CURRICULUM VITAE
William S. Gear, PhD, LAT,ATC
New Mexico State University
Department of Kinesiology and Dance
Athletic Training Program
Las Cruces, NM 88003
Telephone: (575) 646-7182
Mobile Phone: (570) 709-6083
E-mail:
EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy,University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Exercise Physiology, December, 2004
Dissertation title: The effect of increasing levels of exertion on knee joint proprioception
Master of Science, California State University, Sacramento, Sacramento, CA
Physical Education (Exercise Physiology), 1996
Thesis title: Three-dimensional center of pressure modeling on the pushrim during wheelchair propulsion
Bachelor of Arts, California State University, Long Beach, Long Beach, CA
Physical Education (Athletic Training), 1990
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Faculty Appointments
New Mexico State University
Department of Kinesiology and Dance
Associate Professor
August 2015 – Present
Marywood University
Department of Health and Physical Education
Assistant Professor/Director, Athletic Training Program
August 2012 – August 2015
University of Minnesota Duluth
Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation
Assistant Professor/Program Director, Athletic Training Education
August 2005 –August 2012
California Lutheran University
Exercise Science and Sports Medicine Department
Assistant Professor
December 2004 – July 2005
Program Director, Athletic Training Education
August 2000 – July 2005
Department Chair
January 2003 – July 2005
Instructor
August 2000 – December 2004
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Department of Physical Education and Recreation
Full-Time Lecturer/Coordinator and Clinical Supervisor, Athletic Training Education
August 1998 – June 2000
Clinical Athletic Training Positions
Pittsburgh City School District, Pittsburgh, PA
Athletic Trainer
Westinghouse and Peabody High Schools
August 1996 – August 1998
Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA
Athletic Trainer
December 1995 - August 1996
Crowl Physical Therapy, Sacramento, CA
Athletic Trainer
El Camino High School
August 1994 – June 1995
Hiram Johnson High School
August 1990 – June 1993
Robinson Physical Therapy, Sacramento, CA
Athletic Trainer/Physical Therapy Aide
August 1990 – August 1994
Graduate Student Assistant Positions
Neuromuscular Research Laboratory
University of Pittsburgh
August 1996 – August 1998
Biomechanics Laboratory
California State University, Sacramento
September 1993 - August 1995
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Certified Member
Certification # 039129012
New Mexico Athletic Trainers’ Association, Certified Member
RockyMountain Athletic Trainers’ Association, Certified Member
TEACHING
Courses Taught at New Mexico State University
SPM 273: Clinical Practicum II
SPM 415: Therapeutic Modalities
SPM 425: Organization and Administration in Athletic Training
Courses Taught at Marywood University
HPE 111R: Weight Training and Conditioning
HPE 400: Therapeutic Modalities
HPE 401: Therapeutic Modalities Lab
HPE 410: Therapeutic Exercise
HPE 411: Therapeutic Exercise Lab
HPE 418: General Medical Conditions for the Athletic Trainer
HPE 450: Research in Athletic Training
HPE 460: Senior Seminar
Courses Taught at University of Minnesota Duluth
ESAT 3600: Clinical Kinesiology
ESAT 3640: Therapeutic Modalities
ESAT 3642: Therapeutic Exercise
ESAT 4001: Pharmacology in Athletic Training
ESAT 4590: Research in Athletic Training
ESAT 4600: Senior Seminar in Athletic Training
ESAT 4650: Administrative Aspects of Athletic Training
ESAT 4700: Statistics and Research Methods in Exercise Science
Approved Clinical Instructor, Athletic Training
Course Taught at California Lutheran University
ESSM 201: Functional Anatomy
ESSM 202: Exercise Physiology
ESSM 320: Advanced Athletic Training
ESSM 321: Technique and Theory of Therapeutic Modalities
ESSM 321L: Technique and Theory of Therapeutic Modalities Laboratory
ESSM 322: Technique and Theory of Therapeutic Exercise
ESSM 322L: Technique and Theory of Therapeutic Exercise Laboratory
ESSM 422: Administration of Athletic Training
ESSM 470: Advanced Exercise Physiology
Approved Clinical Instructor, Athletic Training
KIN 100: Lifetime Physical Fitness
KIN 320: Introduction to Sports Medicine
KIN 321: Advanced Athletic Training
KIN 330: Therapeutic Modalities and Rehabilitation
KIN 331: Rehabilitative Techniques
KIN 409: Adaptive Physical Education
KIN 426: Advanced Practicum and Exam Preparedness
INTD 101: University Life 101
Course Taught at California State University, Dominguez Hills
PED 235: Lifetime Fitness
PED 301: Kinesiology
PED 303: Exercise Physiology
PED 460: Management Theory of Athletic Training
PED 461: Technique and Theory of Therapeutic Modalities
PED 462: Technique and Theory of Therapeutic Exercise
PED 496: Internship in Physical Education, Athletic Training
REC 100: Dimensions of Leisure
Graduate Student Teaching at University of Pittsburgh
Assistant Instructor, HPRED 1011: Applied Human Anatomy
Graduate Student Teaching at California State University, Sacramento
Laboratory Instructor, PE 151: Kinesiology
Clinical Instructor, Athletic Training
Supervised Undergraduate Research Projects
University of Minnesota Duluth
2007
Rochelle Hamm, Effect of fatigue on static foot pressure measures. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Ashley Brawford, Effect of fatigue on dynamic foot center of pressure in females. Amount funded - $1,550.00.
