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Fall registration begins soon
As spring begins to settle in and the semester mid-way done, it’s only appropriate to begin planning ahead what step to take for the academic year. Registration for the Summer and Fall semester of 2022 will begin on April 4. While many students might think it could be too soon to register for classes, registering … Continue reading Fall registration begins soon → Read More
NECC turns to mask optional
Northern Essex President Lane Glenn announced on March 9, that the Massachusetts Association of Community Colleges will be transitioning into mask optional environments. As of March 21, both Northern Essex campuses became mask optional. According to the statement on the Northern Essex Coronavirus updates and information page, the COVID Response Team said that “the shift &hellip... Read More
What it means to be an honors student at NECC
The Honors Program at Northern Essex Community College, run by Professor Ginger Hurajt, is a program put in place for NECC’s brightest and most motivated students. Graduating with an Honors degree at NECC means you have taken Honors Seminar and completed two other Honors projects in other classes, alongside the high GPA and educational dedication. … Continue reading What... Read More
How NECC students deal with stress during midterms
No matter what major or class students are taking, here at NECC, it’s that time of the semester again where students are prepping and studying for midterms. While most students would agree that a time like this can be stressful, overbearing, and exhausting, many students have come up with their own unique ways that they … Continue reading How NECC students deal with stre... Read More
The common trend that binds us together: Fighting mid-semester burnout
As another Spring break passes and these fleeting moments of relaxation come to an end, I have found myself overwhelmed with assignments, a part-time job, and the stress of planning the future of my academic career. In a recent conversation with friends — all of different educational backgrounds and life goals — I saw that … Continue reading The common trend that binds... Read More
Student Government election met with lackluster particpation
Northern Essex’s Student Government Elections came to a close on March 3, with just 44 NECC student votes counted. The special election filled five positions on the board; however, two positions remain vacant. “In the past, I remember seeing low voting numbers, but it was always at least 100 votes. Some students voted more than … Continue reading Student Gov... Read More
How students’ lives have changed without masks
On Wednesday, March 9 the presidents of Massachusetts’ fifteen community colleges released a statement announcing that the college campuses would transition to mask optional environments. NECC announced that as of March 21 its campuses would be mask optional. After almost two years of wearing masks, this transition was a big change for many students. After … Continue re... Read More
Training for the ‘real world’: Students say they would welcome life skills classes
It’s that time of year again when soon-to-be high school graduates eagerly send in their college applications and wait patiently for their dream schools to send back an acceptance letter. In times like these, parents lay solemn as they realize their kids will be off to school in just a few short months, leaving high … Continue reading Training for the ‘real world&#... Read More
Why are high school students choosing dual enrollment at NECC?
High school students in Newburyport, and other local communities, are now taking dual enrollment classes at Northern Essex Community College, however, they all seem to be doing it for different reasons, paving the way for their future. Whether it is to prepare, save money, stand out, or explore interests, becoming a dual enrollment student has … Continue reading Why are ... Read More
Crowd turns out for U-Knighted Fair
The first in-person U-Knighted Fair since February 2020 drew a sizable crowd in Haverhill’s Spurk building Feb. 23. The annual Student Life event aims to show the diverse extracurricular activities and resources NECC has to offer. The fair filled the first and second floors of the Spurk building with 30 tables accompanied by staff, faculty, … Continue reading Crowd turns... Read More