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
143rd Commencement Address
The President’s Words for USC’s Newest Graduates
In his first commencement address as USC president, Beong-Soo Kim shared words of inspiration for the university’s newest graduates. He praised their tenacity, encouraged them to make a difference in the world — and brought laughs as he demonstrated a keen understanding of student life.
News
Trojan Talks Podcast Ep. 9:
President Kim with Assal Habibi
President Kim sits down with Assal Habibi, USC associate research professor of psychology and director of the USC Center for Music, Brain, and Society to discuss how music helps shape the brain.
USC President Beong-Soo Kim shares ‘What Matters to Me and Why’
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.
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