As most of members of the USC University Park Campus headed out for the roadways and airports for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, students too far from home to make the trip had another option—a gathering at the home of USC President C. L. Max Nikias and Mrs. Nikias. The tradition began last year as the…Continue Reading Thanksgiving, The Trojan Way
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Democracy and Tragedy: Discussion with USC Student-Athletes
On Nov. 16, 2011, USC president C. L. Max Nikias took on a different, albeit familiar role—that of teacher—as he introduced student-athletes to the classic tragedy of Sophocles’ Antigone. In an intimate Galen Center classroom setting, 35 USC students participated in the lecture-and-discussion session, part of an academic enrichment program sponsored by USC Athletics that…Continue Reading Democracy and Tragedy: Discussion with USC Student-Athletes
2011 President’s Leadership Retreat
At the USC President’s Leadership Retreat on Nov. 15, 2011, university administrators, faculty and staff gathered to revisit President Nikias’ vision and priorities for the institution, and to look ahead at their collective goals. Following President Nikias’ introduction, the agenda included three panels: Additional presentations highlighting the $6 billion Campaign for the University of Southern…Continue Reading 2011 President’s Leadership Retreat
Trojan Family Weekend 2011
Trojan Family Weekend 2011 (Oct. 27-30) gave USC parents from all over the country a glimpse into the full scope of academic and social activities that students enjoy on campus. President C. L. Max Nikias addressed all parent attendees during an event in Bovard Auditorium. In the photo above, President and Mrs. Nikias (second from right,…Continue Reading Trojan Family Weekend 2011
USC Leadership with Author Thomas L. Friedman
In appreciation of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Thomas L. Friedman’s highly successful keynote address to the attendees of the 2011 USC Global Conference in Hong Kong, USC leadership—including USC president C. L. Max Nikias (second from left); Elizabeth Garrett, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs; and USC Trustee and conference co-chair Ronnie Chan (far…Continue Reading USC Leadership with Author Thomas L. Friedman
USC Trustees in the Hong Kong Delegation
The 2011 USC Global Conference in Hong Kong was a very special occasion for the Board of Trustees to connect to the university’s research and business ties in the Asia region. President and Mrs. Nikias, together with USC senior administration, welcomed the USC Trustees in attendance to a formal dinner on October 14, 2011….Continue Reading USC Trustees in the Hong Kong Delegation
Presidential Dinner in Hong Kong
USC president C. L. Max Nikias and Niki C. Nikias hosted a private dinner on the occasion of the opening of the 2011 USC Global Conference in Hong Kong. Guests at the special event included (l. to r.): Kenneth Koo, chairman and CEO, Tai Chong Cheang Steamship Co. (H.K.) Ltd.; Helen Koo; Yang Ho Cho,…Continue Reading Presidential Dinner in Hong Kong
Chungnam Corp. Leadership and USC Alumni
USC leadership including USC president C.L. Max Nikias (second from right) and senior vice president for university advancement Al Checcio (far right) held a meeting with prominent alumni Bob Chong Hok-hoi and Charles Chong Hok-kei during the pre-conference week of the 2011 USC Global Conference in Hong Kong. Mr. Bob Chong (second from left) is…Continue Reading Chungnam Corp. Leadership and USC Alumni
Trojan Connections: Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Riady
As USC prepares for the 2011 Global Conference in Hong Kong, USC president C.L. Max Nikias (left) and Mrs. Nikias (right) renew the university’s ties to alumni and supporters in the regions, including Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Riady (center). Mr. Riady is president of the Lippo Group of companies. Among his many directorships, he is…Continue Reading Trojan Connections: Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Riady
President Nikias Meets with Alumnus David Harilela
In the week leading up to the 2011 USC Global Conference in Hong Kong, USC President C.L. Max Nikias met with key friends and supporters of the university from the Asia Pacific region, including alumnus David Harilela, a graduate from the University of Southern California who holds a B.S.C. in Business Administration. His company, the…Continue Reading President Nikias Meets with Alumnus David Harilela