Observer Department: Features
Portrait of a professor: The philosophies of Meredith Gunning
Meredith Gunning, Professor of Philosophy at Northern Essex Community College, opens up about where she came from and gives insight on her motivations and philosophies both in and out of the classroom. In the suburbs of Scarborough, Toronto, young, zany and candid Meredith Gunning grew up in a very exciting,…
Students share tips on fighting ‘seasonal slump’
While many enjoy the weather that winter in New England brings, many others suffer to get the motivation to go about their regular routines. With the confinement indoors due to the cold, excitement of the holidays in the past, shorter days, and COVID restrictions, many people start to lose energy…
A balancing act: Alumn shares advice on juggling school, work and family responsibilities
There’s a pressure to work today, especially for college students. Student debt is a fear that looms over many student’s heads, as well as the desire to move away from home and be their own person. There’s also the belief that if you have free time as a college student,…
Students share tips on how to fight the ‘seasonal slump’
While many enjoy the skiing weather that winter in New England brings, many others suffer to get the motivation to go about their regular daily routines. This “seasonal slump” is especially prevalent in students. With the confinement indoors due to the cold weather, excitement of the holidays in the past, shorter days, and…
Students vs. COVID
A daily struggle with seemingly no perfect or correct answer, yet there has to be a unique solution for every individual. The story of a procrastinating student is overused and treacherously boring to a lot of people, but it still exists and Covid has not helped. One might come to the conclusion that…
Why are high school students choosing to become dual enrollment students at NECC?
High School Students in Newburyport are now taking dual enrollment classes at Northern Essex Community College, however, they all seem to be doing it for different reasons, paving the way for their future. Whether it is to prepare, save money, stand out, or explore interests, becoming a dual enrollment student has its…
A year in review: Haverhill woman reflects on her first year as a business owner
As the date marking the opening of her business quickly approaches in just a few weeks, Haverhill local Ellen Farmer reflects on her first year as a small business owner. Farmer, who’s a member of Haverhill High School’s class of 2014, opened Monarch Nutrition on Winter Street in March of…
Student Life Coordinator keeps students connected with NECC
Student Life Coordinator, Stephanie Haskell, has a lot on her plate at NECC, but she is an integral part of the Northern Essex community. Haskell is from Concord New Hampshire and has been working at Northern Essex for over three years now since September of 2018. There are many important…
Tutoring Center makes a difference for students
Northern Essex Community College offers a variety of one-on-one support services that students can take advantage of while on campus, including the Tutoring Center. Students can utilize this resource if they are seeking help on a particular assignment from a professional tutor. Students can also connect with a tutor if…
What the Respiratory Care Club at NECC is all about
At Northern Essex Community College, students can become involved on campus through a number of different clubs and organizations like the Respiratory Care Club. In the club, students studying respiratory care have the opportunity to discuss health-related conditions, and can take advantage of different volunteer opportunities allowing them to give…
