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flag Beong-Soo Kim, 53, unanimously appointed USC’s 13th president effective Feb. 4, 2026, following strong interim leadership during financial and national challenges.

flag Beong-Soo Kim has been unanimously appointed as USC’s 13th president, effective February 4, 2026, following a competitive search and his successful interim leadership since July 2025. flag The board praised his decisive management during a period of financial challenges, including a $200 million deficit and over 1,000 job cuts, as well as his efforts to strengthen research, secure donations, and navigate national pressures on higher education. flag At 53, Kim, a former USC senior vice president and law school lecturer, will lead the Los Angeles-based research university through a transformative era, focusing on academic excellence and preparing students for future global challenges.

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