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Boston Globe: How to champion Latinx college students in Massachusetts
The question of how to best serve Hispanic students in higher education is imperative from a business and economic standpoint for the Commonwealth.
Boston Globe: Here’s the nine New England baseball prospects selected on Day 2 of the MLB amateur draft
The Tampa Bay Rays selected NECC star pitcher Jayden Voelker in the 8th round of the MLB draft.
MLB.com: Rays pick up pitching help, intriguing catcher on Day 2 of MLB Draft
The Tampa Bay Rays pick up pitching help, intriguing catcher on Day 2 of MLB Draft including former NECC star Jayden Voelker
Eagle-Tribune: The Big Three: Locals expecting to hear name called at MLB Draft
Major League Baseball will be holding its annual amateur draft and it’s expected that three local players will be drafted between Andover resident Matt Conte, former Pinkerton Academy star Brady Day and Jayden Voelker, who just finished his two-year career…
Daily News: Georgetown resident, Port bank president named to NECC board
Georgetown resident Steven Smalley was one of four people recently named to the Northern Essex Community College Foundation board.
WHAV: Program Drove Over Age 25 Enrollment at Northern Essex, Other Community Colleges Nearly 45%
The Healey-Driscoll Administration says MassReconnect drove community college enrollment of those over age 25 up nearly 45% and overall enrollment 8% during its first academic year.
Eagle-Tribune: Home court advantage: NECC’s playbook for investing in athletics at community colleges
At a time when colleges across the country have been downsizing or entirely eliminating athletics programs, NECC has recognized the tremendous benefits intercollegiate sports offer.
WHAV: Northern Essex Baseball Has Top Pitcher for Second Year Running
For the second year in a row, the Northern Essex Community College Knights baseball program is home to the country’s top pitcher in the National Junior College Athletic Association.
WHAV: NECC Hoops Standout Reynoso Goes Pro
When the Dominican Republic’s top professional basketball league, the six-team LNB, begins its Super League season on June 18, Northern Essex Community College standout Luis Reynoso will be there.
Daily News: Ceremony honors 500 Early College students
More than 500 graduating seniors from more than 20 area high schools, including Newburyport High and Clark School in Rowley, earned college credits in addition to high school diplomas as participants in Northern Essex Community College’s Early College program.
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High Hopes for NECC Athletics in Pre and Post Seasons
Haverhill, MA (October 30, 2025) — This past week brought good news for three Northern Essex Community College athletic teams. The men's basketball team learned it was ranked eighth in the NJCAA Preseason poll. And the men’s soccer and women’s… Faculty & Staff »
NECC Culinary Arts Program Welcomes New Coordinator
After more than 15 years working in restaurants ranging from cozy mom-and-pop diners to high-end catering operations, chef Bryan Philbrook has found a new home — in the classroom. As the new Culinary Arts degree program coordinator at Northern Essex,… Campus & Community »
October 2025 Board of Trustees Update
Haverhill, MA (October 1, 2025) – The Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees met on the Haverhill Campus for its October meeting. Topics included optimizing class schedules for students, a review of the supplemental budget, and an update on… Programs »
State Awards NECC $147,000 Grant for Workforce Training Program
Northern Essex Community College will receive $147,258 as part of a statewide initiative to create workforce training programs for adults looking to enter or re-enter the workforce. The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced that they are awarding a total of $1.5 million… Events »
Students Recognized for Success in Re-Entry Program
When Rashad Diggs first walked through the doors of the STAR Center in Lawrence in March 2025, he wasn’t sure what to expect. A few months later, he stood before a cheering crowd of staff, classmates, and family members celebrating… Most Viewed Stories
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