James Madison University Athletic Training Program

As one class leaves, another is ready to step in. 👏

Today we celebrate an outstanding graduating class whose hard work, resilience, leadership, and dedication have left a lasting impact on our program. We are proud of all they have accomplished and excited to see the difference they will make in the profession. Congratulations Class of 2026! 🎓

At the same time, we’re thrilled to officially welcome our incoming class and begin the next chapter together. The future is bright! Let’s elevATe the standard Class of 2028!✨

Wrapping up the last day of classes with hands-on learning. ✌️

Our first-year students explored creative rehabilitation strategies to develop fine motor skills and tactile sensation while experiencing therapy from the patient perspective — completing activities with their non-dominant hand while their dominant arm was placed in a “sling.”

A great reminder that empathy and innovation go hand in hand in rehabilitation. 🤝

Diving into rehabilitation at UREC 💧

Today’s lab focused on applying aquatic therapy principles to rehabilitation by using water’s buoyancy and resistance to support movement, reduce pain, and progress function. A great reminder of how environment can be a powerful tool in patient care. 💪

Celebrating excellence, dedication, and the future of athletic training 👏

Our 2nd year MSAT students showcased their hard work and passion through outstanding capstone presentations, while we also honored this year’s student award recipients, Preceptor of the Year, and Community Partner of the Year! 💜

Lighting up rehab with the BlazePod 🔵🟡

Using reaction-time drills to challenge visual processing + reaction speed, then layering a dual-task: color-coded cues tied to quick math while maintaining balance. Real-time brain + body integration—perfect for progressing concussion care.

Huge thanks to our innovative high school athletic trainers (Kwadwo Donkor 🙌) for pushing the envelope and creating meaningful experiences for our students! 👏

Counting down the days to graduation 🎓✨

To our incredible Year 2 students - thank you for everything you’ve poured into this program. From being standardized patients, mentoring our year 1 students, to putting in the hard work during the final semester - you truly set the standard.

Keep looking for ways to get involved in ways that will strengthen and advance our profession. The countdown is on! 🎉

Today is Giving Day here at JMU. A chance for JMU nation to give back so students can continue to have the Madison experience. Giving day is more than donations. It is allowing more opportunities for every student. Link is in our story and bio.

📢 Check out Dr G’s recent publication in the Journal of Athletic Training!

🔗 https://nata.kglmeridian.com/view/journals/attr/61/2/article-p110.xml

This project was a collaboration with PT researchers at Northwestern University.