Beong-Soo Kim’s election brings accolades from across the university’s campuses.
“Beong brings experience, leadership qualities, core values and commitment to the value of higher education to his tenure as president of USC. The announcement of his appointment has been universally praised by faculty, staff, students, alumni and friends of USC alike.”
David C. Bohnett
Vice chair, USC Board of Trustees
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“I have had the great fortune of working beside Beong in his leadership roles and could not be more excited that USC has found a president who embodies the collaborative spirit and grit we seek from all Trojans.”
Andrew T. Guzman
Provost and senior vice president for academic affairs
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“Beong-Soo Kim understands and values USC’s unique culture. His collaborative style of leadership, his respect for colleagues and concern for students, and his appreciation of tradition — linked with his determination to embrace the future — will take USC forward to new levels of excellence in a wide range of academic and professional fields.”
Elizabeth Daley
Dean, USC School of Cinematic Arts
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“President Kim is the right leader for the right time. It’s wonderful to have such a vocal champion of the liberal arts and student success at the helm. I’m looking forward to partnering with him to make USC stronger than ever.”
James Bullock
Dean, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences
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“Having worked alongside Beong as general counsel and interim president, I have seen firsthand how he thinks strategically, leads collaboratively and communicates with empathy. I know he will take on this new role with integrity, commitment and a passionate dedication to our Trojan Family.”
Willow Bay
Dean, USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism
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“Beong has breathed new life into USC’s commitment to groundbreaking research and discovery across our health sciences schools and academic health system. His steady-yet-visionary leadership provides a clear path for growth and greater cross-disciplinary partnerships throughout the university that will benefit our patients, students, faculty and community.”
Steven Shapiro
Senior vice president for health affairs