Michigan State to Hire Western Michigan AD Dan Bartholomae
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Michigan State to Hire Western Michigan AD Dan Bartholomae

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Michigan State University is set to appoint Dan Bartholomae, the current athletic director at Western Michigan University, as its new athletic director. Sources confirmed the agreement on Monday.

According to sources who spoke with ESPN’s Pete Thamel, Michigan State is finalizing a deal to bring Bartholomae on board. The move comes as Michigan State seeks new leadership for its athletic department. Bartholomae currently serves as the athletic director for Western Michigan University, a position he has held since 2023. No reason was given for the hiring.

ESPN reported the news Monday, indicating the deal is nearing completion. Bartholomae’s expected arrival at Michigan State signals a change in leadership for the Spartans’ athletic programs.

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