Athletic Director's Circle Programming
CHECK OUT THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR'S CIRCLE'S RECENT PROGRAMMING
VIRTUAL MEETING WITH DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS ANGIE TORAIN
In her welcome remarks on February 11, 2025, Director of Athletics Angie Torain provided an insider’s perspective on UChicago Athletics. She highlighted the fall teams’ impressive 52-30-5 record and the advancement of four programs to postseason competition. Additional updates included the return of Craig Knoche as Head Football Coach, upcoming capital projects such as the track resurfacing, ongoing hiring efforts, and donor-supported funding priorities. Founding members were introduced, and Christina Fountain, Assistant Vice President for Development & Associate Dean of the College, also joined the virtual meeting.
ZOOM CALL WITH MARSHALL OUIM (Class of 2011)
On Tuesday, May 8, the Athletic Director's Circle met with Marshall Ouim, a 2011 graduate of the University of Chicago, to discuss the role and impact of Division III athletics, as well as the distinctions between Division I and Division III sports. A former economics major, Marshall played both baseball and football for the Maroons. He currently serves as Director of Football Strategy for the New England Patriots and has worked in the NFL since 2013, holding various roles with both the Patriots and the Cleveland Browns.
VIRTUAL CALL ON DEPARTMENT'S IMPACT REPORT
On June 25, 2025, the Athletic Director's Circle participated in a virtual session focused on the department's latest impact report. Director of Athletics and Recreation Angie Torain shared highlights from a successful academic year, including 16 of 20 teams advancing to postseason play and a ninth-place finish in the Learfield Directors’ Cup. The session also underscored the vital role of the Athletic Director's Circle and how its support has directly contributed to the department’s recent achievements and operational success.
