Rockland Community College’s 59th Commencement Ceremony
Thursday, May 23, 2019
Congratulations to all of our graduates! It was so exciting to share this great accomplishment with you, fellow students, family, faculty and staff who have supported you on your journey. Here you'll find highlights from the 2019 Commencement Ceremony.
Commencement Photo and Video Highlights
- View the Video of the Commencement Ceremony
- View Commencement Photos Via Flickr
- View Commencement Photos via Facebook
- View the Video of Keynote Speaker Mr. H. Carl McCall
- View the Video of Student Speaker Sabrina Istrope
Follow our social media sites to check out other highlights from the ceremony. Look for #RCCGrad
Keynote Speaker H. Carl McCall
H. Carl McCall was appointed Chairman of the State University of New York Board of Trustees October 17, 2011. He first joined the Board as a member on October 22, 2007.
Mr. McCall served as Comptroller of the State of New York from May 1993 to December 2002. As Chief Fiscal Officer of the State, he was responsible for governmental and financial oversight and pension fund management. Read more about Mr. McCall...

Student Speaker Sabrina Istrope
As student speaker at Commencement, Sabrina Istrope encourages her fellow graduates to push boundaries and explore each opportunity to the fullest.
Read more about Sabrina Istrope...
Graduating Student Spotlights
Career Skills Academy Graduate Spotlight
Dahaire Edwards was working for a Manhattan-based construction company when he chose to pursue a Certificate in Gas Pipeline Operations through the Career Skills Academy at Rockland Community College. Read more about Dahaire Edwards...
Dr. Baston's Op-Ed: The Promise of a College Education
Dr. Baston's Op-Ed, The Promise of a College Education, is featured on Lohud-part of the USA Today Network. In the piece, Dr. Baston discusses the need for colleges to adapt to be "student-ready" and provide various opportunities for all students. He highlights RCC's new Career Skills Academy. Perfect timing-the first group of Career Skills students will graduate at the 2019 Commencement Ceremony.
Read this thought provoking piece: The Promise of a College Education
Graduation Photos
For more details about the photos taken of graduates while they received their diplomas, visit GradImages.