Welcome to the Director Download, powered by Campus Rec Magazine.
It’s time to go behind the curtain of the director role and have honest discussions with leaders in the campus recreation industry.
In this episode, host Grady Sheffield, the director of Campus Recreation at Towson University and senior advisor to Campus Rec Magazine, sits down with Troy Vaughn, the senior director of Campus Recreation at the University of Arizona.
Vaughn’s 35-year career has been filled with passion, professional growth and a commitment to making a difference in students’ lives. He shares his journey from graduate assistantship at Indiana University to leadership roles at Southeast Missouri State, SIU Carbondale and now the University of Arizona.
The conversation explores:
- Balancing career demands with family life and lessons learned.
- The importance of caring, passion, and professional development for students and staff.
- How listening and emotional intelligence play a crucial role in leadership success.
Vaughn reflects on the challenges of early career expectations, the need to stay true to oneself, and the essential role of putting family first. He emphasizes that true leadership is about investment and caring deeply for your team, students and mission. His dedication to resume development, professional growth and mentorship has left a lasting impact on countless students and colleagues.
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Kylie is an assistant editor at Peake Media. Contact her at kylie@peakemedia.com
