Observer Department: Opinion
Redefining education: The journey of an Early College student into the world of engineering
Editor’s Note: Lana Viola is an NECC student and a Policy Fellow for the Massachusetts Alliance for Early College. If you had the opportunity to take college classes during high school and save thousands of dollars while learning valuable skills, would you take it? As someone who had this chance…
Evaluating the Early College program in Haverhill
Editor’s Note: Noelle Gregoire is a former Early College student at Haverhill High School and NECC and that she wanted to share this op-ed on the current view of the Early College program in Haverhill and the demographic of students participating. Recently a controversy sparked over who is participating in…
Planning ahead: Applying for summer and fall internships and jobs
Did you know that many summer internships and job posts are posted between January and early March? Competitive fall semester internships are already posted! If you are interested in applying, it’s important to start searching early. Here is some important information to consider as you begin. Internships vs. Jobs Internships…
Donald Trump’s dangerous rhetoric
Donald Trump’s communication, often highlighted by his use of divisive rhetoric and dangerous speech, stands as a powerful example of dangerous political discourse. His approach, known for its antagonistic and emotionally charged language, employs strategies like the ‘big lie’ and ‘firehose of falsehood’ to influence public perception and rally his…
Biden deserves more credit
A Year of Transformation: President Joe Biden’s Accomplishments In the corridors of power, where decisions echo through history, President Joe Biden embarked on a journey to reshape America. His first year in office was marked by determination, resilience, and a commitment to addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Here, we…
Lies Donald Trump tells
It’s a well-known fact that Donald Trump lied over 30,000 times in just the four years he was president. has consistently propagated falsehoods and misinformation about that crosses his mind and may be beneficial to him. We will look at just a sliver of some of the falsehoods he spreads. …
Internships: What are they and how can I get one?
Internships are a popular way for college students to gain entry-level experience, build skills, and network in a short period of time. There are many internships you can apply to online, or you can connect with a company to make your own. Whether you are in your first year at…
Prepare your vehicle for a New England winter
Editor’s Note: Nathaniel is a part-time student and a certified Walmart Auto Care Center Service Technician. As the winter months approach, average daytime and nighttime temperatures drop, and rain turns into snow. Preparing your vehicle for the colder months will aid in prolonging the vehicle’s life as well as maintaining…
The issues that matter most for students
With the 2024 presidential election less than a year away, it is important to look at the differences between the Trump Administration and the Biden Administration. The contrasting approaches of the Trump and Biden administrations in key policy areas, such as the economy, abortion rights, health care, climate change, immigration,…
Ukraine still in need of support
With the recent attacks on Israel by Hamas and the ongoing conflict with Palestine, the war in Ukraine has not been talked about as much in recent months and still deserves the attention of the United States. The war in Ukraine has been ongoing since 2014, and it has had…
