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Warde Manuel Steps Down Amid Reform Push | Lansing News
University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel is stepping down at year’s end amid an independent probe into the firing of former coach Sherrone Moore and broader cultural issues in the athletic department. Though praised for his student-athlete leadership, Manuel’s tenure was criticized for delayed and inconsistent responses to misconduct allegations. The review found no widespread abuse but exposed systemic flaws in accountability, oversight, and reporting. Manuel will transition to a special advisor role to help implement reforms, including stronger HR systems, standardized…
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