Friday, September 18, 2026
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. ET
Location: The College of New Jersey in Ewing, NJ
This free nonpartisan event will bring together New Jersey campuses to support nonpartisan voter engagement leading up to the November 2026 Election. All faculty, staff, and students connected to colleges and universities throughout New Jersey are encouraged to attend.
Summit schedule
9:00 - 10:00 am | Registration Open
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. – Registration Open
Registered guests may check in for the Summit starting at 9:00am.
9:30 am - Noon | Morning Sessions
- 10:00 a.m. – Young Leaders in Public Service
- 10:50 a.m. – Roundtable Discussions
- 11:00 a.m. – Workshop Sessions
- 11:45 a.m. – 2026 New Jersey Ballot Bowl Kick off
12:15 - 1:15 pm | Lunch
Lunch with be provided by The College of New Jersey to all registered attendees.
1:30 - 4 pm | Afternoon Sessions
- 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. – Roundtable Discussions
- 2:35 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Workshop Sessions
- 3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Closing Session
All attendees will be invited to participate in reflection sessions about their hopes for the 2026 elections, their experiences at the convening, and lessons learned related to their nonpartisan efforts.
Summit Speakers
Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell
Dr. Dale G. Caldwell made history in 2026 as the first African American ever elected Lieutenant Governor while simultaneously serving as Secretary of State. In these roles, he serves as New Jersey's Chief Election, Planning, Tourism, Arts, History, Business, Faith, and Volunteer Officer, overseeing many of the state's most important civic, cultural, and economic initiatives. Before assuming statewide office, Dr. Caldwell made history as the first African American president of Centenary University. Throughout his distinguished career, he has served in leadership roles across government, higher education, business, and the nonprofit sector, including as Executive Director of the Rothman Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Fairleigh Dickinson University, President of the Educational Services Commission of New Jersey (ESCNJ), Deputy Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Founding Executive Director of the Newark Alliance, and Senior Manager at Deloitte Consulting. He also served for 26 years on the New Brunswick Board of Education, including six years as its president. In addition to his public service, Dr. Caldwell is the pastor of Covenant United Methodist Church in Plainfield, New Jersey. His leadership is guided by Proverbs 31:8–9: “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves.” Through every role he has held, he has remained committed to expanding opportunity, strengthening communities, and helping people of all backgrounds flourish.
Mayor Jason Cilento
Jason Cilento was born, raised and educated in Dunellen, NJ. He received his B.A. Political Science from Kean University and his M.A. Public Administration from Rutgers University. First elected to Dunellen Borough Council at the age of 20, he served in that position for nine years, elected as Council President in 2019, and sworn-in as Mayor on January 1, 2020. Cilento led Dunellen through the COVID-19 pandemic and the recovery from Hurricane Ida, and has focused on infrastructure, redevelopment and environmental initiatives. Prioritizing the environment, Cilento has worked to enact ordinances against polluting waterways and the overuse of public garbage receptacles from multi-use properties in an effort to prevent debris from harming storm water systems. He serves as 3rd VP of the NJ Conference of Mayors, and sits on committees for the NJ League of Municipalities. He sits as the only NJ republican mayor member of Climate Mayors, and Leaders for Climate Accountability, and leads with other mayors on the Mayor’s Alliance for a Clean Green Brook Waterway initiative. Cilento has focused on increasing community engagement through better communications, accessibility and inclusivity for residents and business owners.
Former Mayor Julia Fahl
Former Mayor Julia Fahl is currently the Director at Archer Public Affairs. A former Mayor of Lambertville and Vice President of Governmental Affairs at Tonio Burgos & Associates, Julia has built trusted relationships at every level of state and local government. Her work spans clean energy, land use development, and infrastructure policy—helping clients navigate complex regulatory, legislative, and public sector landscapes. As Mayor, she led Lambertville through major infrastructure and emergency management challenges while advancing fiscal responsibility and housing initiatives. Julia’s deep understanding of political dynamics and her collaborative approach make her a powerful advocate for clients pursuing transformative projects across New Jersey.
Mayor Stephanie Lagos
Mayor Stephanie Lagos served as Chief of Staff to First Lady of New Jersey Tammy Snyder Murphy. Her prior work includes serving as a Senior Policy Advisor to the Murphy for Governor campaign and the Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director for Assemblyman Gary Schaer during his term as Budget Chairman. Ms. Lagos also worked as the Finance Director on the Roy Cho for Congress campaign in New Jersey’s 5th Congressional District. Before beginning her work in government and politics, Ms. Lagos spent over two years serving in the United States Peace Corps working on Environmental Sustainability and Diplomacy in Ghana. Stephanie holds a Master of Science in Public Policy and Management from Carnegie Mellon University, where she was awarded the Tom Gorman Scholarship to intern for the United Nations Development Program in Indonesia working on climate change policy. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Ecology, and Environmental Science from Christopher Newport University.
Mayor Quinton Law
Mayor Quinton Law serves as Mayor of Moorestown, New Jersey, where he focuses on keeping the community safe and welcoming, strengthening fiscal responsibility, investing in infrastructure, and planning for the town’s long-term future. Mayor Law was first appointed to Moorestown Town Council in 2021 to fill an unexpired term, becoming the youngest Councilmember in Moorestown history at age 23 and the first Black Councilmember to serve in Moorestown. Later that year, he was elected by the voters of Moorestown to serve the remainder of that unexpired term. In 2022, he successfully ran again for a full four-year term on Council. He went on to serve as Deputy Mayor from 2023 to 2024 before being selected by his fellow Councilmembers to serve as Mayor in 2025. Upon becoming Mayor, he made history as the first Black Mayor in Moorestown’s history and, at age 27, the youngest actively serving Mayor in New Jersey. In addition to his role as Mayor, Quinton serves as the New Jersey Government Relations Director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, where he advocates for policies that improve access to cancer prevention, treatment, and care. He previously worked as a staffer in the United States Senate, serving on Senator Cory Booker’s casework management and outreach teams. In that role, he specialized in working with veterans, the IRS, and the Bureau of Prisons, while also building relationships with mayors across New Jersey and gaining a deeper understanding of how municipalities can work with the federal government to get things done. Mayor Law is a graduate of Bryant University, where he earned a degree in Economics with a concentration in Public Policy. He is a third-generation Moorestonian who grew up on Farmdale Road and graduated from Moorestown High School in 2015. He currently lives in the Lenola section of Moorestown.
Partner Organizations
The 2026 New Jersey Campus Voting Summit is co-organized by: ALL IN, The College of New Jersey, Middlesex College, Montclair State University, Princeton University, Ramapo College, Rutgers University – Camden, and Rutgers University – New Brunswick.