Northampton Community College
Northampton Community College Plans To Be Fully Open This Fall
NCC will offer a full slate of on-campus and online courses while maintaining aggressive safety protocols.
Bethlehem, PA (03/17/2021) — With declining COVID infection rates and increasing vaccination levels, Northampton Community College plans to fully reopen this fall as eager students look forward to returning to the college's campuses in Northampton and Monroe counties. NCC plans to offer a mix of programs and courses delivered on campus and online much like it did during pre-pandemic semesters.
"I'm excited to say our campuses will be fully open this fall," said NCC President Mark Erickson. "We anticipate a vibrant presence of students, faculty, and staff back on campus, creating the energy and engagement that has been the hallmark of this college for decades."
The college plans to continue its successful efforts to guard against COVID spread by following state and federal guidelines for social distancing and masking, requiring completion of an online health check to enter campus and enhancing cleaning efforts for classrooms and public spaces.
While most classes in the fall will be held live on campuses, the college is not abandoning the rich offering of online and blended learning options that have become the staple of instruction since spring of 2020 when the pandemic began. "We realize that online learning for some students is their preferred modality," said Erickson. "So we don't want to limit their learning choices to only on-ground options. We will offer the courses students want in the delivery format that best suits their learning styles and lifestyles."
NCC is also offering courses on campus and online this summer beginning May 24 while the college's popular Horizons for Youth summer program for students in grades K-12 begins June 14. Visit Northampton.edu for more information about all programs and details on how to register for classes.
About Northampton Community College
With an enduring commitment to the regional community it serves and a focus on student success, Northampton Community College has developed a reputation as an institution of extraordinary distinction, earning accolades at the state and national levels for innovative programs, outstanding faculty and impressive student achievements. It counts among its successful alumni a four-time Pulitzer Prize winner and an Academy Award winning director as well as a host of CEOs, presidents, and leaders of business and industry. Today, Northampton Community College has locations in Bethlehem, Southside Bethlehem, and Monroe County, serving 30,000 students each year from 53 counties, 42 countries and 25 states. For more information, or to apply, please visit www.northampton.edu. Follow NCC on Twitter and Snapchat @NorthamptonComm and on Instagram @NorthamptonCommCollege. Like NCC on Facebook at Northampton Community College.
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