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NECC Gave Trumpeter Time to Study and Play
Northern Essex gave Lindsey Michaud the opportunity to earn an associate degree while doing what she most enjoys – playing her trumpet. The Lowell resident, who has played the trumpet…
Northern Essex gave Lindsey Michaud the opportunity to earn an associate degree while doing what she most enjoys – playing her trumpet. The Lowell resident, who has played the trumpet…
North Andover Resident and NECC Nursing Student Earns Scholarship
Nearly 20 years ago, when Erin Ring left Northern Essex Community College’s nursing program due to health issues, she promised herself that…
Nearly 20 years ago, when Erin Ring left Northern Essex Community College’s nursing program due to health issues, she promised herself that…
Scholarship Validates Andover Man’s Decision to Attend NECC
When Jacob Barry graduated from Andover High School four years ago he knew he wasn’t ready…
When Jacob Barry graduated from Andover High School four years ago he knew he wasn’t ready…
NECC Students Spend Summer at UMass Lowell Research Program
Two Northern Essex Community College students, Nabil Saleh of Methuen and Kelsey Wright of Lawrence spent…
Two Northern Essex Community College students, Nabil Saleh of Methuen and Kelsey Wright of Lawrence spent…
NECC Great First Step on Path to Bachelor’s Degree
Merrimac resident Faith Gregory came to NECC with a passion for journalism and a plan to make the most of it. When she first enrolled in the college’s Liberal Arts:Journalism/Communication Program, she knew she had found the right start on…
Merrimac resident Faith Gregory came to NECC with a passion for journalism and a plan to make the most of it. When she first enrolled in the college’s Liberal Arts:Journalism/Communication Program, she knew she had found the right start on…
Summer 2015 Dean’s List Announced
Dr. William Heineman, vice president of academic affairs, Northern Essex Community College, is pleased to announce the appointment of students to the Dean’s List for the Summer 2015 term. To be included, students must attain a grade point average of…
Radiology Student Earns National Scholarship
Emily Knox, a student in the Radiologic Technology Program at Northern Essex Community College and…
Emily Knox, a student in the Radiologic Technology Program at Northern Essex Community College and…
Journalist Found Her Voice at NECC
As an award winning columnist for the Philadelphia Daily News, Northern Essex alumna Helen Ubiñas covers hard-hitting news stories, such as the Baltimore riots and the fatal Amtrak train crash outside of Philadelphia. NECC Journalism graduate…
As an award winning columnist for the Philadelphia Daily News, Northern Essex alumna Helen Ubiñas covers hard-hitting news stories, such as the Baltimore riots and the fatal Amtrak train crash outside of Philadelphia. NECC Journalism graduate…
NECC Leads to Successful Career in Respiratory Care
When friends recommended Northern Essex to Heather Bompane, she came and took a tour and realized this was the place for her. The 2008 Malden High School graduate knew…
When friends recommended Northern Essex to Heather Bompane, she came and took a tour and realized this was the place for her. The 2008 Malden High School graduate knew…
CIS Student is Recipient of Proietti Scholarship
When the family, friends, and colleagues of the late Kathy Proietti, a native of Haverhill, long-time resident of…
When the family, friends, and colleagues of the late Kathy Proietti, a native of Haverhill, long-time resident of… Past articles by year
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Knights Win First-Ever National Championship
Herkimer, NY (March 14, 2026) — The Northern Essex Community College men's basketball team has made history: they are the first college athletic team to win a national title. The Knights defeated Dallas Richland College (Dallas, TX) 68-62 Saturday night… Faculty & Staff »
Dan Blair Named Athletic Director of the Year
Haverhill, MA (March 16, 2026) – The National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics has named Northern Essex Community College Athletics Director Dan Blair as one of its 2026 Athletic Director of the Year (ADOY) Award recipients. NACDA announced the… Campus & Community »
Women of the NECC-MPTC Academy Discover Their Calling and Community Together
This Women’s History Month, we’re proud to spotlight the women of this year’s Northern Essex Community College Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) cohort. These future officers who are not only preparing to serve communities across the Merrimack Valley and Commonwealth… 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 to Hold Fourth Annual Impact Awards
Northern Essex Community College is proud to recognize those who have made lasting contributions to the college and its students with the fourth annual Impact Awards. The following outstanding community members will be honored at a breakfast ceremony on Wednesday,… Most Viewed Stories
- Knights Win First-Ever National Championship
- Dan Blair Named Athletic Director of the Year
- NECC Among Colleges Launching New Apprenticeship Degree Programs
- Student Earns Selective Scholarship
- Eagle-Tribune: Northern Essex men roll into NJCAA Final Four
- The Boston Globe: Massachusetts community colleges to launch apprenticeship degree programs
