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Northern Essex Graduate Awarded Full Scholarship to UMass Boston
Nate Hutchings, a business transfer student, is the latest Northern Essex student to be awarded the prestigious Foster Furcolo Scholarship, a full-tuition transfer award to UMass Boston. This scholarship is granted annually to one graduating student from each of Massachusetts'…
Nate Hutchings, a business transfer student, is the latest Northern Essex student to be awarded the prestigious Foster Furcolo Scholarship, a full-tuition transfer award to UMass Boston. This scholarship is granted annually to one graduating student from each of Massachusetts'…
Two Student Leaders Receive Outstanding Graduating Student Award
The Northern Essex Community College Alumni Board has announced two high honors graduates, Lana Viola and caitlin little, both of…
The Northern Essex Community College Alumni Board has announced two high honors graduates, Lana Viola and caitlin little, both of…
Students Honored at 2025 Awards Convocation
Graduating Northern Essex Community College students were honored for their achievements inside and outside the classroom at this year’s annual Awards Convocation. The May 12th ceremony was held in the Northern Essex Sport and Fitness Center on the Haverhill Campus.…
Graduating Northern Essex Community College students were honored for their achievements inside and outside the classroom at this year’s annual Awards Convocation. The May 12th ceremony was held in the Northern Essex Sport and Fitness Center on the Haverhill Campus.…
Two 2025 Graduates Named to PTK All-Massachusetts Academic Team
Boston, MA (May 9, 2025) — The Massachusetts Association of Community Colleges recognizes two Northern Essex Community College students for outstanding academic achievement and exemplary student service. They selected Nayeli Almanzar-Lizardo and Daniela Valdivia-Terres for the 2025 Phi Theta Kappa…
Boston, MA (May 9, 2025) — The Massachusetts Association of Community Colleges recognizes two Northern Essex Community College students for outstanding academic achievement and exemplary student service. They selected Nayeli Almanzar-Lizardo and Daniela Valdivia-Terres for the 2025 Phi Theta Kappa…
2025 Student Commencement Speaker Found NECC on his Journey Back to Health
College wasn't always part of the plan for Michael McDougal of Haverhill. Despite being smart and naturally curious, the rigors of high school didn’t suit his learning style. At 16 years old, he dropped out, opting instead to get his…
College wasn't always part of the plan for Michael McDougal of Haverhill. Despite being smart and naturally curious, the rigors of high school didn’t suit his learning style. At 16 years old, he dropped out, opting instead to get his…
Alumni Q&A: Meet Katie Cook
Occupation: President and CEO of the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce What initially inspired you to attend NECC? Where were you on your professional/personal journey prior to enrolling? Right after high school,…
Occupation: President and CEO of the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce What initially inspired you to attend NECC? Where were you on your professional/personal journey prior to enrolling? Right after high school,…
Student Spotlight: Finding Community at NECC
For many students, the decision on where to pursue higher education can be a daunting one. However, for one Northern Essex Community College student, the choice was clear. Growing up in the Lawrence and Methuen area, Mary Hopwood expressed how…
For many students, the decision on where to pursue higher education can be a daunting one. However, for one Northern Essex Community College student, the choice was clear. Growing up in the Lawrence and Methuen area, Mary Hopwood expressed how…
Student Journalists Win Awards for NECC Observer
Portland, ME (March 29, 2025) – Northern Essex Community College student journalists from the NECC Observer recently won awards from The New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) in the college division of the Better Newspaper competition. Shaun Hood of…
Portland, ME (March 29, 2025) – Northern Essex Community College student journalists from the NECC Observer recently won awards from The New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) in the college division of the Better Newspaper competition. Shaun Hood of…
MassReconnect Student Shares Passion for Community Engagement
Northern Essex Community College student caitlin little has only lived in Haverhill for a couple years. But in that time, she’s immersed herself in the local community. Initially hailing from Nebraska, little is a general studies major and a member…
Northern Essex Community College student caitlin little has only lived in Haverhill for a couple years. But in that time, she’s immersed herself in the local community. Initially hailing from Nebraska, little is a general studies major and a member…
Q&A with Criminal Justice Major Mirelys Morales
When Mirelys Morales graduated from Methuen High School in 2021, she wasn't sure what she should do next. With some gentle nudges from her parents, she decided to explore Northern Essex Community College. Now, just a few months away from…
When Mirelys Morales graduated from Methuen High School in 2021, she wasn't sure what she should do next. With some gentle nudges from her parents, she decided to explore Northern Essex Community College. Now, just a few months away from… Past articles by year
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Alumni Q&A: Meet Keaton Van Thof ’12
Occupation: Surgical Specialist Director, Glaukos Corporation What initially inspired you to attend NECC? Where were you on your professional/personal journey prior to enrolling? Looking back to when I decided to attend NECC brings… 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… 
