During licensure battles in the 80s–90s, opposing groups argued ATs were “equipment technicians.” Advocacy campaigns intentionally shifted messaging toward emergency care and clinical decision-making — which is why NATM messaging still emphasizes healthcare identity today.
Reminder that the PFATS internship application portal closes October 31st! Submit your materials before the deadline and start your path to working in the NFL 🏈
🚨 ALL STUDENTS 🚨
-Tomorrow’s Spring game tickets are free!
-At 11AM meet outside freshman dorms to walk with the football team to the fountain ceremony.
See you tomorrow! Go Herd!
🎉 Meet Dr. Zach Garrett! 🎉 A Program Director for Marshall’s Athletic Training Program, Dr. Garrett is a proud Son of Marshall! 💚 With a Doctor of Health Science & vast experience, he’s passionate about injury prevention & mentoring. #NationalAthleticTrainingMonth
💚🦬 National Athletic Training Month 🦬💚
Meet Chris Lapole! 🎉 Head Athletic Trainer for Marshall men’s basketball, Chris is a Herd alum & Huntington native with experience at Morehead State & the Reds. Thanks, Chris, for keeping our athletes game-ready! 👏🏀
Athletic training was well represented at WVATA Capitol Hill Day 2025. Thank you to the legislators for engaging with the ATs, students, & AT faculty in attendance on how athletic trainers can save lives in our communities and schools across WV. #AT4All#advocATe
Congratulations to @HerdFB and shout out to @MUSportsMed Athletic trainers. Aaron, Ben, Karly, and the students from @MUATProgram do a fantastic keeping the Herd healthy