Kevin Guskiewicz

Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz reversed his decision to leave the university, citing unresolved issues with the board of trustees. He had previously announced plans to join Clemson University, but that offer was rescinded. Guskiewicz criticized the board for divisive behavior and a focus on past conflicts rather than future progress.

Michigan State University has appointed Jon Palumbo as interim athletic director following former athletic director J Batt's departure. Palumbo, currently serving as MSU’s executive deputy athletics director and chief operating officer, will continue as CEO of Spartan Ventures and seek a board member replacement during his interim tenure.

Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz reversed his decision to leave for Clemson University and will remain at MSU due to personal reasons. He cited his family's connection to the university and emphasized rebuilding trust through consistent actions and collaboration with the community and Board of Trustees.

Kevin Guskiewicz, previously announced as the new president of Clemson University, has decided to remain at Michigan State University for personal reasons. The Clemson University Board of Trustees was notified of this decision and has selected Guskiewicz.

Kevin Guskiewicz will remain as president of Michigan State University despite initially accepting a position at Clemson University. The decision follows his contract extension through 2031 and a doubled salary to $2 million, amid controversial changes to MSU’s Board of Trustees code of conduct. Clemson stated Guskiewicz will stay for 'personal reasons,' reversing his earlier departure plan.

MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz will remain president at MSU for 'personal reasons.'

Kevin Guskiewicz remains as president of Michigan State University after accepting a position at Clemson University. Clemson University removed the announcement of his new role and stated he chose to stay at MSU for personal reasons. A campus campaign expressing support for Guskiewicz emerged, while the university board addressed internal governance challenges.

A free speech group claims Michigan State University's revised board of trustees code of conduct violates the First Amendment by restricting trustees' speech and criticism of institutional decisions. The university defended the changes, citing legal review and similar standards at other institutions, while two trustees who refused to sign the updated code lost conference credentials.

Clemson University appointed Kevin Guskiewicz as its 16th president, selecting him from Michigan State University where he has been president since March 2024. The board approved a $1.2 million salary for Guskiewicz, with payments split between taxpayer funds and Clemson’s private foundation, and his contract includes additional financial benefits.

Michigan State University President Kevin Guskiewicz is leaving to become Clemson University’s 16th president, days after his MSU contract was extended through 2031 with a doubled salary. His departure occurs amid contentious changes to MSU’s Board of Trustees code of conduct, which now includes sanctions for dissenting voices.