Janet Lucas, the athletic director of the University of the Pacific, recently announced her retirement after a long and illustrious career in athletics spanning 43 years.
Lucas has been at the helm of Pacific’s athletics for the past five years, leading the 17 Division I teams under her watch through a worldwide pandemic with unwavering focus on the success of student-athletes on and off the court.
Throughout her tenure, Lucas has demonstrated a keen understanding of the importance of putting students first, a philosophy that has been central to the University of the Pacific's mission since its inception. She has been a driving force behind the university's efforts to provide student-athletes with a well-rounded education and opportunities to develop their skills both athletically and academically.
Lucas has been called an exceptional leader, navigating the university's athletic programs through unprecedented times while
As Lucas prepares to step down on August 2, she expressed her deep appreciation for the Pacific Athletics Family and the collective mission that has driven the university's athletic programs to success. She also expressed her gratitude for the support and care she has received throughout her career, acknowledging that her journey would not have been possible without the dedication and commitment of the many people who have supported her over the years.
Lucas's retirement marks the end of an era for the University of the Pacific, but her legacy will undoubtedly endure for years to come. To read more about this, visit The Stockton Record.
