News  Commissioner Pamerson Ifill is Massasoit Community College’s commencement speaker

Commissioner Pamerson Ifill shared his life story, his work in Probation, and spoke about Massasoit as a “foundational place” that guides and educates students, some of whom travel through challenging or difficult places or situations before they first arrive on campus. This year’s class included students —ages 17-67. Twenty are veterans.

A former chair of the Massasoit Board of Trustees, Commissioner Ifill is a proud graduate of Massasoit Community College, where he not only earned his first degree, but also met his wife, Kulnathee, another Massasoit student, and Ida Cerezo O’Donnell, a life-long friend and mentor. First immigrating to the US as a Golden Gloves champion boxer, he later earned a bachelor’s degree from Stonehill College and a master’s degree from Brandeis University.

“Massasoit Community College is an important part of my life and development,” said Mr. Pamerson Ifill, Massachusetts Commissioner of Probation. “I met my beautiful wife, Kulnathee, there and was introduced to Ida Cerezo O’Donnell, a staff member who was not only a mentor but a life-long friend who became family. As I reflect on all that I learned and experienced during my days at Massasoit, I can say there is no better foundation from which to build a better life for yourselves and your families. I know this year’s graduates will do great things!”