News Michelle Obama to address CCNY class of 2016 First Lady Michelle Obama during question time with 60 American college students at the United States Pavilion at the Milan Expo 2015 on June 18, 2015 in Milan, Italy. Photo Credit: Getty Images / Pier Marco Tacca By Jason Shaltiel jason.shaltiel@amny.com Updated April 4, 2016 5:54 PM Print Share fbShare Tweet gShare Email First lady Michelle Obama will deliver the commencement address for the 2016 graduating class at The City College of New York on June 3. She will speak on the lawn of the Harlem campus. This year will mark the 170th commencement ceremony at CCNY. Established in 1847, CCNY is among one of 11 senior public colleges of the City University of New York. Aside for its academic distinctions, CCNY is known for its diverse student body and affordable tuition. By Jason Shaltiel jason.shaltiel@amny.com Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Comments We're revamping our Comments section. Learn more and share your input.