NECC Observer

Campus Life

Deep dive into the classroom 1

By Emma Ruggiero, Campus Life Editor

Deep dive into the classroom 1

Photo by Campus Life Editor Emma Ruggiero

This class explores the “Philosophy of Happiness.” Professor Meredith Gunning writes on the board during her class on Sept. 26 in C105, Spurk building.

Students and professors provide an exclusive behind the scenes look into their classrooms. Classes are back in full swing at Northern Essex Community College! The parking lots are packed, student success services and centers are helping students get settled into the fall semester and classrooms are full of in-depth discussions between students and professors. Among … Con... Read More

Radiology Technology Club

By Sandra Dennis, Correspondent

The Radiology Technology club has been running and fundraising to help students raise money for their major for decades. Meetings occur once a month and the club hosts fundraising events throughout the school year. T he club is open to Radiology Technology majors and currently consists of 25 members. The current advisers of the club … Continue reading Radiology Technolog... Read More

MassReconnect student: Pedro Rentas

By Katrina Manon, Correspondent

Pedro Rentas is a multi talented, visionary and aspiring chef with an eye for success. Rentas moved to the United States nine years ago from Dominican Republic, where he worked in TV and radio. He learned English, got married and became a citizen. He has worked in the banking industry for a few years and … Continue reading MassReconnect student: Pedro Rentas → Read More

Jammin’ at Spring Jam

By Matthew Scharn, Correspondent

Jammin’ at Spring Jam

Photo by Matthew Scharn

Students play music as part of Spring Jam on the Haverhill campus April 17.

On Wednesday April 17th, Northern Essex held its annual Spring Jam for students and faculty, with many activities and different events taking place on campus.   There was food, free giveaways, games, but most important for a lot of people, music.   If you were anywhere on the Haverhill Campus April 17th from 11 through 1, … Continue reading Jammin’ at Spring Jam &r... Read More

Enhancing accessibility on campus

By Bailey Orio, Campus Life Editor

Northern Essex Community College’s Haverhill Campus is a hub of academic and social activity, but for students with disabilities, navigating its spaces can sometimes present unexpected challenges.  While efforts are made to ensure accessibility, some students and faculty say recent incidents have highlighted the need for better communication and proactive measures. DJ Rosado, a... Read More

Tabletop Game Club

By Sandra Dennis, Correspondent

NECC Tabletop Game club has been meeting once a week at 4:30 p.m. at the Knights Nook in the SC Building of the Haverhill Campus for years to allow students to gather around and have fun working together or participating in friendly competition over some fun games of their choice. Meetings usually include members cycling … Continue reading Tabletop Game Club → Read More

NECC transfer fair and potential picks

By Katie Yeaton, Hromada Coordinator for Career Services and Internship Programs

Join Career Services and MassHire Merrimack Valley Career Center for our upcoming job fairs: March 4, at 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Health and Human Services and Professional Services, at the Dimitry Building Atrium, Lawrence and April 25 at 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for all industries, TC Building TC103, Haverhill. Who can attend the … Continue reading NECC transfer fair and potential p... Read More

Quest for the Presidency course offers opportunity to examine elections

By Anthony Sousa, Correspondent

Looking for a free elective course for next semester? Well, this course might be for you: Quest for the Presidency. This is a course only offered every 4 years, which explains the process of running for president from the announcement of candidacy through the general election. This course is great for students with an interest … Continue reading Quest for the Presidency ... Read More

The power of music at NECC: Students discuss what music means to them

By Demiya Silva, Campus Life Editor

Student success is dependent on many factors, with the most obvious being the effort of the student and the resources given to them. Some of these factors can be less obvious and completely individual to the student. The University of Maryland Global Campus cites music’s fundamental benefits towards the academic success and mental well being … Continue reading The power ... Read More

Transfer Fair a success

By Karen P, Stokes Campus Life Editor

Transfer Fair a success

Photo by Campus Life Editor Karen P. Stokes

Deb Lavalley and Michelle Sunday at the Transfer Fair.

NECC’s Transfer Fair was Oct. 18. Deb Lavalley and Michelle Sunday were there to assist and support the event. As event organizers, Deb and Michelle were kind, helpful, and willing to answer any questions. There were many different colleges in attendance that offered a variety of academic programs to choose from. In case you missed … Continue reading Transfer Fair a succ... Read More