Current ATEP Students
The students in the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) are high achievers who are actively engaged in all aspects of their educational process. They are also a diverse group who are committed to campus engagement, as many of our students are involved with several campus organizations, intercollegiate athletics, Greek life and community service. Our students must be an energetic and driven group who successfully rise to challenges. As students reach senior status there are many options for them to consider. The majority of our students go on to pursue graduate work. Several of our students have gone on to schools such as The Ohio State University, Kent State University, Wright State University, Ohio University, University of Florida, Temple University, West Virginia University and other reputable institutions of higher education. While at these universities, they have carried out responsibilities at local high schools, clinics, instruction and intercollegiate athletics. Other students have pursued various health related avenues, including massage therapy, physical therapy, chiropractic medicine, physician's assistant studies and nursing.
MEET OUR STUDENTS! We currently have 22 students in the program and just over 35 applying in 2009-2010!
SENIORS:
Ronda Riffle
Hi, my name is Ronda Riffle. I am from Columbus, Ohio, and went to Bishop Ready High School. I love sports so Athletic Training works for me. I have been in the program for three years now, so if you have any questions feel free to ask me. Aside from Athletic Training I am involved in many different activities that Heidelberg has to offer. I am in the Philalethean Society, a member of the Berg Events Council, and co-Social Chair of ATSO.
Elizabeth Davis
My name is Elizabeth Davis. I am currently a junior in the Athletic Training Department, and I am a Religion minor here at Heidelberg. I am from Columbus and graduated from Briggs High School in 2006. I am currently working with women’s soccer, and in the Spring I will be working at Mohawk High School. I have previously done my rotations with football, Men’s Basketball, and Track. After completing the program here, I plan to take the Board of Certification Exam and attend the University of Bangor in Wales for my Masters in either Exercise Physiology or Rehabilitation. After attaining my Masters, I’m undecided on what I will do, but I will probably stay in Europe for a while!!!! If you have any questions feel free to e-mail me any time at edavis2@heidelberg.edu.
Audra Cleveland
Hi! My name is Audra Cleveland. I’m a sophomore in the Athletic Training Program here at Heidelberg. I am from Old Fort, Ohio, where I graduated from Old Fort High School...which is located about 10 minutes outside of Tiffin, so I commute. I am a member of the women’s cross country team here at the Berg and a member of the Student Athletic Training Organization. My future plans are to go on to physical therapy school and receive a doctorate. I would like to work with either college athletes or possibly pro teams. If you have any questions you would like to ask, feel free to e-mail me at aclevela@heidelberg.edu.
Jared Ruffing
My name is Jared Ruffing, and I am a sophomore Athletic Training and Sports Management major here at Heidelberg. I am from Bellevue, Ohio, and attended Seneca East High School where I graduated in 2006. Currently I am a member of the Heidelberg football team where I play linebacker. I plan on graduating from Heidelberg in 2010 and hopefully continuing my education at The Ohio State University.
JUNIORS:
Nathan James
Hi my name is Nathan James. I graduated from South Spencer High School in Rockport, IN. I am a sophomore here at Heidelberg and in the process of completing my first year in the Athletic Training Education Program. Recently I have been working with the football team and am planning to work with the indoor track and field teams in the winter. I am a pitcher on the Heidelberg baseball team, and I plan to work as an athletic trainer for a professional or collegiate level baseball team down the road.
Ashley Klaco
Hi :) My name is Ashley Klaco, and I'm really excited to be an athletic training student at the Berg! I'm originally from London, Ohio, and graduated in '07 from Bishop Ready Catholic High School in Columbus, Ohio. I'm double majoring in Athletic Training and Sports Management with an concentration in fitness, and I also play soccer here at Heidelberg. After graduation I hope to work as an athletic trainer and personal trainer for a professional sports team!! I'm considering attending grad school to get a master's in nutrition or exercise science, but I still have time to decide. That's about it, GO BERG!
Katherine Klein
Hello my name is Katie Klein. I am a graduate of Milford High School in Milford, OH. I am currently a sophmore in the athletic training program here at Heidelberg as well as a member of the Heidelberg Women's soccer team. I have had experience working with most sports here at Heidelberg, and I am very enthusiastic about being in the program. When I graduate from Heidelberg I plan to pursue a career as an athletic trainer at either the collegiate or professional level. If you have any questions feel free to contact me by e-mail at kklein@heidelberg.edu.
Melissa Hamons
Hi my name is Melissa Hamons. I am currently a sophomore at Heidelberg. I graduated from Toledo Central Catholic High School in 2007. I look forward to working with the Women's Basketball team in the winter and the Softball team in the spring. I am enthusiastic about being in the program here. With the knowledge that I will receive in the program I plan on pursuing a physical therapy degree.
Caitlyn Bromley
Hi, my name is Caity Bromley. I am currently a sophomore at Heidelberg and am majoring in athletic training. I am currently working with the men's soccer team and will be working with the softball team in the spring. I am a 2007 graduate from Stow Munroe-Falls High School and am originally from Stow, OH. In high school I ran four years of both cross country and track, and I participated in cross country, indoor, and outdoor track last year. I am planning on running indoor track come this winter. During my junior and senior years of high school I participated in an athletic training program that had me traveling to two high schools simultaneously, and I also took athletic training classes at both The University of Akron and Kent State University. Upon graduation I plan on continuing my education, attending PT school and receiving a doctorate. I would eventually like to work with either college athletes or possibly pro teams. If you have any questions or would like to get a hold of me, my e-mail is cbromley@heidelberg.edu.
Nicole Bachman
My name is Nicole Bachman. I am currently a sophomore at the Berg majoring in Athletic Training. I am from Elkhart, Indiana, where I graduated from Elkhart Memorial High School, which is only about 15 minutes from the University of Notre Dame. Besides Athletic Training I am a member of the sotball team and student ambassadors at Heidelberg. After Heidelberg I plan on going to grad school to get my master's in education, and eventually teaching kindergarten, and working as a high school Athletic Trainer. If you have any questions you would like to ask, feel free to e-mail me at nbachman@heidelberg.edu
Elizabeth Cantley
My name is Elizabeth Cantley, and I am a sophomore here at Heidelberg. I am from Tiffin, Ohio, and I graduated from Columbian High School in 2007 where I was on the swim team for four years. After graduating from Heidelberg, I would like to become a Certified Athletic Trainer, and also continue my education and get a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, focusing on sports injuries and rehabilitation.
Megan Richardson
Hello! My name is Megan Richardson, and I am currently a sophomore at Heidelberg. I am majoring in the Athletic Training, plus a minor in religion. I am working with the Women’s Soccer team and in the spring I will be with the Baseball team. I am also a member of the Women’s Basketball team at the Berg. I am from Sidney, where I attended Sidney High School and participated in basketball, track & field and was a student athletic trainer for four years. After graduation, I plan on becoming a Certified Athletic Trainer and also attending graduate school mastering in Athletic Training. I would like a job in a high school or collegiate setting. If you have any questions or just want to make a new friend, feel free to contact me at mrichard@heidelberg.edu.
Welcome Sophomores: