Touro University is a private Jewish university based in New York City, New York. It was founded by Bernard Lander in 1971, and named for Isaac and Judah Touro. It is a part of the Touro University System. Its mission includes a strong focus on "transmit and perpetuat the Jewish heritage". Touro’s main campus has been located inside 3 Times Sq…Touro University is a private Jewish university based in New York City, New York. It was founded by Bernard Lander in 1971, and named for Isaac and Judah Touro. It is a part of the Touro University System. Its mission includes a strong focus on "transmit and perpetuat the Jewish heritage". Touro’s main campus has been located inside 3 Times Square since in January 2023. The high-profile address gives the university significantly more visibility and positions it for further growth.