Black Excellence at UChicago is thrilled to host Angie Torain in conversation with Patrick Phillips AB’92, AM’92. Angie Torain is the current Director of Athletics and Recreation at the University of Chicago. Torain provides visionary leadership for the Athletics & Recreation department, which sponsors 20 varsity sports, nearly 40 sports clubs, an intramural sports program with thousands of student participants annually, and the FitChicago program. As a critical advocate for the athletics and fitness opportunities at the University, Torain collaborates with key partners across campus and works with the Alumni Relations and Development office to ensure ongoing philanthropic success. She is also integral to fostering a department that promotes and celebrates all dimensions of difference and diversity.