New York City metropolitan skyline at golden hour
EAST COAST CONGREGATION // LXL 2026

New York City
Metro Region

Serving the dense metropolitan student corridor. November 15–16, 2026, hosted at Hudson County Community College, 161 Newkirk St, Jersey City, NJ 07306 (Adjacent to Journal Square PATH Terminal).

CONFERENCE MEETING POINT:
Hudson Arts Building
Jersey City, NJ
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CHAPTER 01 / KEYNOTE GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Assembly Scholars & Authors

Dr. A. Tamika Quick
Keynote Speaker • Facilitator
FACILITATOR PROFILE

Dr. A. Tamika Quick

Diversity Specialist & Strategic Educator

Dr. A. Tamika Quick is a seasoned student affairs practitioner, author, and higher education specialist. She holds an Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration. Her work centers on multicultural center designs, micro-reconciliation, and cultural equity frameworks on college campuses. She has trained thousands of student leaders and university administrators across dozens of states, specializing in shifting compliance-driven DEI metrics into student-first, high-impact campus community programs.

Dr. Christopher C. Irving
Keynote Speaker • Facilitator
FACILITATOR PROFILE

Dr. Christopher C. Irving

Founding Director & Institutional Strategist

Dr. Christopher C. Irving is a prominent educational leader, system strategist, and advocate for marginalized student groups. As the CEO & Founder of the Ceceilyn Miller Institute, he is celebrated for his deep systemic audits of university retention rates and his expertise in developing sustainable campus coalitions. Dr. Irving advocates heavily for grass-roots student organizing and social action campaigns that address the structural realities of underrepresented student groups in higher education.

Jose Luis Posos, M.Ed.
Featured Scholar • Facilitator
FACILITATOR PROFILE

Jose Luis Posos, M.Ed.

Clinical Mental Health Investigator & Therapist

Jose Luis Posos is a dedicated licensed therapist, clinical investigator, and speaker specializing in Latinx student mental health and systemic support models. He focuses heavily on deconstructing internalized colorism and racial imposter syndrome. He trains campus leaders and advisors in restorative healing, transforming toxic campus climate stress into structured healing circles and community safety networks.

Delegates working together during a NYC Metro workshop session
CHAPTER 02 / DELEGATES

Institutional Pricing Matrix

Note: Standard delegation groups containing 7 or more registrants automatically receive (1) complimentary Campus Advisor pass.

GROUP SCALE: Small

1–6 Delegates

Perfect for exploratory cohorts and single-scholar initiatives.

Early Bird (until Sept 1)$299/ea
Standard Ticket Rate$349/ea
Last Call Reservation$399/ea
Complimentary Advisor Active
GROUP SCALE: Delegation

7–14 Delegates

The optimal configuration for comprehensive administrative impact.

Early Bird (until Sept 1)$279/ea
Standard Ticket Rate$329/ea
Last Call Reservation$379/ea
GROUP SCALE: Institutional

14+ Delegates

Maximum institutional representation. Massive systemic outcomes.

Early Bird (until Sept 1)$249/ea
Standard Ticket Rate$299/ea
Last Call Reservation$349/ea
CHAPTER 03 / CALENDAR STRUCTURE

The Two-Day Session Sequence

A
Friday - 04:00 PM

Opening Processional & Keynote Block

B
Saturday - 09:00 AM

Session Block I: Dissecting Identity

C
Saturday - 11:00 AM

Session Block II: Strategic Administrative Coalitions

D
Saturday - 01:00 PM

Institutional Delegate Luncheon

E
Saturday - 02:30 PM

Session Block III: Restorative Practices in High Friction

F
Sunday - 10:00 AM

Closing Capstone: Defending the Campus Action Plan

Delegates seated through a NYC Metro general assembly
DELEGATION INCLUSIONS

Everything Included in Institutional Registration

  • All-access enrollment pass to all Plenaries and General Assemblies
  • Participation in the customized multi-step Campus Action Plan workshop
  • Official CMI printed reference manuals and administrative blueprint templates
  • Full access pass to the Saturday Institutional Delegate Luncheon
  • Official certificate of completion in National Student Leadership (conforms to CMI standards)
metropolitan airports

Port Authority Flight Inbounds

For campus delegations flying in, NYC is supported by three major airports with direct transport lines to Jersey City:

Newark Liberty (EWR)[RECOMMENDED - 10 MINS]
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)[45 MIN METRO TRAIN]
John F. Kennedy (JFK)[60 MIN METRO TRAIN]
official lodging

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel

We have secured blocked corporate rates for all attendees. Code is valid until October 15, 2026.

LODGING VENUE:DoubleTree Jersey City Suites, 455 Washington Blvd, Jersey City
GROUP BOOKING CODE:92J