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Adler University's President, Dr. Lisa Coleman.

The president

Lisa Coleman, Ph.D., leads Adler University with a bold vision — championing education, sparking innovation in health, and forging connections that drive lasting change.

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Senior Leadership team

Get to know Adler’s Senior Leadership Team and how their expertise and guidance help shape our programs, strategy, and impact every day.

Senior Leadership

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Vancouver

Bradley O'Hara, Ph.D.

Interim Provost and Executive Dean

Vancouver

Melody Sousa

Chief Financial Officer

Rita Dibble.

Chicago, Online, Vancouver

Rita Dibble

Vice President

Office of Institutional Advancement

Chicago, Online, Vancouver

Tara Romanella

Associate Vice President

Communications + Marketing

Hannah Elgin.

Chicago, Online, Vancouver

Hannah Elgin

Executive Director

People, Culture + Equal Opportunity

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Board of trustees

Meet Adler University’s Board of Trustees; leaders who provide strategic oversight and guidance to ensure our mission and vision stay strong and future-focused.

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