Presidents Message

As we celebrate our 40th Anniversary, it gives us a moment to reflect on our history.  In 1970, the College offered 6 degree programs with a population of 97.  This spring, we welcomed over 2,100 students to our campus and offer over 50 degree and certificate programs.

Over the years the College has evolved from a technical institution to a comprehensive community college.  Our vibrant Liberal Arts program allows students to complete the first two years of their baccalaureate degree at NCC and successfully transfer to a four-year university or college.  Transferability is an ease, as the College is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the same authority as our four-year counterparts.

As enrollment reached record highs, the College with support from local delegation and CCSNH trustees, secured $9.5 million in capital expenditures to build a 48,000 s.f. Health, Sciences and Humanities facility.  The academic building houses a nursing simulation laboratory and classrooms, 9 general classrooms, 4 science laboratories, and a 300-seat lecture hall/auditorium.  This construction project is testament to the success of the College and the Greater Nashua community.

We are acutely aware of the rising tuition costs throughout the state, and we are committed to helping ease the burden by way of creative solutions.  NCC has capped tuition at 18 credits for five of our associate degree programs and the Institutional Advancement Office is actively fundraising to increase scholarship monies available.  These actions, combined with careful budget oversight, will help the College control student expenses.

Our new academic year brings promise or exciting learning opportunities for students at our college.  Our new honors program encourages intellectual inquiry, the pursuit of independent thought and risk-taking for students who wish to excel in college, work and life.

NCC’s role in the greater Nashua community is ever-expanding.  This May, we hosted the 3rd Annual Women’s Leadership Summit featuring Liz Walker and Erin Brochovich as keynotes.  The event exemplifies the College’s strong reputation in the community, and commitment to supporting enrichment and leadership opportunities.  NCC also provided support to numerous non-profit organizations through use of facility space, funds, and volunteer hours.

As state educational resources continue to tighten, we must look at creative partnerships to better serve the needs of our youth.  This fall, NCC will partner with Region #14 ATC to offer a dual enrollment program in Collision Repair Technology.  This new initiative is a perfect example of how public institutions can pool resources while strengthening opportunities for students.  The College will use this model to actively pursue other strategic partnerships that directly benefits students of New Hampshire.

Thank you for starting your educational journey at NCC.  Please stop by my office at any time, I have an open-door policy and a candy bin full of gumdrops!

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