Curtis Simondet, Effect of fatigue on dynamic foot center of pressure in males. Amount funded - $1,550.00.
Total UROP funding 2007 = $4,800.00
2008
Ashley Brawford, Effect of isokinetic strength training in the ankle invertors and evertors on the maintenance of balance. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Mallory Klugow, Effect of a six-week isokinetic knee strengthening program on dynamic balance. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Nicole Marien, Effect of body position on angle of peak torque of the thigh musculature during isokinetic exercise. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Total UROP funding 2008 = $5,100.00
2011
Jeff Engelhardt, Correlation of computer-based and on-field concussion assessment tools. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Ashley Fischer, Reliability and validity of a sideline concussion assessment tool. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Amy Guenther, Comparison of in-skate and out of skate balance in college hockey players. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Brett Schultz, Effects of prophylactic taping and non-taping on balance in male and female athletes. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Total UROP funding 2011 = $6,800.00
2012
Jessica Boll, Effect of exercise and ankle taping on dynamic balance. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Anthony Lawler, Effect of exercise on ankle force production following prophylactic ankle taping. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Eric Linnell, Influence of ankle taping on ground reaction forces during a 90-degree cutting maneuver. Amount funded - $1,700.00.
Whitney Jandl, Effect of active and passive warm-up on hamstring flexibility. Amount funded - $1,639.10.
Ryan Miller, Effect of cold therapeutic laser treatment on tissue temperature in healthy individuals. Amount funded - $1,500.00.
Brittany Peterson, Effect of lower-extremity fatigue on dynamic balance. Amount funded - $1,675.95.
Total UROP funding 2012 = $9,915.05
Graduate Student Advising
Masters committee member
Jennifer Violi. Effects of Wellspring Camps on Nutrition Knowledge and Total Body Fat. Marywood University, Master of Science in Sport Nutrition and Exercise Science, 2014. (Committee member)
Katie Swift. The effect of glycemic index on exercise performance. Marywood University, Master of Science in Sport Nutrition and Exercise Science, 2013. (Committee member)
Matt Larson. Reducing Workers’ Compensation Expenses with the utilization of a transitional work program & work place based rehabilitation with athletic trainers. University of Minnesota Duluth, Master of Education, 2008.(Committee member)
Doctorate committee member
Jamie Valis. Physical Activity Differences for Individuals with Disabilities in National Sample of U.S. Marywood University, PhD in Human Development, 2014. (Reader)
Megan Streveler. Students’ Perceptions of a Theory-Practice Gap in Athletic Training Education. University of Minnesota Duluth, Doctor of Education, 2013. (Committee member)
Susan Britton Hoppe. Transitioning from a student to a professional in athletic training: A phenomenological review of Graduate Assistants/Fellows.University of Minnesota Duluth, Doctor of Education, 2011. (Committee member)
Professional Development Activities
Athletic Training Educator Conferences
2014CAATE Site Visitor Training, Indianapolis, IN
2013NATA Athletic Training Educators’ Conference, Dallas, TX
2012CAATE Workshop, Chicago, IL.
