Overview

Commencement is a significant and memorable event that symbolizes a student's scholastic accomplishment. It is a time when the faculty, attired in academic dress, pays tribute to the graduating class, and is also an occasion that is very meaningful to family and friends.

College of San Mateo celebrated its 97th Commencement Ceremony and the Class of 2019 on May 24.

It was attended by approximately 2000 people and the keynote speaker was:

Mr. Alfredo Aguirre, LCSW

CSM Alumnus, Class of 1973
Director of Behavioral Health Services of San Diego County (Retired)
2008 Mental Health Person of the Year
2011 Hope Award
2014 National Alliance on Mental Illness California Outstanding Mental Health Director
2019 Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Association of County
Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Directors