UW Oshkosh
Athletic Training Education Program at UW Oshkosh

Athletic Training Students

Advanced Level / Intermediate Level / Beginning Level

2006-2007 Students

Intermediate Level (2nd Year)

Anneliese Benesh
Anneliese Benesh

E-mail:

benesa87@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Oshkosh, WI

Career Goals:

I would like to get a graduate assistantship after graduation from Oshkosh and certification. I would ultimately like to work for the PBR.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

I enjoy riding and showing Paint horses. I also like to play tennis and go jogging.

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

I came to UW-Oshkosh because it has a great Athletic Training Program and is in my hometown.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I was athletic in high school and enjoy helping people

What I Like About The Program:

 
Nicole Buehler
Nicole Buehler

E-mail:

buehln21@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

West Bend, WI

Career Goals:

Initially after certification, I would love to be placed in a split high school and clinic setting. I am also interested in finding out more about a Physician’s Extender’s role in health care.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

I enjoy singing, scrap booking, listening to music, being with family and friends, and taking pictures!

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

I came to UW-Oshkosh because it had a major of Athletic Training. I have wanted to be an athletic trainer for years (throughout high school) and was interested in UWO’s program. I also liked Oshkosh because it was only an hour away from home.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I enjoy athletic training because I love to work with people and have a love of helping them. I am very interested in how the body works. I have a great interest in helping others perform to their highest potential.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Blake Hildahl
Bethany Burgdorf

E-mail:

burgdb96@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Oshkosh, WI

Career Goals:

I would like to work with a professional sports team like football, hockey, or soccer someday. I would like to say I was an Olympic Athletic Trainer. I’ve also considered Military Athletic Training.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

Outdoors Things: camping, hiking, biking Sports: football, soccer, softball Having fun with my friends.

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

I had heard good things about the athletic training program and enjoyed the fact that I could be close to my family.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

Athletic training has been my passion for a number of years. I enjoy the fact that every day is different.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Kaitlin Casey
Kaitlin Casey

E-mail:

caseyk06@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

South Milwaukee, WI

Career Goals:

Work in a clinic and do outreach to a high school. Create a student-athletic training program at my high school.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

Soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, working out, and outdoor activities

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

I had come and toured and liked the campus size. I also knew that Oshkosh had a great reputation for excellent athletic trainers. It was far enough from home but also close enough.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I enjoy athletic training because I love working with people. Seeing people come in with an injury, work hard to get back to playing, and seeing them on the field / court is the most enjoyable part for me.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Julie Grosenick
Julie Grosenick

E-mail:

grosej25@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Wild Rose, WI

Career Goals:

Athletic trainer in the clinical setting with an outreach at a high school or college. My perfect job would be to become an athletic trainer for a professional sports team.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

Basketball, softball, volleyball, football…just about any sport. Spending time with friends and taking pictures of us.

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

I liked the campus and I heard that the athletic training program was very strong. Oshkosh was also close enough to home that I can go and work with the athletic trainers that come to my high school and work with the athletes.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I like working with athletes and getting to know them. I played sports all throughout high school, so I understand how important it is for the athlete to be back in the game and healthy as soon as possible.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Aimee Kasten
Aimee Kasten

E-mail:

kastea35@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Oshkosh, WI

Career Goals:

Clinical outreach in the motor sports industry or college setting.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

NASCAR, live music, jet skiing, football, volleyball, camping, traveling

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

I went to campus and workshops at LaCrosse and Oshkosh, and Oshkosh was the better fit. I liked the dedication of the staff behind the program and I knew it would stay accredited because of it.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I’ve been an athlete all my life and sports have always been a hobby of mine. I’ve always been a motivated, hardworking person and I wanted to work with people that shared those qualities with me. Also, I’m only happy when I’m busy. I’ve always led a busy lifestyle and this wouldn’t disrupt that. Seeing athletes overcome adversity is an aspect I love about sports and I want to help and be a part of it!

