Vicky Chun
About Vicky Chun
Vicky Chun serves as the Director of Athletics at Yale University, a position she has held since 2018. She has a distinguished background in collegiate sports, including accolades as both a player and coach, and has contributed significantly to women's sports organizations.
Work at Yale University
Vicky Chun has served as the Director of Athletics at Yale University since 2018. In this role, she oversees the university's athletic programs and initiatives, contributing to the development of student-athletes and the promotion of sports within the university community. Her leadership at Yale follows a successful tenure at Colgate University, where she held various athletic administration positions.
Education and Expertise
Vicky Chun studied at Colgate University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and Education from 1987 to 1991. She continued her education at Colgate, achieving a Master of Arts (M.A.) in History from 1992 to 1994. Her academic background supports her expertise in athletic administration and coaching, particularly in women's sports.
Background
Before joining Yale University, Vicky Chun held multiple positions at Colgate University, including Vice President and Director of Athletics from 2013 to 2018 and Senior Associate Athletic Director from 2008 to 2010. She has a notable history in volleyball, having been recognized as both a player and coach, and has contributed significantly to the development of women's athletics.
Achievements
Vicky Chun has received numerous accolades throughout her career. She was named the National Administrator of the Year (FCS Division) in 2010 and was inducted into the Colgate Hall of Honor in 1999. Chun also earned the Patriot League Player of the Year award in 1991 and Coach of the Year in 1996. Additionally, she was named to the Patriot League’s 25th Anniversary Volleyball Team in 2015.
Involvement in Sports Organizations
Chun has been actively involved in various sports organizations. She served as vice-chair of the NCAA Division I Football Oversight Committee and was a long-time board member and past president of Women Leaders in Sports. She also participated in the Women’s Sports Foundation's Annual Salute Gala Committee, further demonstrating her commitment to advancing women's sports.