NECC Observer

The student news website of Northern Essex Community College, Haverhill and Lawrence, Mass.


NECC students and information on campus

Northern Essex Community College has shown to have a continued interest in engaging its students in all aspects of being an NECC Knight. This is true whether through the...
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LGBTQ+ pride on campus: An exploration into NECC’s GSA

Photo by Campus Life Editor Demiya Silva Pride and representation for the LGBTQ+ community has become an increasingly important issue in our country. There are many laws...
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Convocation celebration: Students return for fall semester

Students in PACE, SOAR and other programs took part in NECC’s Convocation Ceremony on Sept. 5. The day began with a light breakfast before the ceremony. At breakfast, the...
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Nakia Richardson meets virtually with NECC students

Nakia Richardson recently did a virtual zoom meet on Thursday April 14, with the principles of public relations class, along with other students and staff who also attended in...
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Enjoy more down time with more management time

We use time management skills in our everyday life. “Work smarter not harder”, said Krista Digloria at the Weekly Knight Workshop (WKW) hosted by Orientation Team Members,...
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Students get a chance to let their voices be heard: Public Relations students invite you to the 2023 Speechapalooza event

Photo courtesy Principles of Public Relations class Northern Essex Community College students are excited to announce the upcoming Speechapalooza event, which will take place on...
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Alum talks business, shares advice for entrepreneurs

NECC alum Travis Jacobs, who graduated in 1998, founder and managing partner at The Jacobs Law LLC, came back to his alma mater to share his knowledge and experience as a lawyer...
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SMART meals available for free on campus

The NECC food programs are partnering with Food For Free, a wonderful organization dedicated to reducing food waste and supporting local meal programs, to bring students free...
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