The Michigan-based lender's "name, image and likeness" deal with men's football and basketball teams has expanded to encompass women's basketball and volleyball.
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Decision to end swim and dive programs remains following $32 million commitment to athletics
Sophomore Lauren Biglin swims during the meet against Cleveland State on Jan. 24, 2020, at McCaffree Pool. The Spartans defeated the Vikings, 163.5-135.5. Photo by Matt Schmucker | The State News
The decision to end Michigan State University’s swim and dive programs after this season will remain in effect following the receipt of a $32 million commitment to benefit MSU athletics, Athletic Director Bill Beekman said in a press conference Friday.
Men’s basketball alumnus Mat Ishbia, who committed the $32 million to the program, said the goal is to make sure this gift touches every student-athlete at MSU past, present and future.
MSU athletics receives $32 million donation, largest single donation in school history Former men s basketball players left to right, Jason Andreas, Mateen Cleaves and Matt Ishbia chat during halftime during the game against Florida on Dec. 12, 2015 at Breslin Center. The 2000 basketball team was honored during halftime.
Michigan State University Athletics is receiving their largest single cash commitment in school history from men s basketball alumnus Mat Ishbia, according to a release from MSU Athletics.
Ishbia has committed $32 million to benefit MSU Athletics in a variety of ways, including a significant expansion of athletic facilities, funds to support career services and as well as enhancing the university s athletics overall, the release states.