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Language Barriers Couldn’t Stop this Man from Earning a College Degree
When Anthony Delgado walked across the Northern Essex Community College stage to accept his Associate in Arts Liberal Arts degree with high honors, he carried with him two languages, two cultures, and…
College Grad Turns to NECC for New Career
Computer and information sciences student Samantha Romano expected to gain valuable experience when she accepted an internship with RMON Networks, Inc., in Plaistow, NH. She didn’t expect to be offered…
Computer and information sciences student Samantha Romano expected to gain valuable experience when she accepted an internship with RMON Networks, Inc., in Plaistow, NH. She didn’t expect to be offered…
Transferring is a “Positive” Experience
Jannelly Gonzalez always felt at home in the lab. As a former phlebotomy lab assistant at Winchester Hospital, she worked long hours testing blood samples and preparing evaluations for doctors…
Jannelly Gonzalez always felt at home in the lab. As a former phlebotomy lab assistant at Winchester Hospital, she worked long hours testing blood samples and preparing evaluations for doctors…
Lawrence Man Gets Serious About Education at NECC
Carlos Rivera admits he was a less than serious student while attending Lawrence High School. The 2011 graduate enrolled at Northern Essex only because his family insisted that he…
Carlos Rivera admits he was a less than serious student while attending Lawrence High School. The 2011 graduate enrolled at Northern Essex only because his family insisted that he…
NECC First Step on Path to Engineering Degree
Nabil Saleh didn’t know what to expect when he first enrolled at Northern Essex. Raised in Lebanon, he moved to the U.S. two years ago with two things in mind: the goal of…
Nabil Saleh didn’t know what to expect when he first enrolled at Northern Essex. Raised in Lebanon, he moved to the U.S. two years ago with two things in mind: the goal of…
NECC Student Participates in NU Summer Program
One day, Northern Essex Community College student Rami Saleh would like his own start-up company where he will…
One day, Northern Essex Community College student Rami Saleh would like his own start-up company where he will…
NECC Builds Pathway to Career in Health Care for Lawrence Woman
Jenny Nunez, a married mother of four, always knew she wanted a career in the medical field, but after graduating from Lawrence High School in 2002, life got in the way of her…
Jenny Nunez, a married mother of four, always knew she wanted a career in the medical field, but after graduating from Lawrence High School in 2002, life got in the way of her…
Transferring is a “Positive” Experience for Art Student
When CJay DiPrima, co-founder of Stay Positive Apparel, transfers from NECC to Southern New Hampshire University this fall, he will take more than 80 college credits with him and a positive…
When CJay DiPrima, co-founder of Stay Positive Apparel, transfers from NECC to Southern New Hampshire University this fall, he will take more than 80 college credits with him and a positive…
Single Mom Juggles College with Work and Family
Managing full-time work with parenting two teen girls and an almost full-time college schedule isn’t easy, but Tina McNeil proves it can be done. A regional manager for Kohl’s department store and…
Managing full-time work with parenting two teen girls and an almost full-time college schedule isn’t easy, but Tina McNeil proves it can be done. A regional manager for Kohl’s department store and…
Georgetown Woman Thrives Thanks to Support Services
Once Laurine Faro learned about Northern Essex’s support services, she couldn’t imagine life without them. They were the academic lifeline she never knew she needed. The Georgetown resident had already lived…
Once Laurine Faro learned about Northern Essex’s support services, she couldn’t imagine life without them. They were the academic lifeline she never knew she needed. The Georgetown resident had already lived… Past articles by year
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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
- 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
- Eagle-Tribune: NECC student lands Amesbury job
