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NECC Students Receive State Educators’ Scholarship
Two Northern Essex Community College students, Jinette Galarza of Lawrence and James Kerr of Amesbury, recently received $750 scholarships from the Massachusetts Educational Opportunity Association. Both are involved in NECC’s Pathways to Academic &…
Two Northern Essex Community College students, Jinette Galarza of Lawrence and James Kerr of Amesbury, recently received $750 scholarships from the Massachusetts Educational Opportunity Association. Both are involved in NECC’s Pathways to Academic &…
Santa-Waldron, Mullins to Compete in Cross Country at NJCAA National Championship
The Northern Essex Community College cross country programs will see two individuals compete at the upcoming NJCAA National Championships. Sophomore Ruben Santa-Waldron of Haverhill, MA and freshman Olivia Mullins of…
The Northern Essex Community College cross country programs will see two individuals compete at the upcoming NJCAA National Championships. Sophomore Ruben Santa-Waldron of Haverhill, MA and freshman Olivia Mullins of…
Haverhill Man Trades One Science Program for Another
With strong interests in science and math, David Mesta considered engineering as his career path, but a certain Northern…
With strong interests in science and math, David Mesta considered engineering as his career path, but a certain Northern…
Andover Man Earns Scholarship Named for Andover Philanthropist
When members of the Greater Lawrence Kiwanis Club Foundation established a scholarship to honor the late, Anthony “Tony” Sakowich of Andover, Scott Bowman, a…
When members of the Greater Lawrence Kiwanis Club Foundation established a scholarship to honor the late, Anthony “Tony” Sakowich of Andover, Scott Bowman, a…
Tewksbury Woman to Represent Students on NECC Board of Trustees
Hannah Benning of Tewksbury, MA has been elected the student representative to the Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees. A General Studies: Art major, Benning is a 2015 graduate of Shawsheen Regional Technical High School. While at Northern Essex,…
More than half of NECC Students Voted in 2016
Northern Essex Community College students are voting in numbers higher than their peers at community colleges and public and private colleges and universities, according a recent study conducted by the Institute for Democracy & Higher Education at Tufts University. More…
Northern Essex Community College students are voting in numbers higher than their peers at community colleges and public and private colleges and universities, according a recent study conducted by the Institute for Democracy & Higher Education at Tufts University. More…
Bradford Woman Earns NECC Scholarships
Health issues in her early teens may have interrupted Courtney Morin’s high school education, but she isn’t letting anything interfere with her Northern Essex…
Health issues in her early teens may have interrupted Courtney Morin’s high school education, but she isn’t letting anything interfere with her Northern Essex…
Nursing is Her Calling
Allison Belisle of Haverhill always had an interest in nursing, but it took some time for her to realize it was truly her calling. After graduating from Haverhill High School in 2009, Allison…
Allison Belisle of Haverhill always had an interest in nursing, but it took some time for her to realize it was truly her calling. After graduating from Haverhill High School in 2009, Allison…
Involvement in Student Activities Leads to Success at NECC and Beyond
Participating in everything from the Top Notch Players theater group to the Student Senate and the basketball team, Grant Bellino‘s involvement on the campus earned him the nickname Mr. NECC. Through…
Participating in everything from the Top Notch Players theater group to the Student Senate and the basketball team, Grant Bellino‘s involvement on the campus earned him the nickname Mr. NECC. Through…
Lawrence Man Receives College Scholarship
Electrician Carlos Vilar is so intent on earning a college degree that he willingly uses…
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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 »
Dominican-American Author Julia Alvarez Visits Lawrence Community
Lawrence, MA (October 2, 2025) — The atrium of the Dimitry Building on Northern Essex’s Lawrence Campus was filled with warmth, wisdom, and literary legacy on Thursday evening, as celebrated Dominican-American author Julia Alvarez took center stage for a powerful… Most Viewed Stories
- NECC Culinary Arts Program Welcomes New Coordinator
- Alumni Q&A: Meet Glenda Cancel '09
- Launch of Entrepreneurship Hub at NECC
- High Hopes for NECC Athletics in Pre and Post Seasons
- State Awards NECC $147,000 Grant for Workforce Training Program
- WHAV: Northern Essex Receives Grant to Train Unemployed and Underemployed in Health Fields
