DATE EVENT

LOCATION

Sept. 17 Alzheimer Walk Millennium Park

Nov 6th Michigan Athletic Trainers Society GVSU

Nov. 28 ECG PPE Round Table Lectures Aquinas College

Jan. 14 AT Alumni get together Aquinas College

Feb 7-10 Winter Special Olympics Traverse City MI

Mar . 14 2nd ANNUAL TAPE OFF ATF

Mar. 15-17 Great Lakes Athletic Trainers Association Meeting Wheeling IL

March 26 OTC pain management round table Aquinas College

May 31-

June 2

Summer Special Olympics

CMU

.June. 26-30 National Athletic Trainers Association Meeting St. Louis , MO

AQUINAS COLLEGE GENERAL INFORMATION LOCATION: Grand Rapids, Michigan FOUNDED: 1886 NICKNAME: Saints COLORS: Maroon/Grey PRESIDENT: Dr. Juan Olivarez ENROLLMENT: 2,518 students STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 15:1

The Aquinas ATEP Program has been accredited since 2004. In the spring and summer of 2011, all of the senior students who sat for the athletic training Board of Certification exam passed on the first try.

2011 ATEP Program schedule Inside Cover Table of Contents/AQ at a glance 1 Aquinas College 2 Aquinas College 125 years 3 Program admission and requirements 4 Program Staff 5-7 Meet the Team 8-11 About Athletic Training 12 Clinical Educational Sites 13 The Sturrus Center 14-15 Alumni 16 Advertisements 17-19

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Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good.

Aquinas College is rooted in the Dominican traditions of prayer, study, community and service, combined with a deep respect for truth, honesty and integrity. In this spirit, we strive to create an environment in which integrity is prized and practiced. We expect all community members to uphold these values through honesty, fairness, and respect for others.

Aquinas College had its origins in the Novitiate Normal School begun by the Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapids in 1886 in Traverse City. The Novitiate Normal School was transferred to Grand Rapids in 1911, and in 1922 it evolved into Sacred Heart (later Marywood) College.

In 1931, the College was renamed Catholic Junior College. In 1940 the two-year program at CJC was expanded into a four-year bachelor's degree program and the name of the College was changed to Aquinas College.

Aquinas College was originally located in downtown Grand Rapids. In 1945, the college bought the former Lowe Estate on East Fulton Street where it has remained until this day.

In August 2011, Aquinas College will kick off a year's worth of festivities celebrating its 125 years of Catholic Dominican post-secondary education in Michigan.

The celebration of the College's quasquicentennial (125th anniversary) will be highlighted by four signature events that will shine a spotlight on the values that have guided the College throughout its history: prayer, study, service, and community.

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Aquinas College Athletic Training Program “The Four year plan”

First year

Fall Spring HE 158 – Health Education – First Aid 3 credits HE 350 – Medical Aspects 3 credits HE 200 – Surface Anatomy 2 credits PG 100 – Intro. to Psychology 3 credits

ELGIBLE STUDENTS SHOULD COMPLETE THE FORMAL APPLICATION INTO THE ATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAM AFTER COMPETING THE FIRST AID REQUIREMENTS Second year

BY 155 – Bio. for the Health Sciences 4 credits BY 156 –Bio. for the Heal. Sc. II 3 credits HE 354 – Advanced Athletic Training 3 credits HE 365 –Evaluation Procedures I 3 credits HE 149 - Clinical Education I 1 credit HE 249 - Clinical Education II 1 credit HE 251 – Nutrition for Sport 3credits HE 257 – Therapeutic Exercise 2 credits

**HE 360 - Pharm. and Gen. Med. 2 credits Third year

HE 250 - Physiology of Exercise 4 credits HE 357 – Integrated Rehabilitation 2 credits HE 366 - Evaluation Procedures II 3 credits HE 349B – Clinical Education IIIB 1 credit HE 362 – Administration of HPER 3 credits MS 151 – Elementary Statistics 3 credits HE 349A – Clinical Education IIIA 1 credit HE 256 – Kinesiology 4credits

