six Massachusetts community colleges are partnering with employers across the state to launch new apprenticeship degree programs that combine paid, on-the-job training with academic coursework—connecting students to high-growth careers while helping employers close critical… Events »
NECC Theater Presents “Angels in America”
Haverhill, MA (April 9, 2026) — Northern Essex Community College Theater is proud to present this spring's production, "Angels in America," by Tony Kushner. The show will be performed April 30- May 3 at the Chester H. Hawrylciw Theater in… 
