At the annual USC Town and Gown benefit and luncheon, USC President C. L. Max Nikias and Mrs. Niki C. Nikias were honored for their role in establishing Visions and Voices, a signature arts and humanities program that is part of the educational experience for USC students. USC Town and Gown is the oldest USC support organization, now eight years into their second century, and continues a tradition of giving more than a million dollars in scholarships to more than 150 students annually. Also honored at the event was USC alumna Marlo Thomas, who received the lifetime achievement award.