HE 356 - Therapeutic Modalities 2 credits Fourth year

HE 440 – Senior Clinical Experience 6 credits min PG/SY 202 Research Design 4 credits HE 449 - Clinical Education IV 1 credit HE 460 - Capstone 2 credits **Courses offered on a rotating basis HE 360 - Pharm. and Gen. Med: offered spring of the odd numbered year Revised: FALL 2011

JoAnne Gorant, M.S, AT, ATC

Athletic Training Education Program Director

Deborah J. Springer, M.A, AT, ATC

HPER Chair & Clinical Coordinator

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Deb Springer In addition to serving as Chair of the Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department, serves as the Clinical Coordinator for the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP), which is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Prior to coming to Aquinas College in 1999, Deb served as an assistant athletic trainer and instructor at Grand Valley State University for 15 years. She received her bachelor's degree from Bowling Green State University in Ohio, and her master's degree from Central Michigan University.

JoAnne Gorant JoAnne Gorant is starting her 16th year at Aquinas College. Prior to joining the faculty full-time in August 2004, JoAnne served Aquinas College as the Head Athletic Trainer and as an adjunct professor. Before working at AQ, JoAnne worked for five years for Novacare (formally: Professional Physical Thera-py) and immediately following graduate school worked for one and a half years for Muskegon General Hospital. While work-ing in PT, JoAnne fulfilled contracts with Shelby, Grand Rapids Central and Ionia High Schools. She was also able to garner professional sports experience by working as a substitute athletic trainer for the Grand Rapids Hoops.

JoAnne has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Ball State University and a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science from Mi-ami University in Ohio. She is currently completing her doctor-ate in Higher Education Leadership at Western Michigan University.

Matt McWilliams Head Athletic Trainer

Kevin Parker Assistant Athletic Trainer

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Kevin Parker Kevin Parker enters his fifth year as a member of our athletic training staff.

Kevin joined the staff at Aquinas after a varied career in athletic training. He spent time working in NCAA Division I athletics, physical therapy outpatient clinics, and at a high school in Eugene, OR immediately prior to arriving in Grand Rapids.

Kevin received a Bachelor's degree in athletic training from Miami University and a Master's degree in education from Auburn University. He is a member of the National Athletic Trainers' Associa-tion and lives in Grand Rapids with his wife Tonya.

Matt McWilliams Matt McWilliams begins his ninth year on staff in the Aquinas College’s athletic training department. After a one year stint at Thornapple Kellogg High School as head athletic trainer, Matt joined the Saints staff in 2002. Along with his athletic training duties, Matt also teaches first aid and activities classes in HPER department. Matt graduated from Aquinas College in 1999, where he received his Bachelor’s degree in athletic training. McWilliams received his Masters in Sports Administration from Northern Illinois University in 2001. Matt is a member of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and resides on the Northwest side of Grand Rapids with his wife Vicky and his daughter Quinn.

Dr. Kristi Kern Dr. Kern is a Board Certified Family Medicine physician who completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine & completed an Oste-opathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) residency. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Kern cares for entire families & has a particular interest in the care of athletes, especially using hands-on treatment for a range of musculoskeletal problems. Dr. Kern is an avid sports enthusiast, having participated in bas-ketball & track in college. She currently enjoys distance running, club soccer, & various athletics.

Dr. Edwin Kornoelje Dr. Kornoelje is a Board Certified Family Medicine physician and sport’s medicine specialist, providing care to patients of all ages. He graduated from Calvin College & earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. As a family practice physician, he completed his Sports Medicine Fellowship at Metro Health Hospital. Dr. Kornoelje is the team physician for the Grand Rapids Griffins and he works with several area colleges and high schools. He also serves as Medical Director for Aquinas College, Calvin College and several community events and we are proud to have him as the Medical Director for the ATEP.

