Michigan State University is undergoing a major shake-up in its athletic leadership.
University President Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Ph.D., announced Wednesday that Alan Haller, Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, will be stepping down from his role at MSU.
“I’m grateful for Alan’s leadership since I joined the university and appreciate the success our programs have seen under his leadership,” said Guskiewicz. “He is deeply committed to this university and has led with honesty and integrity.”
Haller’s departure marks a pivotal moment for Michigan State as the university looks to evolve in the ever-shifting collegiate athletics landscape.
Guskiewicz stated that a national search will begin immediately for a new athletic director who can effectively steer the Spartans through the current challenges in college sports. The goal: finding a candidate who can connect with both internal and external stakeholders and help MSU remain competitive among the Power Four institutions.
The leadership change comes at a crucial time as schools around the country face new NIL (name, image, likeness) policies, conference realignments, and increased pressure to succeed both athletically and academically.
