The Search for the 13th President of USC is Underway
We are pleased to announce that the search for the next President of the University of Southern California is now underway. This is a significant moment in the life of our University, and we are committed to finding the right leader to guide USC into its next chapter.
Updates about the search process will be shared on this site. We invite all members of the Trojan family to stay informed and engaged as we move forward.
The Presidential Search Brochure
This document synthesizes the extensive input we received from the Trojan family with nearly 8,000 survey participants and more than 1,100 attendees at 50 in-person and virtual focus groups and listening sessions, and reflects a snapshot of USC, to be shared with prospective candidates.
Communication and Updates
This section includes official messages and announcements shared with the University community regarding the presidential search. All past communications are archived here to keep stakeholders informed throughout the process.
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Update from the USC Presidential Search Committee – October 2025
Dear Trojan Family,
Thank you for your continued interest and support as the Presidential Search Committee carries forward its important work. We continue to draw from the insightful input you provided during the listening phase of our search, highlighting the many unique and special characteristics of the Trojan Family and identifying the critical attributes we should seek in our next president.
As shared previously, the committee is using the presidential search brochure to help prospective candidates understand the exceptional opportunity to lead the University of Southern California. With the support of our executive search firm Russell Reynolds Associates, we have carefully reviewed more than 500 candidate recommendations submitted by members of our community, alongside many other names identified through national outreach and research.
The strengths of USC’s mission, reputation, and Trojan Family continue to attract impressive interest. The committee is now in a quiet phase of the process, focused on candidate assessments. While we are limited in what we can share during this period, please know that the work is actively and thoughtfully progressing.
Thank you again for your trust and engagement as we continue this vital process for the future of our university.
Fight On!
Carmen Nava
Co-chair
Presidential Search Committee
Mark Stevens
Co-chair
Presidential Search Committee