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Charles Anastos began his career as a machinist after completing the machine operator’s training program at NSCC. He worked his way up from senior process engineer to principal engineer of robotics at Osram Sylvania before joining Harmonic Drive as senior manufacturing engineer in 2001. After serving as a production manager and as vice president of operations, he was named vice president of operational excellence in 2022.

Charles Anastos and Ronald Mastrogiovanni Appointed to NSCC Board of Trustees

North Shore Community College (NSCC) has announced two new appointments to the Board of Trustees by Governor Maura Healey: Vice President of Operational Excellence at Harmonic Drive, Charles Anastos, and Founder and CEO of HealthView Services, Renato (...

Sep 24, 2026, 11:06am EDT

NSCC College President William Heineman.

North Shore Community College Announces Innovative Food Service Partnership with Salem Nonprofit Root

North Shore Community College (NSCC) today announced an exciting new partnership with Root, a Salem-based nonprofit, to serve as the college's official food service and catering partner. The collaboration will be fully operational beginning in the fall...

Aug 25, 2026, 7:34am EDT

NSCC Hires Alexander Cain to Lead Expanded Apprenticeship Initiative Addressing Regional Workforce Needs

North Shore Community College (NSCC) has hired Alexander Cain as Executive Director, Apprenticeship Pathways, to lead the expansion of apprenticeship programs that prepare students for high-demand careers while helping regional employers address workfo...

Jul 22, 2026, 9:50am EDT

NSCC-Led Coalition Graduates First HVAC and Heat Pump Training Cohort

Thirty North Shore residents are preparing to enter one of Massachusetts' fastest-growing trades after completing a new regional HVAC and heat pump training program. Launched by North Shore Community College (NSCC) and regional partners, this program a...

Jun 3, 2026, 9:03am EDT

Copy of: North Shore Community College (NSCC) Commencement: Friday, May 22

North Shore Community College will host two Commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., conferring degrees and certificates upon more than 800 degree graduates of the class of 2026. Following are just a few highlights about the 2026 graduating clas...

May 18, 2026, 12:06pm EDT

Dr. Patrick Tutwiler, president and CEO of Walker Therapeutic & Educational Programs and former Massachusetts Secretary of Education, will keynote the morning ceremony.

North Shore Community College (NSCC) Commencement: Friday, May 22

May 18, 2026, 9:41am EDT

From left to right: Laura Kurzrok, President NSCC Foundation; David Masse ' 84 AAM15 Management, Presenting Sponsor; Rose-Marie Van Otterloo, Champions Honoree on behalf of The Van Otterloo Family; Dr. William Heineman, President NSCC.

NSCC Celebrates Ninth Annual Champions Awards

The Ninth Annual Champions Awards for North Shore Community College (NSCC) celebration was held the morning of Tuesday, April 14 at Danversport. Organized by The North Shore Community College Foundation, this event celebrates the people and organizatio...

Apr 16, 2026, 1:35pm EDT

Keynote Speakers Announced for Historic 2026 NSCC Commencement

North Shore Community College (NSCC) today announced the keynote speakers for its Friday, May 22, 2026 Commencement ceremonies. Dr. Patrick Tutwiler, president and CEO of Walker Therapeutic & Educational Programs and former Massachusetts secretary of e...

Apr 7, 2026, 9:00am EDT

Last year's Toys for Tots "Stuff a Cruiser" event was a huge success at both the NSCC Lynn and Danvers campus locations.

North Shore Community College Police Hosts "Stuff a Cruiser" Toys for Tots Toy Drive

November 25, 2025 WHAT During this one-day event, the Danvers and Lynn campuses will work to fill the back of a police cruiser with new, unwrapped toys to support the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. The toys will be distributed to economically disad...

Nov 25, 2025, 3:08pm EST

NSCC Graduates More than 20 New Dental Associates at October 28 Celebration

Lynn, MA - North Shore Community College (NSCC) is proud to announce the upcoming Dental Assistant celebration, recognizing the achievements of more than 20 newly certified dental assistants. The event will take place on October 28, 6:30 PM -7:30 PM in...

Oct 22, 2025, 9:02am EDT

About North Shore Community College

North Shore Community College is a public, non-profit, 2-year institution of higher education created by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in 1965 to serve residents living on the North Shore.

Our students include first-generation college students, high school graduates seeking an affordable pathway to college, parents seeking a better life for themselves and their families, veterans and active duty military, English language learners, and those interested in exploring new careers.