Athletic Training
Updates
2/22/2010:
The Graduate Athletic Training Program is happy to announce the selection of Hollis Theard for a Graduate Assistantship starting in the Fall 2010 semester. Ms. Theard will provide athletic training services to Bulloch Academy in Statesboro, GA. Hollis comes to GSU from Elon University where she will be graduating in May with a degree in Athletic Training.
2/18/2010:
The Graduate Athletic Training Program in conjuction with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is happy to announce the selection of Anne Bryan for a Graduate Assistantship starting in the Fall 2010 semester. Ms. Bryan comes to GSU from Longwood University where she will be graduating in May with a degree in Athletic Training.
2/15/2010:
The Graduate Athletic Training Program in conjuction with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is happy to announce the selection of Tracy Llewellyn for a Graduate Assistantship starting in the Fall 2010 semester. Ms. Llewellyn comes to GSU from Elon University where she will be graduating in May with a degree in Athletic Training.
2/10/2010:
The Graduate Athletic Training Program in conjuction with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is happy to announce the selection of Lisa DiBenedetto for a Graduate Assistantship starting in the Fall 2010 semester. Ms. DiBenedetto comes to GSU from the University of Central Florida where she will be graduating in May with a degree in Athletic Training.
2/8/2010:
The Graduate Athletic Training Program in conjuction with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is happy to announce the selection of Matt Moreau for a Graduate Assistantship starting in the Fall 2010 semester. Mr. Moreau comes to GSU from Central Michigan University where he will be graduating in May with a degree in Athletic Training. Matt is currently completing an athletic training internship at St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia, PA.
2/2/21010:
Beth Saunders and Jada Phillips both had their abstracts accepted by the Southeast Athletic Trainers' Association Annual Meeting in Panama City, FL. Ms. Saunders will be presenting her research findings as an Oral Report on Friday, March 19th. On the same day, Ms. Phillips will be present her research findings as a poster presentation. Congratulations to Beth and Jada on their acceptance.
1/11/2010:
Two Athletic Training Graduate Students submitted abstracts to the 2010 Southeast Athletic Trainers' Association (SEATA) Annual Meeting in Panama City, FL.
- Beth Saunders (Faculty Advisors: Dr. Buckley, Dr. Metzler, Dr. Burdette, and Dr. Czech), "The Effectiveness of 'Heads Up' on Coaching Education Students Knowledge of Sports Related Concussions"
- Jada Phillips (Faculty Advisors: Dr. Buckley, Dr. Metzler, and Dr. Burdette), "The Relationship Between the Athlete and the Athletic Trainer and how if Effects Concussion Symptom Reporting."
1/11/2010:
The Department of Health and Kinesiology congratulates John Burk on the successful proposal of his thesis, "The Effect of a Competitive Sports Season on Postural Stability and the Balance Error Scoring System"
12/6/2009:
Brandy Petty-Clouse hosted the Athletic Training Faculty, Staff, and Students for the Annual Christmas and Holiday's party. For pictures of the party click here and here. For group photes of the 1st year GA's, 2nd year GA's, and the group.
12/4/2009:
The Department of Health and Kinesiology congratulates D'arcy Wiart on the successful proposal of his thesis, "Evaluation of Recovery in Female Swimmers During A Competitive Season".
12/3/2009:
The Department of Health and Kinesiology congratulates Jada Phillips on the successful proposal of her thesis, "The Relationship Between the Athlete and the Athletic Trainer and how if Effects Concussion Symptom Reporting".
12/1/2009:
Two Athletic Training Graduate Students submitted abstracts to the 2010 National Athletic Trainers' Association Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, PA.
- John Burk (Faculty Advisors: Dr. Buckley, Dr. Munkasy, and Dr. Joyner), "The Effect of a Competitive Sports Season on Postural Stability and the Balance Error Scoring System"
- D'arcy Wiart (Faculty Advisors: Dr. Buckley, Dr. Rossi, and Dr. McMillan), "Evaluation of Recovery in Female Swimmers During A Competitive Season: A Preliminary Analysis."
11/20/2009:
Dr. Buckley's research article, "Knee Extensor Strength, Dynamic Stability and Functional Ambulation: How do they Relate in Parkinson’s Disease? " was accepted for publication by the Journal, "Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation".
10/14/2009:
The Department of Health and Kinesiology congratulates Elizabeth Saunders on the successful proposal of her thesis, "The Effectiveness of 'Heads Up' on Coaching Education Students Knowledge of Sports Related Concussions".
8/6/2009:
Dr. Buckley's research article, "Age Impairs Sit-to-Walk Motor Performance" was published by the Journal of Biomechanics.
7/28/09:
The Georgia Southern Athletic Training Graduate Program welcomes the incoming Class of 2011.
7/15/2009:
The Georgia Southern Athletic Training Graduate Program welcomes John Erwin, ATC as the newest member of the Clinical Athletic Training Staff. Mr. Erwin comes to Georgia Southern after completing his Master of Science degree from Arkansas State University. Mr. Erwin's primary responsibility will be providing Athletic Training services to the Men's Basketball program. Mr. Erwin will also supervise Graduate and Undergraduate students in the Athletic Training programs.
6/20/2009:
A busy day at the National Athletic Trainers' Association Annual meeting for the Graduate Athletic Training Program.
