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Older students find opportunities at NECC
However, many others choose to return in later stages of life. This could be for one of many reasons. It could be for better job opportunities, to feel the accomplishment of earning a degree or simply because there are subjects they would like to learn more about. Read More
Julia Alvarez visits
Photo by Editor-in-Chief Lidia Ramirez
The White Fund gave Julia Alvarez a boquet of flowers. From left to right: Julia Alvarez, White Fund Board Trustees, James Dowd, Amita Kiley and David Abdoo.
Northern Essex Community College has begun the year with an appreciative and beneficial event, “Literature, Legacy, Community. An Evening with Julia Alvarez.” Sponsored by the White Fund and hosted by NECC’s Vice President Naydeen Gonzalez-De Jesus along with some staff members, the event took place on the Lawrence Campus during the evening of Oct. 2, where special guest Julia ... Read More
AI experts meet students
Photo by Shaun Hood
From left to right, Susan Tashjian, Angela Abad, Don Vescio, Peter Shea, David Kim, Samantha Romano, Kim Lyng, and Daniela Valdivia-Terres
The first AI Panel Event in NECC was held on April 16, and it gathered staff, students and faculty in the Lecture Hall, all of them curious to ask questions about AI, artificial intelligence. Five panelists from different industries, using AI at their workplace, shared their experience and insights about AI. The public had the opportunity to engange in a conversation or share t... Read More
Observer staff win NENPA awards April 2025
Photo by Mary Jo Shafer
Shaun Hood
Shaun Hood of Groveland and Observer correspondents received a first place award for best arts and entertainment section and former Observer Editor-in-Chief/Opinion Editor Kim Zappala of Haverhill won a third place award for best opinion section. The awards were announced at NENPA’s annual convention March 29 in Portland, Maine. Read More
Immigration conversations
Photo by Editor-in-Chief Daniela Valdivia-Terres
The Red Card contains immigration rights in English and Spanish in the back.
NECC immigrant students – with or without legal residency – keep on studying with uncertainty about their future immigration status. Staff and faculty are helping in creating awareness about their rights and encouraging them to be fearless but cautious. Read More
NECC alumni named to national board
The YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) has welcomed new national board members, including NECC alumni Nayeli Almanzar Lizardo, who has been named to the Youth Advisory Council. Nationwide, only 3.8% of YMCA board members are under the age of 30. As a youth-serving organization, the Y has the opportunity to move the needle on the representation of young people on its governing boards. T... Read More
Reflecting on Hurricane Maria: Many people still feel storm’s impact in their lives
The first person I interviewed is a 19-year-old girl who currently lives in Massachusetts but at that time she lived in Carolina, Puerto Rico. She told me how when they announced the hurricane she was excited because she wasn’t going to have classes for a few days but when she saw the reality,these thoughts changed. Their routine changed completely during that school year to t... Read More
Open mic night brings Lawrence community together
On the 20th of February, an open mic was held at El taller & Cafe Azteca, hosted by Sebastian Navedo (also known as Bigman) and ISHA! Known for its calm vibes and delicious food, El Taller also hosts open mics. Read More
Trump proposes to defund Dept. of Education
In a surprising move that has left many Americans baffled, Donald Trump has announced his plan to defund the Department of Education, a decision that could have far-reaching implications for students, parents, teachers, and professionals across the nation. CNBC reports that Trump had mentioned this plan during his campaign, yet many were still taken aback when he took action ju... Read More
Observer staff win awards
Photo by Faculty Adviser Mary Jo Shafer
Observer Editor-in-Chief Daniela Valdivia-Terres, with her award from Associated Collegiate Presss.
The Observer also recently learned that two staff members will be honored with awards from the New England Newspaper and Press Association at their spring conference on March 29. Read More