Michigan State hires Dan Bartholomae as new Athletic Director
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Michigan State has announced the hiring of Dan Bartholomae as its new Vice President and Director of Athletics, effective August 17, 2026. Bartholomae previously held the position at Western Michigan, where he led the athletics department to significant achievements, including an NCAA national championship in Men's ice hockey in 2025. The announcement drew widespread approval on social media, reflecting optimism about his leadership and vision for Spartan Athletics. As he transitions into this role, there are anticipations regarding his efforts to enhance the athletic program further.
- •Dan Bartholomae takes over as Vice President and Director of Athletics.
- •He previously served as Athletic Director at Western Michigan.
- •Bartholomae led WMU to an NCAA ice hockey championship in 2025.
- •Social media reactions largely praise the hiring decision.
- •The change follows the departure of former AD J Batt to Kentucky.
- 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — New Michigan State Director of Athletics releases statement
- 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Social media reacts to Michigan State announcing new Athletic Director
"Social media was buzzing after Michigan State announced it was hiring Dan Bartholomae as its next Director of Athletics
"New Michigan State AD Dan Bartholomae wasted no time addressing Spartan Nation:
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 8:20 PMNew Michigan State Director of Athletics releases statement
New Michigan State AD Dan Bartholomae wasted no time addressing Spartan Nation:
- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 8:15 PMSocial media reacts to Michigan State announcing new Athletic Director
Social media was buzzing after Michigan State announced it was hiring Dan Bartholomae as its next Director of Athletics
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