Bartholomae’s Big Ten Vision for MSU | Michigan State Spartans Football News

Michigan State University has landed Dan Bartholomae as its new athletic director, signing a five-year deal averaging $1.45 million annually — and he’s already setting his sights on a national championship. With a proven track record in fundraising and a deep connection to Michigan, Bartholomae brings fresh energy to a program amid leadership upheaval. His first day is August 31st, aligning with newly extended stints for President Kevin Guskiewicz and football coach Pat Fitzgerald — a trio poised to build long-term stability. Bartholomae sees Big Ten dominance as the first step, while also prioritizing NIL growth and cultivating a winning culture rooted in sustained excellence. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e4b6eb5d6facde9b