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Beloved STEM Educator Larry Lim Passes Away at 36

4/26/2025

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Larry Lim, a beloved figure in STEM education and director of USC Viterbi's MESA program for 36 years, has sadly passed away. Honored with the USC President’s Staff Award in 2011, his mentorship left an indelible mark on countless students. Alumnus Darin Gray celebrated Lim's profound influence, ensuring his legacy will inspire future generations. He will be deeply missed.

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Larry Lim, a beloved figure in STEM education and director of USC Viterbi's MESA program for 36 years, has sadly passed away. Honored with the USC President’s Staff Award in 2011, his mentorship left an indelible mark on countless students. Alumnus Darin Gray celebrated Lim's profound influence, ensuring his legacy will inspire future generations. He will be deeply missed.