David Birdsell, Dean of the School of Public Affairs, presents graduate students (who are among a total of two hundred and twenty-five candidates) with the following degrees: Master of Public Administration, Master of Science in Educational Administration and Supervision, and Master of Science in Higher Education Administration. Clifford M. Irizarry accepts a symbolic diploma.

Dean Birdsell presents undergraduate students (who are among a total of sixty candidates) with Bachelor of Science degrees. Majid Abedi receives a symbolic diploma.

The event takes place at Baruch College's 42nd Commencement ceremony (afternoon session) held at Madison Square Garden on May 30, 2007.