The NCAA has formally begun an investigation into Michigan State's handling of the Larry Nassar case, the New York Times reported Tuesday night.
College sports' governing body sent a letter of inquiry to the university, according to the newspaper. Michigan State employed Nassar, the disgraced doctor who has admitted sexually assaulting athletes when he was employed by the Spartans and USA Gymnastics, including some at his office at the Lansing, Michigan-based school.
"The NCAA has requested information from Michigan State about any potential rules violations," Donald M. Remy, the NCAA's chief legal officer, told the Times on Tuesday.