WEST WINDSOR, NJ – Mercer County Commissioners have appointed Eash Haughton and Scarlett Rajski to the Mercer County Community College (MCCC) Board of Trustees. As inspiring members of the community, Haughton and Rajski bring unique experience to MCCC that aligns with the College’s mission of ensuring student success, expanding innovative partnerships and investing in organizational and professional effectiveness.

“We are excited to welcome both Eash Haughton and Scarlet Rajski to the Board,” said Kristin Appelget, Chair. “Our Board of Trustees work diligently to support the College and to maintain the highest levels of communication, collaboration, and respect for each other, the students, staff, faculty and community we serve. The combined professional expertise of our new members along with their commitment to our shared values and mission will further enhance our goals.”

Known for his expertise in campaign management, multi-channel advertising, and strategic planning, Haughton works with clients across sectors spanning government agencies, nonprofits, labor unions, and corporate entities at Avoq. Prior to joining Avoq, Haughton served as a legislative aide to Assemblywoman Verlinda Reynolds-Jackson, a policy fellow for Governor Phil Murphy, and on the legislative affairs team for New Jersey’s Department of Education.

As an active community member, Haughton holds positions in several civic and professional organizations including the Ewing Environmental Commission, the Young Professionals Group of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton, and the Trenton Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. He also serves as the Black Caucus Vice Chair for the New Jersey Democratic State Committee, the Executive Vice President for the New Jersey Young Democrats, and as a Strategic Advisor for Mercer County Young Democrats. He was chosen as the 2021 Eagleton Graduate Fellow, a “2023 Rising Star” by the Mercer County Democratic Committee and a 2024 New Leaders Council Fellow, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from The College of New Jersey and a Master of Public Policy from Rutgers University.

“As a first generation immigrant and college student, this Board appointment holds a special significance for me because it embodies the dreams and aspirations of countless individuals who seek to similarly transform their lives through education,” said Haughton. “I look forward to working with President Preston, my fellow board members, and the other members of the campus community to build pathways to success that are inclusive, innovative and impactful.”

As the Director of Legislative Affairs at the New Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA), Rajski serves as the liaison between SDA members and members of the New Jersey State Legislature. She has also worked as the Director of Appointments for Governor Phil Murphy’s administration, in the Corporate & Regulatory Affairs Division at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, and at Gibbons PC. Additionally, she has experience in corporate and public affairs from her time at MWW and in the federal government while working for the United States Senate in both New Jersey and Washington, D.C. Rajski holds a degree in Political Science and American Studies from Boston University and a Master of Public Affairs and Politics from the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University.

“I am honored and excited to join the Mercer County Community College Board of Trustees,” said Rajski. “My sincerest gratitude goes out to County Executive Benson and the Board of County Commissioners for their trust and confidence in appointing me to this role. I look forward to working with fellow Trustees to ensure MCCC continues to provide students with opportunities to receive an outstanding education and professional development.”

About Mercer County Community College
Established in 1966, Mercer County Community College is a publicly supported comprehensive institution that provides opportunities for higher education through an open-door admission policy. The scenic 292-acre West Windsor Campus was opened in 1972 to serve the needs of Mercer County residents. MCCC’s James Kerney Campus, located in downtown Trenton, serves as an educational and cultural hub for city residents that meets the changing needs of thousands of students and community members seeking educational fulfillment and personal and career growth. President: Deborah E. Preston, Ph.D.; www.mccc.edu

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