Angela Marin follows a “lift as you rise” philosophy, mentoring those who may one day follow her less-traveled path. “It’s an incredible feeling to be here,” said Marin, who joined the UT Dallas athletics staff in 2012 and was promoted to interim athletic director last October. “What makes UT Dallas so special is that we have such an open, warm environment for people to be who they are. As a part of our university, we in the athletic department absolutely believe in UT Dallas’ core values,” she said. “I am so proud of Angela and look forward to watching her continue the culture of excellence at UT Dallas.”