Warde Manuel

The University of Michigan will pay Warde Manuel $7.1 million as part of a separation agreement following his resignation as athletic director on Dec. 31. The agreement includes a $108,000 retirement account contribution, access to sports tickets and golf courses, a non-compete clause for 2027-2028, and $82,000 in legal fees for Manuel's representation. The university cited confidentiality in its ongoing investigation into athletics, which began after head football coach Sherrone Moore was fired for a relationship with an assistant.

University of Michigan faces leadership scrutiny after Athletic Director Warde Manuel's planned departure, with author John U. Bacon criticizing the university's handling of an independent review and lack of transparency. Interim President Domenico Grasso announced reforms, while Bacon highlighted Manuel's tenure achievements and controversies.

University of Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel will step down at the end of 2026 following an independent review that cited failures of oversight and accountability in university leadership. The review, conducted by Jenner & Block, found issues including interference and poor oversight, though Manuel was not accused of personal misconduct. President Domenico Grasso announced the leadership change and praised Manuel's contributions while initiating a national search for a replacement.

University of Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel will step down at the end of 2026 after agreeing to a buyout for the remaining three years of his contract. This decision follows investigations into former football coach Sherrone Moore’s relationship with his executive assistant and broader athletic department issues, which identified cultural and leadership concerns.

Warde Manuel, the Michigan Athletic Director, will step down by the end of the year. The announcement was made in a statement from University of Michigan President Domenico Grasso.

University of Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel agreed to a buyout and will step down in 2026 amid investigations into former football coach Sherrone Moore’s relationship with an assistant and the athletic department’s culture. Manuel’s tenure included four national championships but also scandals, including a $12 million law firm probe into Moore’s conduct and broader departmental issues.

The University of Michigan's future is uncertain following rumors about Warde Manuel, as discussed by Gerry Mason and Aaron Jordan on Fox 2 Detroit Live.

The article discusses the future of Warde Manuel as Attorney Gerry Mason joins Charlie on Detroit Talk City to address the topic.

Police released a 22-year-old man with a Concealed Pistol License as the person of interest in a fatal shooting at Great Lakes Crossing that killed 20-year-old KeShawn Emery and injured a 19-year-old woman. A Warren homeless shelter operated by the Friend of the Father Foundation closed after funding issues, with the CEO blaming lack of city support. Former University of Michigan football coach Chris Partridge sued the university and athletic director Warde Manuel over his 2023 termination, citing unlawful firing and constitutional rights violations. Former teacher Lamar Willis, accused of sex crimes against children, is listed as an accompanist for a youth-facing choir in Detroit.