Beong-Soo Kim
University of Southern California’s 13th president
“The Trojan Family is unique in its power, reach, and distinction, and I step into this role eager to strengthen our common bonds and advance USC’s place in our world.”
– USC President Beong-Soo Kim
A Message from USC President Beong-Soo Kim
USC President Beong-Soo Kim delivers a special message of gratitude to the Trojan Family upon being named president.
Trojan Talks Podcast
Trojan Talks Ep. 5: President Beong-Soo Kim with Eileen Crimmins
In the fifth episode of Trojan Talks, President Kim and Eileen Crimmins, one of the world’s leading scholars in aging and population health, discuss how scientists measure aging and longevity — and why living longer does not always mean living healthier. They explore biomarkers, life-course influences on health, and what demographic trends suggest about the future of aging.
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News
Less than a week after the “interim” tag was removed from his title, Kim shared his vision of the university’s future with audiences at the University Park and Health Sciences campuses.
Beong-Soo Kim unanimously elected 13th president of USC
A visionary leader, Kim will advance the university’s national and global excellence. He has led USC as interim president since July.
Praise for the new USC president
Beong-Soo Kim’s election brings accolades from across the university’s campuses.
Contact
For general inquiries and correspondence:
Office of the President
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0012
Tel: 213-740–2111
Fax: 213-821–1342
Email: president@usc.edu
Instagram: @usc.president
Beong-Soo Kim — Photo credit: ©Henry Kofman/Daily Trojan