MSU President issues statement on AD's departure

MSU President Kevin M. Guskiewicz, Ph.D., issued the following statement regarding Athletic Director J Batt moving on from Michigan State University:

“I appreciate the energy and innovation that J Batt brought to Spartan Athletics over this past year. He has set our athletics department on a positive path, one that our outstanding and dedicated team will continue driving forward. During his tenure, he helped position our athletics program for success in a rapidly changing collegiate landscape while advancing our commitment to competitive excellence, academic achievement, and the student-athlete experience. Amy and I both wish J, Leah and their family happiness and success in Kentucky.

“I will be working with university and athletics department leadership over the coming days to name an interim and outline a search process for moving forward. We remain committed to supporting our student-athletes, coaches, staff, alumni and fans while continuing to pursue excellence in all that we do.”