Kankakee Community College Graduation

Physical Therapist Assistant students cheer for their fellow graduates Saturday during the Kankakee Community College graduation ceremony.

Chauncia Akins, left, and Jenna Arseneau, turn their cap tassels Saturday to signify the closing of the graduation ceremony at Kankakee Community College.

Kankakee Community College students who served in the Military stood for applause Saturday during the KCC graduation ceremony.

Commencement speaker Ed Emerson takes a selfie with the crowd Saturday during the Kankakee Community College graduation. Emerson, a political strategist, told the students “The key to success is to say yes.”

Kankakee Community College students, many with customized caps, listen to the commencement address Saturday during their graduation ceremony.

Kankakee Community College President, Dr. John Avendano, gives his welcoming speech during the commencement ceremony Saturday at Kankakee Community College.