NECC Observer

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


Exploring the power of ChatGPT: A comprehensive overview

By        September 25, 2023 Disclaimer: The title, as well as some of the text within this document was written by ChatGPT How ChatGPT works In simple terms, ChatGPT works as an AI capable of summarizing...
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Convocation celebration: Students return for fall semester

By        September 25, 2023 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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Easily accessible art on display in Andover

By        September 25, 2023 When looking to delve deeper into art and culture, one need not travel far or even spend any money to do so. Many people would be pleasantly surprised to learn that they can...
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Eight tips from Career Services for NECC graduates

By        April 28, 2023 Photo courtesy of Career Services Congratulations soon-to-be NECC graduates! You have accomplished a great deal in your NECC journey – taking courses during the pandemic and...
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Students and faculty opposed to removal of student resources coordinator position

By        April 26, 2023 College administrators have proposed eliminating the position of Civic Engagement, Service-Learning, and Community Resources Coordinator. Since 2015, working on developing plans...
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SMART meals available for free on campus

By        April 7, 2023 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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NECC hit by cyberattack

By        March 10, 2023 Students, faculty and staff are trying to get back on track after Northern Essex Community College was hit by an apparent cyberattack, which led to canceled classes and outages...
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A second half surge fuels a 98-63 win, NECC men’s basketball advances to semi-finals

By        March 10, 2023 A second half surge fuels a 98-63 win, advance to semi-finals  In the quarterfinals of the region 21 East district playoff tournament The Knights took down Rhode Island Community...
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