
Office of the Provost
As chief academic officers, the provosts of the Touro College and University System work closely with the president, deans, academic and administrative leaders to maintain our academic integrity, advance our education goals, and support faculty development. The Provosts provides leadership, policy formation and guidance for faculty and academic programs. In addition, the office oversees Touro’s research enterprises and budget planning as well as curriculum development and personnel management for the academic divisions.

Patricia E. Salkin, J.D., Ph.D.
Provost, Touro University New York, Division of Graduate & Professional Schools

Chani Tessler, Ph.D.
Chief Academic Officer, Hebrew Theological College

Shelia Lewis, Ph.D.
Provost, Touro University Worldwide