In this episode of On the Move, host Chelsea Reber sits down with Dr. Lori Greenwood, Director of the Master of Science in Athletic Training program at Texas A&M, and students Caleigh Piles and Mitchell Machuca to explore what it takes to succeed in graduate athletic training. From balancing football, track, and academics to mastering time management, the students share how they navigate the intense demands of their dream program.

The conversation dives into Disaster Day, a hands-on simulation designed to test students’ skills under pressure, as well as real-world experiences with research projects, professional representation, and opportunities with organizations like the Tennessee Titans. Dr. Greenwood shares how the program equips students with a “very large, heavy toolkit” to prepare them for careers in athletic training, while Caleigh and Mitchell reflect on goal-setting, work ethic, and pursuing lofty aspirations. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the dedication, preparation, and passion required to thrive in athletic training at the graduate level.

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To learn more about the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at TAMU, visit https://knsm.tamu.edu/ 

Host: Chelsea Reber

Guests: Dr. Lori Greenwood (Director or the Master of Science in Athletic Training), 

Caleigh Piles (Master of Science Student, Football), Mitchell Machuca (Master of Science Student, Track and Field, Football)

Timestamps:

(00:00 - 00:57) Introduction

(00:58 - 02:21) The Student’s Paths

(02:22 - 05:39) Disaster Day

(05:40 - 06:31) Mitchell’s First D-Day

(06:32 - 07:48) Caleigh’s First D-Day

(07:49 - 11:07) The Simulation Case

(11:08 - 14:40) Track, Football, and Academics

(14:41 - 16:39) Tennessee Titans

(16:40 - 17:44) Professional Representation

(17:45 - 21:59) Research Projects

(22:00 - 24:11) Advice To Freshman Me

(24:12 - 27:24) Open Opportunities

(27:25 - 27:56) Closing