Michigan State names interim athletic director after J Batt's departure
Michigan State University has appointed Jon Palumbo as interim athletic director following the departure of J Batt.
📍 The outcome
Michigan State University named Jon Palumbo as interim athletic director. This appointment followed the announcement that J Batt would leave the university on July 28.
Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.
Who reported it (6)
- Michigan State announces interim athletic director to replace J Batt WLNS 6 News · 46d ago
- J Batt to leave MSU on July 28 The State News · 46d ago
- Nemo’s notes...There is no period 247Sports · 46d ago
- MSU athletics announces J Batt officially done after lengthy departure Yahoo Sports · 46d ago
- Michigan State names Jon Palumbo as interim athletic director ESPN · 46d ago
- Jon Palumbo Named MSU Interim Athletic Director Michigan State University Athletics · 46d ago broke it first
Where it stands
Michigan State University has named Jon Palumbo to serve as the interim athletic director. This appointment follows the announcement that J Batt will be leaving the university on July 28.
Coverage from ESPN, WLNS 6 News, and Michigan State University Athletics emphasizes the naming of Palumbo to the role. Yahoo Sports described the move as the official conclusion of a lengthy departure process for Batt.
Future updates will likely center on the transition of leadership as Batt's tenure ends on the specified July date.
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Answered
Who is the new interim athletic director at MSU?
Jon Palumbo has been named as the interim athletic director.
When is J Batt leaving Michigan State?
J Batt is scheduled to leave MSU on July 28.
Which outlets reported the appointment?
The appointment was reported by ESPN, Michigan State University Athletics, WLNS 6 News, and others.
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