Dr. Edwin Kornoelje Medical Director

Dr. Kristi Kern Team Physician

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Name Yr. Hometown

Chelsey Bonney SR Port Huron, MI

Justin Carroll JR Hastings, MI

Leena Chalhoub SO Grand Rapids, MI

Shane Dougherty JR Alma, MI

Brook Fuller SO Manchester, MI

Nick Grady SO Rockford, MI

Meghan Gray SO Fishers, IN

Brian Grobbel SO Grand Rapids, MI

Ben Hagge JR Montague, MI

Courtney Havens JR Portage, MI

Julee Krajkowski SO Saginaw, MI

James Lanciaux JR Fremont, MI

Rae Lavoie SO Wayland, MI

Alexandria Mathews JR Lapeer, MI

Catherine Newman SR Mt. Pleasant, MI

Philip Owens JR Marne, MI

Alison Roberts SR Goshen, IN

Emily Sarros SO Ada, MI

Basil Stein JR Hopkins, MI

Jamaal Tarpeh SO Birmingham, MI

Jake Weeber SO Lowell, MI

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Chelsey Bonney Justin Carroll Leena Chalhoub

Shane Dougherty Brooke Fuller Nick Grady

Meghan Gray Brian Grobbel Ben Hagge

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Courtney Havens Julee Krajkowski James Lanciaux

Alexandria Mathews Catherine Newman

Ali Roberts Philip Owens

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Rachel LaVoie

Emily Sarros

Basil Stein Jack Weeber Jamaal Tarpeh

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The Athletic Training profession is an allied health field dedicated to the prevention, evaluation, care, management and rehabilitation of injuries to physically active people. Opportunities for Athletic Trainers cover a wide variety of settings from the high school to the sports medicine clinic to professional sports. Aquinas student interns in Athletic Training have completed internship experiences at Grand Rapids Community College (football team) and numerous local high schools and clinics. The Athletic Training Education Program was accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) whose purpose is to oversee program standards. A student who successful completes the accredited program at Aquinas College is eligible to sit for the Board of Certification (BOC) national examination. Students are admitted into the Athletic Training program at the end of each semester. Unlike most accredited programs, Aquinas encourages its interested students to combine participation in athletic programs with athletic training. Transfer students must meet the admissions requirements listed in the catalog. Transcripts of those students will be evaluated on an individual basis by the Program Director for equivalent courses. All students interested in the program are encouraged to set up an appointment with the Program Director for admission criteria and other pertinent information concerning the program and the profession. Complete admission information is located in the course catalog along with the descriptions of required classes.

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The 44,000 square foot Fieldhouse was built in 1969 and initially served 100 student-athletes playing in eight varsity sports. Today, more than 400 student-athletes are involved in 21 varsity sports. And while the College offers just nine intramural sports for the campus community, participation in those areas has nearly tripled during the same period. With generous donations Aquinas College was able to renovate the old out dated Fieldhouse with a new state of the art Fieldhouse renamed the Sturrus Sports & Fitness Center. The new Sturrus Sports & Fitness Center reopened in October of 2011. It now features a new fitness center, athletic training facility, class rooms and competition arena with seating for 2,000. The new renovations will greatly improve our athlete’s ability to compete at the highest level at the intercollegiate level. The new athletic training facility will improve the athletic training education program’s ability to do more hands on teaching and one on one rehab with athletes.

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Becky graduated from Aquinas College in May 2009 with a Bachelor’s of Science from the Athletic Training Program. She completed close to 2,000 hours working with athletes at Aquinas, East Grand Rapids High School, Northview High School, and various clinical settings. Shortly after graduating and passing the national certification exam she was hired at Achieve Physical Therapy in Grand Rapids and is contracted as a Licensed Athletic Trainer at West Catholic High School. In her second year with the West Catholic football program, Becky had the opportunity to be a part of West’s first ever state champion football team. Becky knows how demanding the curriculum of the Athletic Training Program is. She encourages students to put forth their best effort and always keep an open mind to new ideas or techniques. The time you spend at Aquinas will prepare you for an amazing career path in which will prove to be very rewarding.

I'm getting my Master's at Western Michigan University and I'm a graduate assistant at Kalamazoo Valley Community College where I am the only athletic trainer.

Words of wisdom for the youngins..... Be a leader in the profession and go out and network and meet your peers. Go to conferences or work camps during the summer. Anything to get yourself out there and meet other people in the profession. My best memories from undergrad were the extracurricular athletic training experiences. You meet so many people your age and other im-portant people that can help you get a job or get into grad school someday.

Becky Armstrong

Jamie Scholma

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February 18, 2012 Defending the Caveman at the Rosemont Theater.

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February 18, 2012 Defending the Caveman at the Rosemont Theater. Tickets go on sale Dec. 5 on Ticketmaster.

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