11th President of the University of Southern California
“The Destined Reign of Troy”
C. L. Max Nikias first arrived at USC in 1991, and has served as a professor, national research center director, engineering dean, provost, and president. He serves the university as a life trustee and as its president emeritus. During his tenure as president, Nikias advanced USC’s premier academic and global standing, led a generational upgrade and expansion of both of the university’s campuses, and created college pathways for low-income students.
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- Nikias Keynotes World Congress on Innovation and TechnologyPresident Emeritus C. L. Max Nikias served as a keynote speaker at the World Congress on Innovation and Technology (WCIT) held from October 4 – 7, 2024, in Yerevan, Armenia. Traveling with a group of USC luminaries, Nikias also visited some of Armenia’s unique cultural and historic sites….Continue Reading Nikias Keynotes World Congress on Innovation and Technology
- President Emeritus C. L. Max Nikias Speaks at the Delphi Economic Forum with General David H. PetraeusPresident Emeritus C. L. Max Nikias spoke April 12th at the annual Delphi Economic Forum held annually in the ancient Greek city of Delphi….Continue Reading President Emeritus C. L. Max Nikias Speaks at the Delphi Economic Forum with General David H. Petraeus
- Nikias Delivers Major Speeches on Artificial Intelligence and Semiconductor Computer ChipsOn a recent trip to Cyprus, USC President Emeritus C. L. Max Nikias delivered two major speeches on artificial intelligence and semiconductor computer chips that drew widespread media attention in the island nation….Continue Reading Nikias Delivers Major Speeches on Artificial Intelligence and Semiconductor Computer Chips
