Update from Interim President Kim

Earlier today, I sent this letter to the U.S. Department of Education regarding the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education. I appreciate the various points of view shared with me by many members of our community. Although USC has declined to join the proposed Compact, we look forward to contributing our perspectives, insights, and Trojan values to an important national conversation about the future of higher education.

USC Open Dialogue Project

Today, I’m excited to introduce the USC Open Dialogue Project, a university-wide effort that will help us strengthen these essential values. This project will offer a range of programs and events, creating meaningful opportunities for Trojans to listen, engage, and grow — even when we disagree.

Advancing USC’s AI Strategy Together

October 9, 2025  I am honored to chair the President’s AI Strategy Committee, which will bring together faculty and leaders from across USC to guide how we integrate artificial intelligence ethically and responsibly into our teaching, learning, and academic lives. As Interim President Kim has noted, this is a pivotal moment: AI is reshaping every aspect…

Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill – October 16, 2025

October 9, 2025 Safety and emergency preparedness are a top priority for the university. Since 2008, USC has participated in the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill every October as part of our extensive emergency management program. We urge all staff to participate in this year’s Great ShakeOut, an international earthquake drill on Thursday, October 16, at 10:16…

Announcing USC’s AI Summit and AI Strategy Committee

Every day, artificial intelligence becomes a more visible part of our lives — from how we learn and work to how we connect with each other. One of my top priorities as president is to harness USC’s opportunity to lead in the age of AI, and I’m pleased to announce two major initiatives that will guide how we integrate this technology across our academic mission in an ethical and responsible manner.

An Update from Interim President Kim

On Wednesday evening, USC received a letter from the U.S. Department of Education inviting us to provide feedback on a draft Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education.

2025 Annual Security & Fire Safety Report Notice of Availability

The safety of our students, faculty, and staff is central to providing a university environment where we can all thrive. Today, the USC Department of Public Safety posted the 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

International Day of Democracy at USC

As we celebrate this International Day of Democracy at USC, I call on our community to reflect on the values that sustain both our democracy and our university — open dialogue, mutual respect, and freedom of expression. In the video above, our deans (plus one guest) share some thoughts on what democracy means to them.

USC Celebrates Green Week

At USC, we understand our future is shaped by the sustainable choices and actions we make today. That’s why we’re working to foster a socially, environmentally, and economically responsible university to achieve our ambitious Assignment: Earth goals. 

Fall 2025 Mindful USC

As we begin a new academic year, the Provost’s Office is pleased to invite you to join Mindful USC—a program dedicated to supporting the well-being, resilience, and growth of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni.