CREATIVITY ON DISPLAY

“Even a global pandemic couldn’t stop me!” That was just one of the messages that adorned the caps at the May 15, 2021 commencement ceremony. After a challenging year, many were eager to reclaim the time-honored tradition of decorating those mortarboards. Whether they chose to share an inspirational message, bedazzle a design, or invent some fun word play, there was no shortage of creativity from our recent graduates.

NECC Knights Welcome New Intercollegiate Program

This past summer, NECC introduced a new sports program – women’s golf – to its ranks. The program will bring NECC’s official number of intercollegiate sports to 13 , following other additions in recent years like Esports and soccer.

Members of the women’s golf team will compete and practice in conjunction with the men’s golf program, coached by Mike Dube. Atkinson Country Club will serve as their home base.

“While we have always welcomed women golfers to be part of the men’s program, this now gives additional opportunities to our female students to practice and compete for their own championships,” says NECC Athletic Director Dan Blair, on launching the team.

In addition to offering intercollegiate golf to students, NECC also holds an annual golf tournament fundraiser, open to the public. The most recent golf tournament, held on August 30, garnered more than 130 golfers and $18,000 in support of NECC’s athletic programs.