Photos: New USC president inaugurated

Faculty members wearing colorful academic robes march across campus to the inauguration.  (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times)

Outgoing President Steven B. Sample, right, places the presidential medallion on new USC President C.L. “Max” Nikias.  (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times)

New USC President C.L. “Max” Nikias flashes a victory sign while leading the recessional march with his wife, Niki C. Nikias.  (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times)

USC President C.L. “Max” Nikias, right, receives a handshake of congratulations after his inauguration.  (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times)