TC NovDec 2025 Newsletter

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 5 p.m. Reception • 6 p.m. Program • 7 p.m. Dinner

Beong- Soo (“Beong”) Kim is the Interim President of the University of Southern California (USC.) One of the world’s top private research universities, USC is home to 23 schools, more than 46,000 students; 4,700 faculty; 500,000 alumni; and Keck Medicine of USC, one of California’s leading academic health systems. Since his appointment, Kim has brought a highly collaborative approach to his focus on academic excellence, student outcomes, and pioneering research. He is a passionate advocate for open dialogue, and has championed USC’s commitment to intellectual diversity, non-discrimination, and academic freedom. He will discuss some of the challenges facing higher education in these unprecedented times as well as college athletics, and the opportunities for USC to continue delivering on its mission of advancing knowledge, benefitting humanity and transforming lives. Learn how collaboration among the schools is improving health, longevity, science, engineering, and the arts and humanities. Q&A session will follow. MENU Passed Hors d’oeuvres Maple Glazed Mary’s Duck, Cranberry Ginger & Earl Grey Chutney • Cheese Puffs First Course Grilled Persimmon & Wild Rocket Salad, Shaved Manchego, Candied Nuts, Yuzu Shallot Vinaigrette Entrée Scallion Crusted Snapper, Mushroom & Ginger Risotto, Lemongrass & Red Curry Broth Bread Lemon Scented Popovers / Sweet Onion & Dill Rolls Dessert Caramelized Forelle Pear Tartlet, Coconut & Lime Crème, Ginger & Five Spice Caramel

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Program & Dinner: $85 per person

Program only: $30 per person

18% Surcharge will be added to all Food & Beverage