Michigan to ‘leave no stone unturned’ in athletics investigation

michigan investigation Interim university President Domenico Grasso said Wednesday that findings of additional misconduct in its football program and broader athletic department could lead to more employment terminations.

one in video statementGrasso described the week following the firing of football coach Sharon Moore as “undoubtedly a challenging time for our university community.”

Michigan fires Moore On December 10, he was accused of engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member, revealed through a university investigation. moore faces three criminal chargesThat includes felony third-degree home invasion for allegedly confronting a staff member at his residence after being fired from his job.

Michigan’s investigation into Moore’s conduct and the football program continues, and the university has hired Chicago-based law firm Jenner & Block to conduct a major review of the athletic department’s culture, conduct and procedures following a series of scandals.

“We will take whatever steps are necessary to ensure that this type of conduct does not happen again,” said Grasso, who took over as interim president in May. He will step down if he is appointed permanent President. “Make no mistake. We will leave no stone unturned, and any further action we take will be based on credible evidence and findings developed through a rigorous investigation.

“If the University receives any information through this investigation or otherwise that warrants the termination of an employee, we will act swiftly, as we did in the case of Coach Moore.”

Grasso encouraged those who have information about misconduct within the football program or athletic department to contact Jenner and Block.

“Our focus is solely on uncovering the facts,” Grasso said. “It is my job, my duty, to ensure the integrity of this investigation.”

Grasso also briefly addressed Michigan Find its next football coachAthletic director Warde Manuel, who has led the department since 2016, has not publicly addressed the search he is expected to lead,

Michigan staff members under both Biff Poggi, Moore and Predecessor Jim HarbaughServes as interim head coach for Michigan’s upcoming Cheez-It Citrus Bowl matchup texas On 31st December.

Grasso said, “We will hire an individual who is of the highest moral character and who will serve as a role model and a respected leader for the entire football program.” “And who will be a fierce competitor with dignity and integrity.”