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Dr. Sarah Manspeaker is a tenured Associate Professor in the Department of Athletic Training at Duquesne University's John G. Rangos Sr. School of Health Sciences, with over 15 years of teaching experience in professional and post-professional Athletic Training Programs.
Her educational background includes:
- Ph.D. in Human Movement Science, Old Dominion University (2010)
- M.S. Ed in Physical Education-Athletic Training, Old Dominion University (2003)
- B.S. in Athletic Training, Duquesne University (2001)
Her research focuses on Interprofessional Education, Global Health, and Patient Simulation, with expertise in evidence-based athletic training education, lower extremity/spinal injury evaluation, and therapeutic rehabilitation. Her work has generated extensive publications and over 30 presentations at regional, national, and international conferences.
Her awards include:
- Dean's Award for Faculty Excellence in Teaching
- Dean's Award for Faculty Excellence in Service to the Mission
Dr. Manspeaker serves as Medical Director for the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania Winter Games and as a site visitor for the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education. She is an active member of the National Athletic Trainers' Association and contributes as a reviewer for the Journal of Athletic Training, editor for the Athletic Training Education Journal, and Associate Editor for the Journal of Interprofessional Care.
She mentors students in the Athletic Training program and maintains clinical practice across diverse settings including the United States Olympic Committee, professional soccer, NCAA Divisions I/III, high school, and recreational athletics, while leading study abroad courses to Australia and Ireland.