What I Like About The Program:

 

Jacqueline Martell
Jacqueline Martell

E-mail:

martej55@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Waterford,WI

Career Goals:

I would like to become a certified athletic trainer after I graduate. With this accomplishment, I would like to work on a college or professional team. After I have satisfied my urge to travel around, I would like to work at a high school or clinical outreach setting.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

Soccer, hanging out with friends, spending time with family.

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

Athletic training education program. Everyone was extremely helpful at my preview day. The campus was perfect size and just far enough away from home.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I love being around sports and helping people. It’s a very unpredictable field and it keeps you on your toes.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Kyle Rabuck
Kyle Rabuck

E-mail:

rabuck38@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Kewaskum, WI

Career Goals:

Be an AT for an NBA team.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

Basketball, working out, TV, watching sports, any sports

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

AT program and close to home.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

Stay close to sports and helping athletes and people.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Kyle Rabuck
Wendy Schroeder

E-mail:

schrow71@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Adams-Friendship, WI

Career Goals:

I want to work as an athletic trainer in a clinic with a high school outreach.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

I like to travel, play basketball and ultimate Frisbee and hang out with my friends and family.

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

It was the only accredited in state school I liked and it’s size is just right.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I love the athletic atmosphere and taking care of people.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Erin Schuessler
Erin Schuessler

E-mail:

schuee82@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Green Bay, WI

Career Goals:

LAT / ATC

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

Singing, outdoor activities, reading

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

I came to tour Oshkosh, and the rest is history. I felt comfortable and enthusiastic about the school and applied shortly after.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I want to make a difference in someone’s life. If I am able to rebuild confidence in someone who has physically and emotionally suffered, I have made that difference. Athletic training is a great means to accomplish that goal.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Daniel Schumann
Daniel Schumann

E-mail:

schumd33@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Wausau, WI

Career Goals:

AT / PT

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

Soccer, tennis, skiing, snowboarding

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

AT program

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

It involves sports and I can help people.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Tammy Sol
Tammy Sol

E-mail:

solt40@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Osceola, WI

Career Goals:

Master’s Degree

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

Any outdoor activities, kayaking, camping, hiking, etc.

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

The athletic training program has a great reputation.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I love working with healthy, motivated people.

What I Like About The Program:

 

James Tonn
James Tonn

E-mail:

tonnj71@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

North Fond du Lac, WI

Career Goals:

Clinic Outreach AT

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

Drawing, running, reading, tennis

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

I already have one degree from here, why not two and because I became excited about the program the more I read about it.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

To help keep athletes competitive.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Cassie Wardle
Cassie Wardle

E-mail:

wardlc12@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

West Allis, WI

Career Goals:

After becoming certified I would love to work in a high school and clinic. However, I do have an interest in working in a high school as a certified athletic trainer and as a physician’s assistant.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

I enjoy listening to music and hanging out with friends and family. I love watching Gilmore Girls on TV.

Favorite Quote:

 

Why I Came to UWO:

On an unplanned visit to the campus, I wanted to learn about the UW-Oshkosh Athletic Training program, but Hal, the program director was no where to be found. Then, while wondering in Kolf, I accidentally ran into him and he gave me a tour and information about the program and I was set on UW-Oshkosh.

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I enjoy athletic training because I love the health care field and I love sports. I love helping athletes.

What I Like About The Program:

 

Blake Hildahl
Mary Wieczorek

E-mail:

wieczm61@uwosh.edu

HomeTown:

Ashwaubenon, WI

Career Goals:

Athletic training but I just don’t know where.

Year in School:

Sophomore

Hobbies:

Any outdoor activity.

Favorite Quote:

I came to UW-Oshkosh because it was pretty close to home and I like the athletic training program.

Why I Came to UWO:

 

Why I Enjoy Athletic Training:

I love to work with people and the aspect that you can help others.

What I Like About The Program: