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Volunteer Spotlight: Christopher Viesselman, EdD, ATC, LAT

May 04, 2026

The CAATE is proud to recognize the inspiring achievements and dedicated work of Christopher Viesselman, EdD, ATC, LAT. Viesselman serves as the Vice Chair for the Professional Accreditation Council and as a Peer Reviewer. How did you become involved with athletic training? I knew I wanted to work in healthcare, but was uncertain about which field. During a shadowing...

Volunteer Spotlight: Laura Kunkel, EdD, LAT, ATC, PES, FNAP

April 30, 2026

The CAATE is proud to recognize the inspiring achievements and dedicated work of Laura Kunkel, EdD, LAT, ATC, PES, FNAP. Kunkel serves on the CAATE Standards Committee and is its Chair. She also continues to serve as a CAATE peer reviewer. How did you become involved with athletic training? I discovered athletic training when I was in high school. We had an athletic trainer...

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