Mary Jacobs

Mary Jacobs is an Assistant Professor in the Athletic Training department at Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU), where she also serves as the head athletic trainer. She joined IWU in 2004 after nine years of professional experience in outpatient rehabilitation and high school athletic training outreach. Jacobs holds a B.S. from Indiana University (1995) and an M.A. from Western Michigan University (1996).

Her research interests focus on the rehabilitative processes of athletic injuries, biomechanics, and human movement. She is a Certified Athletic Trainer (BOC), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA), and Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner. Professional memberships include the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

No specific grants, awards, or lab affiliations are detailed in the provided text, though her clinical and educational roles suggest active involvement in applied athletic training practices.