Nate Postma MA, ATC, LAT, CES
Associate Director of Athletic Training
Office: Cyclone Athletic Health Care Center - Bergstrom Football Complex
E-mail: npostma@iastate.edu
Tel: (515) 294-2021
Sport: Head Football Athletic Trainer
Professional info
Nate began working at Iowa State in 2007 as an assistant athletic trainer for football and was appointed to the position of associate director of athletic training in the spring of 2018. Nate was promoted to Head Athletic Trainer for Football in January of 2020.
Nate came to Iowa state from the United States Military Academy in West Point, NY. Nate also began teaching in the Athletic Training Program in 2011 and continues to instruct our first year students in A Tr 240 - Introduction to Taping and Bracing.
Courses Taught
A TR 240 - Introduction to Taping and Bracing
Work experience
Iowa State University - Associate Director of Athletic Training
2018-present
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Iowa State University - Assistant Director of Athletic Training
2007-2018
United States Military Academy - Assistant Athletic Trainer for football and baseball
2005-2007
East Carolina University - Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer
2003-2005
Education
Iowa State University, Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science with Emphasis in Athletic Training
2003
East Carolina University, Master of Arts in Exercise and Sports Science with Emphasis in Sports Management
2005
Professional Affiliations and Volunteer Service
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Board of Certification - Certified Athletic Trainer 2003 - Present
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NATA Member 2000 - Present
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American Red Cross CPR/AED Professional Rescuer Certified 2005 - Present
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National Academy of Sports Medicine - Corrective Exercise Specialist, Certified 2007
Family & Other Activities
Married to Kelly Postma (Stevenson), Daughter Mady and son Carter.
Hobbies include riding his bicycle, fishing, woodworking, and spending time with family.