Saturday Commencement Address:
Ed Carroll ’85
Sunday Commencement Address:
Everton H. Henriques ’78 ’83g
“It is a great honor to be addressing this graduating class because you have overcome so many obstacles to get here. And that has caused you to develop qualities you may not even be aware of: flexibility, resourcefulness, maturity, empathy.”
“Do not be afraid of adversity, because its bitterness helps to sweeten the taste of success. Be thoughtful, considerate and kind, because you never know the positive impact a simple act of kindness may have. And be grateful: Don’t hesitate to thank your parents, loved ones, and others who touched your lives.”a
Saturday Commencement Student Address:
SUNY Chancellor’s Awardee Mackenzy McMorris
Sunday Commencement Student Address:
Class of 2022 Valedictorian Martin Benesh
“If you’re a first-generation student, if you’ve broken barriers and defied the odds against you, if you’ve made countless sacrifices to earn your respective degree, I’m extra proud of you. The spirit of our Orange and Blue has prepared you to advance forward. Cherish your memories, as there will be millions more to make!”
“The next few months are sure to hold a whole new set of obstacles to overcome, people to meet, and places to go. But today, we have an amazing opportunity to sit in the weight of our accomplishments. I urge you to take a moment to feel the wind blow, give your mom a hug, enjoy the incredible view of the Catskills, and just be present.”