Elizabeth Saunders (Class of 2010) presented her poster; "Concussion Misconceptions Amongst High School Coaches in Georgia"
Jennifer Tolson (Class of 2009) presented her poster, "Gait Initiation in Athletes with Chronic Ankle Instability: The Influence of Velocity and Direction"
Dr. Buckley gave a podium presentation entitled, "Dynmaic Postural Stability during Gait Initiation is Impaired Following a Concussion: A Preliminary Analysis."
6/18/2009:
Dr. Buckley's research article, "Age Impairs Sit-to-Walk Motor Performance" was accepted for publication by the Journal of Biomechanics.
5/9/2009:
The Georgia Southern Graduate Athletic Training program is proud to announce the Graduates of the Class of 2009:
Elizabeth Raycraft, M.S., ATC
Jennifer Tolson, M.S., ATC
Elizabeth Raycraft, M.S., ATC accepted a position as an Athletic Trainer with MidMichigan Medical Offices in Freeland, MI. Ms. Raycraft will be working in the clinic during the day and at a local high school in the afternoon.
Jennifer Tolson, M.S., ATC accepted a position as an Assistant Athletic Trainer at Glenville State College in Glenville, WV.
4/24/2009:
Dr. Buckley presented, "Gait Initiation is Impaired following Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A Preliminary Analysis" at the Southeast American Society of Biomechanics Annual Meeting in Gainesville, FL.
4/19/2009:
The Athletic Training Education Programs held their annual spring picnic and awards ceremony today.
3/30/2009:
The Department of Health and Kinesiology congratulates Jennifer Tolson on the successful defense of her Thesis, "Influence of Direction on Stepping Parameters and Postural Stability in Individuals with Chronic Ankle Instability".
3/27/2009:
The Department of Health and Kinesiology congratulates Elizabeth Raycraft on the successful defense of her Thesis, "Dynamic Postural Stability during Gait Initiation in Individuals with Chronic Ankle Instability: The Effect of Walking Velocity".
3/20/2009:
Dr. Buckley gave a general session presentation at SEATA entitled, "Concussions: What Your High School Coaches "Know". At the same SEATA conference, Dr. Buckley's presented a research abstract entitled, "Dynamic Postural Stability during Dual-Task Gait Initiation is Impaired Following a Concussion: A Preliminary Analysis".
3/18/2009:
The Graduate Athletic Training Program in conjuction with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is happy to announce the selection of Kassandra Kelly for a Graduate Assistantship starting in the Fall 2009 semester. Ms. Kelly comes to GSU from Boise State University where she will be graduating in May with a degree in Athletic Training.
3/4/2009:
The Graduate Athletic Training Program in conjuction with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is happy to announce the selection of David Krazeise for a Graduate Assistantship starting in the Fall 2009 semester. Mr. Krazeise comes to GSU from the University of Central Florida in Orlando, FL. where he will be graduating in May with a degree in Athletic Training.
2/18/2009:
The Graduate Athletic Training Program in conjuction with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is happy to announce the selection of Carrie Rahn for a Graduate Assistantship starting in the Fall 2009 semester. Ms. Rahn comes to GSU from Valdosta State University in Valdosta, GA where she will be graduating in May with a degree in Athletic Training.
2/17/2009:
The Graduate Athletic Training Program in conjuction with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is happy to announce the selection of Kelly Previs for a Graduate Assistantship starting in the Fall 2009 semester. Ms. Previs comes to GSU from Ashland University in Ashland, OH where she will be graduating in May with a degree in Athletic Training.
2/14/2009:
Dr. Buckley gave a research presentation at the Annual Meeting of the Southeast Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Buckley presented, "Variability in 1-RM Strength amongst Parkinson Disease Patients."
1/27/2009:
The Graduate Athletic Training Program in conjuction with the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is happy to announce the selection of Marie Kirby for a Graduate Assistantship starting in the Fall 2009 semester. Ms. Kirby comes to GSU from Cedarville University in Cedarville, OH where she will be graduating in May with a degree in Athletic Training
1/16-17/2009:
The Georgia Southern Athletic Training Faculty and Graduate Students play a large role at the Georgia Athletic Training Association Annual Meeting in Peachtree City, GA. Dr. Buckley opened the meeting with an overview of recent research findings on Concussions as a part of a panel entitled, "A Comprehensive Approach to Concussion Care." Georgia Southern Univerisities Athletic Training program closed the session on Saturday afternoon with case studies presentations by graduate students, Ms. Jennifer Tolson and Mr. Brian Seiler.
12/12/2008:
Ms. Jennifer Tolson,(Class of 2009), received an $563.55 masters research grant from the NATA Research & Education Foundation. The grant supports her Thesis research project; "Dynamic Postural Stability during Gait Initiation in Individuals with Chronic Ankle Instability: Influence of Velocity and Direction".
12/1/2008:
Three members of the Georgia Southern Athletic Training program submitted abstracts for the NATA Annual Meeting in June 2009. Ms. Jennifer Tolson submitted an original research abstract based on her thesis work entitled, "Dynamic Postural Stability during Gait Initiation in Individuals with Chronic Ankle Instability: Influence of Velocity and Direction" and Ms. Beth Saunders submitted an origianl research abstract entitled, "Limited Impact of “Heads Up – Concussion in Youth Sports“ Amongst Georgia High School Coaches." Finally, Dr. Buckley and Dr. Munkasy submitted an original research abstract entitled, "Dynmaic Postural Stability during Gait Initiation is Impaired Following a Concussion: A Preliminary Analysis".
