Matthew Rothbard

Matthew Rothbard is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Movement Sciences at Southern Connecticut State University, where he has served as athletic training program faculty since 2008. His academic work focuses on comparing traditional instructional strategies with digital technologies in athletic training education.

• Education: Doctor of Education in Instructional Technology (Towson University), Master of Science in Kinesiology (Michigan State University), Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training and Physical Education (Towson State University)

Rothbard teaches courses in injury prevention, clinical diagnosis, emergency care, therapeutic interventions, and professional responsibility in athletic training. His clinical practice spans NCAA Division I sports and high school athletics, with expertise in football, basketball, and lacrosse. He maintains active membership in national, regional, and state athletic training organizations.