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Students reflect on end of semester
As the semester comes to a close and many students are preparing for their final exams or projects, many are feeling overwhelmed with everything they are having to manage, but at the same time, students are also feeling excited because a break is in their near future. NECC student, Isa Grullon, is currently feeling very … Continue reading Students reflect on end of semes... Read More
Your mental health can impact your loved ones
Millions of people in the U.S. are affected by mental illness each year. It’s important to measure how common mental illness is we can understand its physical and social impact. Individuals who are suffering from mental illness can find that their condition can hurt their relationships with those close to them. Northern Essex Community College … Continue reading Yo... Read More
Photo Essay: Before I’m gone
Bryan Fernandez
My grandmother’s neighborhood in the Bronx, near Gun Hill Rd. Bottom left image is on Brooklyn bridge (she’d drive through there everyday).
Carmen “Tita” Almonte “I always served other people. Running around, always doing things for other people. There isn’t anybody out there that has any negative feelings towards me, thank Jehovah. The best thing in life is when people get along. When people get along, we live well. We live happily. I believe that we … Continue reading Photo Essay: Before I’m g... Read More
Inspiration vs imitation: Learning when to detach oneself: Why taking a step back is just as crucial as moving forward.
Inspiration is key. It’s something that I need around me constantly, and it’s what drives me to create. But I have to know when to detach. Not that long ago I wrote a piece about what some local artists are doing to find inspiration during these trying times, as it sure hasn’t been easy to … Continue reading Inspiration vs imitation: Learning when to detach oneself: Why... Read More
Pandemic pregnancy: The pressures of parenthood
Because there is still so much that we do not know about COVID-19, we are unsure of some of the effects that it can have on a developing child. What we do know is that COVID-19 is uncommon in newborns born to mothers who had tested positive for COVID-19 during pregnancy, and while some newborns … Continue reading Pandemic pregnancy: The pressures of parenthood → Read More
NECC Profile: Kimberley Lyng
With the end of the Spring semester drawing closer, Professor Kimberley Lyng naturally has a lot on her plate like many of her fellow faculty members, especially with acting as adviser for this year’s Speechapalooza. At the same time however, she finds the busy schedule energizing as she enjoys seeing her Public Relations students connect … Continue reading NECC Pr... Read More
Celebrating Earth Day
With Earth Day here on April 22, many people celebrating. Personally, I think that every day should be celebrated like Earth Day, because it’s not like the Earth only comes around once a year! However, let’s look at some ways that NECC students can celebrate this year in person, and remotely. Sadly, due to the … Continue reading Celebrating Earth Day → Read More
A healthy lifestyle can affect mental health
Mental health connects to physical health. The connection between mental and physical health is fundamental, linked to each other. Your mental health and physical health must remain stable. Northern Essex Community College students recently expressed their opinion on the topic. Jocelyn Avila-Frias said “Yes, I decided to start my fitness journey for my physical health …... Read More
Students reflect on the influence of advertising in the entertainment industry
Advertising is a billion-dollar industry marketed globally to millions and is often the reason why people want the newest, trendiest, or most expensive luxuries and experiences in life. Popular products extending from fashion and technology, to food and culture, are displayed everywhere throughout television and social media for the sole purpose of selling a product. … C... Read More
You are you, not your diagnosis
Joseph, Joey, Stewart, 17, was diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of 11, after having his first seizure on Mother’s Day, 2012. Now, he is about to start college a year early to pursue his dream of becoming a history teacher. He overcame many obstacles throughout his high school career due to his epilepsy, as … Continue reading You are you, not your diagnosis → Read More