Student Government Association

Meetings:

SGA meets every other Tuesday at 4:00 PM during the fall and spring semesters. Meetings take place in person in SC-203 (Haverhill) or on Zoom. All NECC students are welcome. Email SGA for Zoom access.

SGA works on:

• Listening to and discussing student concerns, then bringing them to the appropriate administrators
• Reviewing annual budget requests from clubs and organizations
• Overseeing fundraising for the annual Class Gift
• Hosting events that engage and educate the student body
• Representing NECC at open houses, U-Knighted Fairs, and major campus events
• Helping members build confidence, communication skills, and leadership experience
• Participating in All College Assembly committees and reporting on SGA initiatives

SGA Constitution 

Ratified: December 7, 1984

Amended:

• February 24, 1993
• July 5, 1995
• April 14, 2004
• February 26, 2014
• November 6, 2017
• October 5, 2022
• November 4, 2025

How Can You Run for Student Government or Student Trustee?

Spring 2026 Self-Nominations for Executive Board Positions are now open! Please fill out the following form to get involved.

SGA Executive Board Interest Form: Spring 2026 

Eligibility Requirements

1. Ability to attend meetings on every other Tuesday, 4–5:30 PM
2. Minimum 2.3 GPA for Executive Board positions
3. Enrolled in 6+ credits during each semester you serve
4. In good academic and conduct standing
5. Submit the interest form to be considered

A Call to Action

Before submitting your interest form, we invite you to read the attached letter from Nicholas Vintzileos, outgoing SGA President. In his message, Nicholas reflects on how SGA helped him build confidence, find community, and make a meaningful impact—from supporting student needs to developing campus-wide initiatives.

He encourages new students to step forward and continue this work:

“This is your turn to carry the torch and carry NECC to that next level… Your student involvement will inspire others to get involved.”

As you consider running for a position, his letter offers a motivating look at what SGA leadership can mean for your growth, your future, and the NECC community.

SGA Suggestion & Request for Information Inbox

Use this anonymous form to share your ideas, concerns, or suggestions about the NECC experience.

Every positive change begins with an idea—and your voice helps guide the work SGA brings to college leadership. You may submit anonymously or include contact info if you’d like a response.

Students are also welcome to bring ideas directly to SGA meetings, held every other Tuesday at 4:00 PM during fall and spring semesters.

Please contact SGA at studentgovernment@student.necc.edu for more information about where SGA meetings are held and/or how to obtain the Zoom info to join us virtually.

Class Gift

• 2019: Foosball table and board games for Lawrence Campus
• 2020: Outdoor study seating on Haverhill Campus
• 2021: Water bottle fill station in the Dimitry Building (Lawrence)
• 2022: Sensory Space in Cube 3, Behrakis Student Center (Haverhill)

Golden Lamp Award 

The Student Government Association is seeking students to nominate outstanding faculty or staff members for recognition!

Is there a faculty or staff member that you know who:

• has helped you excel in a specific class or on a specific assignment?
• has gone above and beyond the call of duty for you or another student?
• has generally made your life better while at NECC?

If so, please nominate them for SGA’s Golden Lamp Award using this form.

Students may nominate one person per semester.

All nominees receive a copy of their nomination and a certificate. Three recipients per semester also receive an SGA gift.

For questions, email studentgovernment@student.necc.edu.

Fall 2022 Golden Lamp Award Winners 

Elizabeth Burrows

Michael Rideout

Meredith Gunning

Spring 2022 Golden Lamp Award Winners 

Stephanie Haskell

Kathy Hudson

Patricia Shade

Meeting Minutes Archive 

• Meeting Minutes November 17, 2022
• Meeting Minutes October 20, 2022
• Meeting Minutes October 6, 2022
• Meeting Minutes for September 15, 2022
• Meeting Minutes April 7, 2022
• Meeting Minutes March 3, 2022
• Meeting Minutes February 3, 2022
• Meeting Minutes December 2, 2021
• Meeting Minutes November 4, 2021
• Meeting Minutes October 7, 2021
• Meeting Minutes September 16, 2021
• Meeting Minutes August 30, 2021
• Meeting Minutes April 15, 2021
• Meeting Minutes April 1, 2021
• Meeting Minutes March 4, 2021
• Meeting Minutes February 18, 2021
• Meeting Minutes February 4, 2021 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes January 21, 2021 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes December 3, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes November 5, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes October 15, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes September 17, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes September 14, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes May 14, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes May 7, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes April 30, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes April 16, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes April 2, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes March 5, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes February 27, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes February 6, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes January 30, 2020 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes December 5, 2019 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes November 25, 2019 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes November 21, 2019 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes November 14, 2019 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes October 25, 2019 (PDF)
• Meeting Minutes October 17, 2019 (PDF)