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Former University of Michigan athletic director donates $100K for clean water access in Honduras
Read full article: Former University of Michigan athletic director donates $100K for clean water access in HondurasBill Martin has donated $100,000 to an Ann Arbor-based nonprofit to improve the lives of those living near one of Central America's largest garbage dumps.
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Secretary of State urges Michigan State to prioritize hiring a woman athletic director
Read full article: Secretary of State urges Michigan State to prioritize hiring a woman athletic directorWhen Michigan State Athletic Director Bill Beekman stepped down, it set off a firestorm of rumors and guesses about who would take his spot.
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Michigan State Athletic Director Bill Beekman steps down to take new position at university
Read full article: Michigan State Athletic Director Bill Beekman steps down to take new position at universityMichigan State Athletic Director Bill Beekman is stepping down to take over a new position at the university, MSU announced.
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Merritt Norvell, first Black AD at Michigan State, has died
Read full article: Merritt Norvell, first Black AD at Michigan State, has diedEAST LANSING, Mich. – Merritt Norvell Jr., the first Black athletic director at Michigan State University, has died. “The thoughts of the entire Michigan State Athletics family are with the family and friends of Merritt Norvell,” said Bill Beekman, Michigan State's current AD, in a statement. “Beyond his contributions at Michigan State, his impact was felt across college athletics, including at the national level. Michigan State reached the Final Four in volleyball, hockey and men's basketball during Norvell's tenure. “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Merritt Norvell," NCAA President Mark Emmert said.