"Cocomo’s ability to relate to others is especially remarkable…  I invited him to speak to my students in an advanced research seminar…the students…soon fell silent, then engrossed as Cocomo began to speak.  By the end of the 90-minute class, he had them engaged in conversation and completely enamored.  ... Cocomo’s intellect, as well as his personality, was on display—and he proved more than suited to the demands."
Dr. Charles Lemert, Andrus Professor of Sociology, Wesleyan University.  Author of “Dark Thoughts” and “Muhammad Ali.”

"Cocomo’s…ability to communicate is exceptional and his enthusiasm is contagious."
Teacher

"Thank you for coming to speak to my students…you brought to life what the students had been reading in their textbooks [and]  facilitated a discussion that became personally valuable to all involved.  It was a tremendous learning experience."
Jonah Cohen, Coordinator of the Human Services Program/Assistant Professor at Gateway Community College

…thank you so much for coming to speak and share your life with us!  I have your book, Predators, Healers, Nurturers, & Prey, and I have read all of your work online.  I read “Brother Oak Revisited,” and made it required reading for each of my children, especially my son…"
Working Mother & Student

"Cocomo rocks!"
Annika Banton, Easter Seals Goodwill Industries-New Haven

"Cocomo is a master with the written and spoken word…His faith is what inspires him, grounds him, and urges him forward…"
The Reverend Susan G. Latourette, Associate Pastor, First Church of Christ

"…everything about him is passionate…  Give us more of that!"
Student, “Valuing Diversity” presentation

"Cocomo Rock is captivating and easy to listen to…"
Student

"Cocomo keeps your attention... gets to the point, and he has an obvious passion for diversity."
Student, “Valuing Diversity”

"Cocomo knows his stuff!  I will never look at potatoes the same.  The way he used them as an analogy to life and diversity was great!  I’m looking forward to seeing him again."
Diversity Seminar Participant

"Cocomo was honest and put his presentation in a way that was understandable.  We need people like him to explain the way he did".
Student

"Dear Reverend Rock, … thank you so much for the wonderful wedding service you conducted for us in June.  We are so thankful that we left everything in your capable hands, and we were so happy to hear the wonderful words you spoke…many people say it was the best wedding they have ever attended, and most of the praise belongs to you!"
Victoria & Alberto Madrazo