Privileged Document Release
On December 15, 2023, the Michigan State University Board of Trustees voted unanimously to release thousands of previously privileged documents related to the Larry Nassar investigation to the Michigan attorney general’s office. The document transfer process will happen in several batches as the documents become ready after appropriate review and redactions are completed. The first batch went out at the beginning of March and the goal is to have this process completed in its entirety by the end of March.
As outlined in the board’s December 2023 resolution, the university is also actively implementing a comprehensive, trauma-informed plan that supports survivors who are impacted by the release of the documents. Included in this plan is the establishment of a temporary office that will help facilitate coordinated efforts between our campus partners that are instrumental in providing support to our survivor community and others who are impacted; this includes our RVSM Expert Advisory Workgroup, Center for Survivors, Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Education and Compliance and others.
Survivors and others who are impacted can reach out to this office directly at DocumentRelease@msu.edu to find out more about what is happening with the documents, how to access the resources and support that are available and provide suggestions regarding the release of the documents.
Specialized support
We have a specialized team to provide support and information to those impacted by the release of these documents. Our team is available to:
- Answer questions about the documents
- Direct requests to the appropriate offices who can provide support
- Help with accessing documents
- Connecting to confidential resources and support at the university or your community
We are here for you. Please contact us if we can be of assistance.
Contact us
For support, questions or general feedback please email us: DocumentRelease@msu.edu.
If you would like to file a report about matters that may be in violation of our university policies, please visit the Civil Rights website.
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Survivor resources
Each person’s path and support needs may be different, please know these resources are available to you:
• The Counseling and Mental Health Services Fund is a support fund set up by the university to provide reimbursement for mental health and counseling services.
• The National Sexual Violence Resource Center has information about U.S.-based organizations and resources and a national directory to find local sources of support.
• MSU Center for Survivors is available for MSU community members and has a 24-hour crisis hotline and a chat hotline from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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News and Updates
MSU begins document transfer process with Michigan attorney general’s office (Mar. 1, 2024)
During their regularly scheduled December meeting, the Michigan State University Board of Trustees authorized the administration to begin the process of sharing privileged documents related to the attorney general’s investigation into Larry Nassar. (Read More)
MSU Board of Trustees waive privilege of Nassar documents, adopt new shared governance principles (Dec. 15, 2023)
During their regularly scheduled December meeting, the Michigan State University Board of Trustees authorized the administration to begin the process of sharing privileged documents related to the attorney general’s investigation into Larry Nassar. (Read More)