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About

It is with a deep sense of reflection that we share the news regarding the future of our Graduate School of Education (GSOE) program. After careful consideration and despite our best efforts to explore alternatives, we have made the difficult decision to phase out our GSOE programs due to ongoing challenges with national low enrollment. Its final term will conclude at the end of Fall 2025. Read more about the closure here

Our Mission & Goals

Mission

The Graduate School of Education prepares educators to meet the needs of all students and train them for the future of education. Our Mission is to promote social justice by serving the community and larger society; as well as to prepare and continuously support professional educators to meet the needs of a constantly changing and diverse student population.

Goals & Objectives

  • Promote equity, diversity, and inclusive education.
  • Prepare innovative, culturally responsive educators.
  • Offer continuing support to educators.
  • Meet the needs of expanding, diverse student populations.
  • Promote social justice by serving the community and society.
  • Foster a welcoming culture that promotes health and wellness.

Our Duty to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

In Touro's Graduate School of Education, we know that by promoting innovation, equity, diversity, and inclusion our exceptional graduates carry it into their lives, schools and workplaces. Your experience in our Graduate School of Education has its deepest meaning when it is shared, implemented and expanded upon.

We train our graduates to

  • Apply knowledge in real, complex teaching situations
  • Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences
  • Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines

Our Leadership

Karis Clarke

Dr. Karis Clarke

Assistant Dean, College of Education & Health Sciences

Dr. Karis Clarke is a Professor, Director of the Graduate School of Education, and Assistant Dean of Education and Health Sciences at Touro University California who works to prepare educators to meet the needs of all students locally, nationally, and internationally.

For 10+ years Karis has driven the development of teacher education and educational leadership programs with oversight of training programs, instructional strategies, curriculum planning, and accreditation.

All Faculty & Staff