Leadership
USC’s leadership includes the university president, board of trustees, academic deans and senior administration. These dedicated individuals are steered by a profound passion for guiding the university’s central mission.
“The Trojan Family has no boundaries on its power to do good — not by geography, not by generation, not by school or discipline, and not by any other difference.”
Suzanne Nora Johnson, Chair, USC Board of Trustees
University President
Beong-Soo Kim serves as the interim president of the University of Southern California. Previously USC’s Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Kim has been a key figure in advancing initiatives across academics, advancement, athletics, healthcare, research and student life. A native Angeleno, he is guiding USC through a seamless leadership transition, working closely with senior leaders across USC and Keck Medicine to sustain and strengthen the university’s academic, research and clinical excellence.
University Board of Trustees
The USC Board of Trustees has a long and proud history of providing strategic direction for the Trojan Family. Their unwavering commitment and dedication safeguards the university’s reputation as one of the world’s top research institutions in every milestone achieved throughout our beloved school’s history.
Academic Deans
USC’s deans constantly strive to uphold the university’s mission of fostering outstanding educational excellence and collaboration between its esteemed faculty, staff and students. They act as driving forces in their school’s pursuit for intellectual exploration and success.
Senior Administration
The USC senior administrative team plays a dynamic role in advancing the university to global distinction. By effectively overseeing various operational facets of the institution, they reinforce USC’s stature as a leading higher education provider.
