Office of the President

Fall 2025 Welcome by Interim President Beong-Soo Kim

USC Interim President Beong-Soo Kim welcomes students for the Fall 2025 semester. In this back-to-campus message, he reflects on his family’s USC journey, celebrates the talent of Trojans and the sense of community that defines the Trojan Family, and shares his excitement for the year ahead.

The Vital Role of USC Research

USC Interim President Beong-Soo Kim highlights the incredible research happening at USC—from breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s and blindness to advances in AI and aging. He also announces the Trojan Fund for Research Excellence, inviting the Trojan Family to support discovery that strengthens our communities, nation and world.

At new student convocation, Trojans hear inspiring words and stories of friendship and success

“Whatever you end up doing in your lives, you are — starting today — Trojans for life,” Interim President Beong-Soo Kim tells the new students as they begin their USC journey.

Meet Beong-Soo Kim, USC’s interim president

Kim, who has served as USC senior vice president and general counsel for five years, talks about the challenges and opportunities ahead, his plans as interim president ­— and what practicing law and playing the cello have taught him about leadership.

USC interim president’s visit to Health Sciences Campus hits a high note

A musical performance by Beong-Soo Kim — an accomplished cellist — is just one highlight of the tour, which took place on his second day leading the university.