Vanderbilt's Athletic Director Makes History at Alma Mater

Candace Lee, the first African American woman to head an SEC athletics program, discusses her role at Vanderbilt, her reaction to the George Floyd incident, and the responsibilities of sports in social change. She also addresses the challenges posed by COVID-19 on college sports and shares her vision for Vanderbilt's future.

What is Candace Lee's role at Vanderbilt?

• Athletic Director

• Dean of Students

• Chancellor

• Head Coach

How did Candace Lee describe her reaction to the George Floyd incident?

• Relieved

• Confused

• Heartbroken

• Indifferent

What does Candace Lee emphasize as important when guiding student-athletes?

• Financial success

• Transparency and authenticity

• Winning at all costs

• Strict discipline

What is one of the roles of sports according to Candace Lee?

• To maintain tradition

• To entertain

• To be an agent for change

• To generate revenue

What challenge does Candace Lee mention regarding the return of college sports?

• Overcrowded stadiums

• Economic headwinds

• Lack of interest

• Too many sports events

What is the financial engine that drives college sports according to Candace Lee?

• Soccer

• Football

• Baseball

• Basketball

What does Candace Lee believe sports can do for communities?

• Divide them

• Unite them

• Ignore them

• Confuse them

What does Candace Lee say about the future of sports amid the pandemic?

• It is irrelevant

• It is unimportant

• It is unpredictable

• It is certain

How does Candace Lee view her connection to Vanderbilt in her role?

• As a disadvantage

• As irrelevant

• As a positive

• As a challenge

What does Candace Lee emphasize about her approach to her role?

• She is still learning

• She avoids new challenges

• She relies solely on her past experiences

• She has all the answers