Jon Palumbo is named interim athletic director at Michigan State University

Jon Palumbo has been appointed interim athletic director for Michigan State University effective immediately, following the departure of J Batt, who is set to take over as athletic director at Kentucky on July 28. Palumbo, previously the executive deputy athletic director, is also the CEO of Spartan Ventures. His interim status indicates that the university may continue searching for a permanent athletic director. The decision sets up questions regarding the long-term plans for the athletic department amid this transition.

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