Matthew Schafer MS, LAT, ATC
Assistant Director of Athletic Training
Office: Lied Athletic Training Room
E-mail: schafer2@iastate.edu
Tel: (515) 294-7259
Sport: Track & Field and Cross Country
Professional Information
Matthew Schafer joined the Iowa State Sports Medicine Staff in the Summer of 2024 working full time with Track & Field and Cross Country Teams. Prior to Iowa State, Schafer worked with the University of Portland's Track & Field and Cross Country Teams.
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Professional Certifications and Credentials
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BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
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Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT) – State of Iowa
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Graston Technique M-1 Certification
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Hawkgrips Advanced Training
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Myofascial Decompression Training
Work Experience
Iowa State University - Assistant Director of Athletic Training - 2024 to Present
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University of Portland - Assistant Athletic Trainer - 2021 to 2024
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University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Assistant Director of Sports Medicine - 2018 to 2021
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University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Graduate Intern Athletic Trainer - 2016 to 2018
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University of Massachusetts, Lowell - Athletic Trainer - 2015 to 2016
Indiana State University - Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer - 2014 to 2015
Education
University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Master of Science in Kinesiology
2018
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Bethel University - Bachelor of Arts in Athletic Training
2014
Professional Affiliations and Volunteer Service
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National Athletic Trainers' Association Member, 2013 to Present
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College Athletic Trainers' Society Member, 2024 to Present
Family & Other Activities
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While not at work, Matthew enjoys running and spending time with his partner Jessica, and dogs Hamlet and Oberon.