CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WJZY) -- Two universities with strong roots in Charlotte announced they will be merging.

Elon University and Queen's University announced on Tuesday that the two institutions will be merging. While the structure of the merger will be finalized over the next few months, school officials said the vision is to create a new institution in Charlotte that strengthens higher education throughout the region.

“Queens has long been a leader in education, deeply connected to Charlotte’s civic and business community. This merger with Elon accelerates that vision, ensuring continuity while creating bold opportunities to expand our impact," Jesse Cureton, Acting President and CEO of Queens University, said.

According to Elon, the University will operate Queens at the conclusion of th

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