Open Extended ReactionsStanford has hired former Nike CEO John Donahoe as the school's new athletic director, the university announced Thursday. He also brings strong Stanford ties as a 1986 MBA graduate. He has had two stints on the Stanford business school's advisory board, including currently serving in that role. I can't wait to work in partnership with the Stanford team to build momentum for Stanford Athletics and ensure the best possible experiences for our student-athletes." We're grateful he has agreed to lead Stanford Athletics through this critical period in college sports."