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
Trojan Talks Podcast
Ep. 8: President Beong-Soo Kim with Prem Natarajan
President Kim sits down with Prem Natarajan, Executive Vice President, Head of Enterprise AI, and Chief Scientist at Capital One, and USC Research Professor of Computer Science with Distinction, to discuss how AI is reshaping organizations and what it means for universities and the future of talent. Recorded at USC’s 2026 Corporate Engagement Symposium, their conversation covers enterprise AI, the evolving workforce, and how USC can strengthen partnerships with industry.
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News
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At the monthly discussion series, Kim talked about three people who significantly influenced his life and thinking — and continue to inspire his leadership.
USC celebrates opening of its first-ever infant child care center in Leimert Park
The new Early Head Start and Head Start Center expands access to quality early childhood education and support to South L.A. families.
Generations of USC veterans, service members and ROTC students gather for memorable 17th annual gala
LA28 CEO Lt. Gen. Reynold Hoover delivers stirring keynote; 100-year-old World War II veteran George Mullins is a surprise star attraction.
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
Photo: ©Henry Kofman/Daily Trojan