Dan Bartholomae begins role as Michigan State athletic director focused on football

Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's new athletic director, officially announced on August 17. His primary mission is to support football coach Pat Fitzgerald and enhance the program's competitiveness in the Big Ten. Fitzgerald emphasized the need for transparency and collaboration to develop a long-term plan for the football team. This hiring comes shortly before Fitzgerald's debut game on September 4 against Toledo, following the departure of former AD J Batt. Bartholomae arrives from Western Michigan, tasked with fostering relationships with donors and improving the football program’s financial footing.

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