Sources: Michigan State to hire Western Michigan AD Bartholomae
Michigan State University is set to gain a new athletic director from a neighboring institution.
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Michigan State University's athletic department is preparing for a leadership change. The university is poised to welcome Dan Bartholomae, currently the athletic director at Western Michigan University. Bartholomae's move to Michigan State is supported by multiple sources, including WWMT, Yahoo Sports, WOODTV.com, WILX, and ESPN.
The announcement comes from a variety of outlets, indicating a coordinated effort to share the news. The next steps involve finalizing the hiring process and transitioning Bartholomae into his new role. The specifics of his contract and start date have not been disclosed.
The open question is how Bartholomae's leadership will impact Michigan State's athletic programs.
Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 2h ago.
Coverage (7)
- Dan Bartholomae is leaving Western Michigan. Here’s what he leaves behind mlive.com · 4h ago
- MSU to hire Western Michigan’s Dan Bartholomae as next athletic director: report WILX · 4h ago
- Western Michigan AD Dan Bartholomae to take same position at Michigan State WWMT · 4h ago
- Michigan State University Has Its New Athletic Director Yahoo Sports · 4h ago
- Report: WMU athletic director heading to East Lansing to lead MSU WOODTV.com · 4h ago
- MSU to hire Western Michigan’s Dan Bartholomae as next athletic director: report WILX · 4h ago
- Sources: Michigan State to hire Western Michigan AD Bartholomae ESPN · 4h ago
Answered
Who is Dan Bartholomae?
Dan Bartholomae is the current athletic director at Western Michigan University.
What position will Bartholomae hold at Michigan State University?
Bartholomae will serve as the athletic director at Michigan State University.
When was the announcement made?
The announcement was made on August 17, 2026.
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