Observer Department: Opinion
Anti-Semitism in 2018
Trying to move forward from a tradgedy In light of the recent attacks on The Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh many thoughts are on the country’s mind and hearts lie heavy. Regardless of political affiliation, it should be easy for us to agree that this hate crime was a…
NECC’s health services
Does Northern Essex have adequate health services? On a Friday morning of September 2016, then 19-year-old student Haley Abernathy was stepping off of a curb on NECC’s campus when she rolled her ankle and felt immediate pain. Abernathy had fractured her foot, and near by students called campus security. Abernathy…
The happiest place on earth
Did the Disney College Program make all my dreams come true? I have been a “Disney” fanatic my whole life. From my Camp Rock and Hannah Montana Birthday Parties when I was a tween, to the before of watching all the golden age movies on repeat like The Lion King,…
Starting off the semester right
A few ways to stay healthy, stay organized and stay on schedule From myself and all of us at the Observer, welcome back! I hope you had a restful and fun summer. For those who are just joining the Northern Essex community, Here’s a few ways you can own your…
The story remains the same
Plenty of haymakers have been thrown but none of them are connecting. Watching the second presidential debate reminded me of one thing. A tired pair of overweight boxers trying desperately to knock each other out with one massive punch and looking terribly un-athletic while doing it. Neither have the makeup…
David Ortiz: Beyond the batters box
Another autumn is well under way and along with the holiday cheer, bright colors, and pumpkin spice lattes there is another thing notorious to October around here. The Red Sox used to be known for their epic collapses right around now but over the years they have flipped the script. …
2016’s ‘The Jungle Book’ outshines original
Some people are absolutely militant when it comes to the idea of remakes. “Why bother trying to fix what isn’t broken?” they roar, spittle flying from their mouths as they work themselves up into a futile rage. “Is nothing sacred?” These people are probably disgusted with Disney’s recent idea to…
Opinion: Lawrence campus offers better food
By Carly Colombo Correspondent A small counter sits in the Dimitri building atrium selling food and drinks to students. The counter is known as Napolitana, and serves as the main food vendor for the Lawrence campus as well as the building across the street next to the bookstore. What many…
NECC can’t wait for summer
By: Sarah Colpitts Correspondent As the days get longer, and temperatures get warmer (sort of), NECC students are looking forward the summer months just weeks away. May 15 marks the official end of the spring 2016 semester, and students are ready to break free from the books. Journalism major Francisco…
Don’t let anyone bring you down
It seems like it doesn’t matter how hard you study or how many hours you work; someone will always think it wasn’t enough. With constant evaluations of status and accomplishments, it’s hard to believe that we can even focus on schoolwork. Why do we spend so much time trying to…
