Sarah Glover, a native of Sioux City, Iowa, is in her second year in the Master of Science in Athletic Training program. She earned her bachelor's degree in kinesiology with a minor in psychology from Briar Cliff University.
Why did you choose your program in the College of Education and Human Sciences?
I chose athletic training because I wanted to be part of something bigger than myself and have the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives. One of the things I enjoy most about this profession is getting to build relationships with athletes on a daily basis. You get to know them beyond just their injuries and become someone they can trust and lean on. I enjoy being there for them through the difficult parts of their athletic careers and celebrating their successes alongside them. Athletic training allows me to be more than just a healthcare provider. I get to be part of their support system and play a role in helping them reach their goals, both on and off the field. That is what makes this profession so rewarding to me.
What activities and organizations are you involved in on campus?
President of the Athletic Training Student Association
What is one thing that has stood out from your experience in CEHS so far?
I think one thing that has stood out to me from my experience in CEHS is how much the program emphasizes learning through hands-on experiences and building relationships with the people around you. Each clinical rotation has given me the opportunity to work with different populations, learn from different healthcare professionals, and gain a better understanding of the kind of athletic trainer I want to become. I've also realized how much you can learn from the people you work alongside, not just through the clinical skills they teach you, but through the way they approach patient care, communicate, and build relationships with athletes.
What is one piece of advice you would share with new or prospective CEHS students?
My biggest piece of advice would be to take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way and be willing to step outside of your comfort zone. Some of my biggest learning experiences have come from situations where I wasn't completely comfortable or confident at first.
What are your career goals?
My career goal is to become an athletic trainer in the NFL.
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