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Elon, Queens teams meet in person to advance merger planning
February 20, 2026
Nearly 80 faculty and staff met face-to-face at Elon University to shape academic, cultural and operational plans for a merger that will enhance the student experience on both campuses and expand educational offerings in the Charlotte region.
Charlotte College Coffee highlights mental and physical healthcare
February 17, 2026
Elon University’s Charlotte campus hosted a College Coffee for prospective students and clinical supervisors highlighting the integration of mental and physical healthcare.
Anthony Bamford ’25 to lead Elon Sports Vision
February 12, 2026
The Elon alumnus has been named coordinating producer for Elon Sports Vision, where he will oversee student crews and strengthen mentorship and professional development within the program.
SOAR Strategic Planning Committee continues work on Elon/Queens merger
February 5, 2026
Composed of faculty, staff and administrators at both institutions, the committee will envision the future of a merged institution and provide opportunities for members of campus communities to share ideas for enhancing future student experiences.
Integration team launches next phase of Elon–Queens merger planning
January 23, 2026
The team will be co-chaired by Jeff Stein, Elon’s newly appointed chief integration officer and executive vice president, and Pamela Davies, president emerita and senior strategy and integration executive at Queens.
Jeff Stein named chief integration officer and executive vice president
December 29, 2025
The former Elon administrator rejoins the university to provide leadership support for the merger process with Queens University of Charlotte
Beyond the classroom: Study USA Charlotte students gain valuable professional experience
December 19, 2025
Students in the third fall cohort of the Study USA Charlotte program had a dynamic and eye-opening semester in the Queen City
Elon-Queens merger update: Definitive agreement signed
December 18, 2025
Elon University and Queens University of Charlotte have signed a formal agreement to merge. Now the institutions will begin seeking all required regulatory approvals to complete the merger, a process that can take several years to finalize.
Community shares ideas for future of Elon/Queens merger
December 11, 2025
President Connie Book of Elon University and Acting President Jesse Cureton of Queens University of Charlotte hosted lunch for residents of the city’s Myers Park neighborhood, followed later with Book leading a town hall for Elon alumni who call Charlotte their home.
Queen City Internship Grant recipients reflect on their fall experience in Charlotte
December 10, 2025
Six fall Study USA Charlotte students were awarded funds for the Elon University Queen City Internship Grant.