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-
Summer Special Olympics
CMU
June 2
.June. 26-30
National Athletic Trainers Association Meeting
St. Louis , MO
AQUINAS COLLEGE GENERAL INFORMATION
The Aquinas ATEP Program has been accredited since 2004.
LOCATION: Grand Rapids, Michigan FOUNDED: 1886 NICKNAME: Saints COLORS: Maroon/Grey PRESIDENT: Dr. Juan Olivarez ENROLLMENT: 2,518 students STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 15:1
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
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Table of Contents/AQ at a glance
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Aquinas College
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Aquinas College 125 years
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Program admission and requirements
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Program Staff
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Meet the Team
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About Athletic Training
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Clinical Educational Sites
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The Sturrus Center
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Alumni
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Advertisements
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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.
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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 HE 158 – Health Education – First Aid HE 200 – Surface Anatomy
Spring 3 credits 2 credits
HE 350 – Medical Aspects PG 100 – Intro. to Psychology
3 credits 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 HE 354 – Advanced Athletic Training HE 149 - Clinical Education I HE 251 – Nutrition for Sport
4 credits 3 credits 1 credit 3credits
BY 156 –Bio. for the Heal. Sc. II 3 credits HE 365 –Evaluation Procedures I 3 credits HE 249 - Clinical Education II 1 credit HE 257 – Therapeutic Exercise
2 credits
**HE 360 - Pharm. and Gen. Med. 2 credits
Third year HE 250 - Physiology of Exercise HE 366 - Evaluation Procedures II HE 362 – Administration of HPER HE 349A – Clinical Education IIIA
4 credits 3 credits 3 credits 1 credit
HE 356 - Therapeutic Modalities
2 credits
HE 357 – Integrated Rehabilitation 2 credits HE 349B – Clinical Education IIIB
1 credit
MS 151 – Elementary Statistics HE 256 – Kinesiology
3 credits 4credits
Fourth year HE 440 – Senior Clinical Experience HE 449 - Clinical Education IV
6 credits min 1 credit
PG/SY 202 Research Design HE 460 - Capstone
**Courses offered on a rotating basis HE 360 - Pharm. and Gen. Med: offered spring of the odd numbered year
Revised: FALL 2011 4
4 credits 2 credits
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 Therapy) and immediately following graduate school worked for one and a half years for Muskegon General Hospital. While working 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 Gorant, M.S, AT, ATC Athletic Training Education Program Director
JoAnne has a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Ball State University and a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science from Miami University in Ohio. She is currently completing her doctorate in Higher Education Leadership at Western Michigan University.
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.
Deborah J. Springer, M.A, AT, ATC HPER Chair & Clinical Coordinator
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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.
Matt McWilliams Head Athletic Trainer
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' Association and lives in Grand Rapids with his wife Tonya.
Kevin Parker Assistant Athletic Trainer
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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 Dr. Kern is a Board Certified Family Medicine physician who completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine & completed an Osteopathic 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 handson treatment for a range of musculoskeletal problems. Dr. Kern is an avid sports enthusiast, having participated in basketball & track in college. She currently enjoys distance running, club soccer, & various athletics.
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 9
Ben Hagge
Julee Krajkowski
James Lanciaux
Rachel LaVoie
Alexandria Mathews
Catherine Newman
Philip Owens
Ali Roberts
Emily Sarros
Courtney Havens
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Basil Stein
Jamaal Tarpeh
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Jack Weeber
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 Armstrong
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 important people that can help you get a job or get into grad school someday.
Jamie Scholma
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