USC installs Beong-Soo Kim as president, unveils education overhaul
Speaking to a crowd of thousands at a University Park ceremony on Friday, the new leader outlined plans to revise academic programs and expand interdisciplinary research.
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What happened
Beong-Soo Kim took office as USC's 13th president at a Friday ceremony on the University Park campus. Speaking to a crowd of thousands, he unveiled a plan to rework undergraduate general education for the first time in decades. He also set out goals to refresh academic offerings, grow cross-disciplinary research and deepen ties with industry and local communities.
Why it matters
The plan would bring the first major rework of undergraduate general education in decades. It also signals a push to refresh academics, research and partnerships outside the university.
Coverage
- Kim Installed as USC President, Announces General Education Overhaul (mynewsla.com)
- Kim installed as USC president, announces general education overhaul (City News Service)
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