2011NATA Athletic Training Educators’ Conference, Washington DC
2009 NATA Athletic Training Educators’ Conference, Washington DC
2007 NATA Athletic Training Educators Conference, Dallas, TX
Professional Conferences
National Conferences
2014 NATA 65th Clinical Symposia and AT Expo, Indianapolis, IN
2013 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Las Vegas, NV
2012 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, St. Louis, MO
2010 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Philadelphia, PA
2009 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, San Antonio, TX
2008 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, St. Louis, MO
2008 MATA Annual Meeting and Symposium, Blain, MN
2007 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Anaheim, CA
2006 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Atlanta, GA
2004 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Baltimore, MD
2003 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, St. Louis, MO
2002 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Dallas, TX
2001 NATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Los Angeles, CA
District Conferences
2015 EATA Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA
2014 EATA Annual Meeting, Mashantucket, CT
2012 GLATA Winter Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Chicago, IL
2011 GLATA Winter Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Minneapolis, MN
2009 GLATA Winter Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Ft. Wayne, IN
2008 GLATA Winter Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Toledo, OH
2007 GLATA Winter Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Chicago, IL
2006 GLATA Winter Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Madison, WI
2005 FWATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Sacramento, CA
2003 FWATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Las Vegas, NV
2002 FWATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Oakland CA
2001 FWATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, San Diego, CA
2000 FWATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Las Vegas, NV
1999 FWATA Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium, Reno, NV
State Conferences
2014 PATS Annual Meeting & Clinical Symposium, Gettysburg, PA
2007 MATA Annual Meeting and Symposium, Rochester, MN
2006 MATA Annual Meeting and Symposium, St. Cloud, MN
2006 Duluth Clinic Orthopedics Conference, Duluth, MN
Professional Development Activities at Marywood University
CITI Training 09/15/12
Professional Development Activities at UMD
Research Related Activities
Conflict of Interest / 04/15/11NSF Research Ethics Training / 12/01/10
Online Policies and Regulations Update / 08/09/10
OHRP - Investigator 101 / 01/25/08
Data Security Information for Administration / 06/04/07
Manage Student Data Securely / 05/13/07
OHRP - Investigator 101 / 05/30/07
Manage Health Data Securely / 03/23/07
Grant Writers’ Seminar & Workshop / 03/20/07
Securing Your Workstation / 03/20/07
Using University Data / 03/20/07
Training Custom Assessment / 03/19/07
Data Security in Your Job / 02/20/07
Conflict of Interest OnlineModule / 08/01/06
Intellectual Property OnlineModule / 05/22/06
Responsible Conduct of Research -Part 2-IT / 04/13/06
Responsible Conduct of Research-Part 1-ITV / 11/16/05
Professional Related Activities
Online Bloodborne Pathogens / 08/09/10Online Policies and Regulations Update / 07/07/09
Online Bloodborne Pathogens / 03/19/09
Intro to HIPAA Privacy & Security / 11/30/05
SCHOLARSHIP
Accreditation Documents
Gear, WS (2013). Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) Program Site Visit Rejoinder. Marywood University, Athletic Training Program. Program found to be in full compliance with all CAATE standards. Program received continuing accreditation through the 2022-2023 academic year.
Gear, WS (2010). Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) Continuing Accreditation Report. University of Minnesota Duluth, Athletic Training Program.
0 citations, program in full compliance with all CAATE standards. Program received continuing accreditation through the 2020-2021 academic year.
Gear, WS. (2005). CAATE Initial Accreditation Report. University of Minnesota Duluth, Athletic Training Program.
3 citations. Program received initial CAATE accreditation through the 2010-2011 academic year.
Gear, WS. (2004). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Initial Accreditation Report. California Lutheran University, Athletic Training Program
5 citations. Program received initial CAAHEP accreditation through the 2009-2010 academic year
Articles in Refereed Journals
Payne EK, Gear WS. Investigation of the concussion goggle education program with high school athletic teams: a pilot study. In preparation for submission to The Journal of Athletic Training.
Gear WS. Effect of ankle taping on actual and perceived dynamic balance. In preparation for submission to the Journal of Sports Science and Medicine.
Gear WS. Effect of different levels of localized muscle fatigue on knee position sense. Journal of Sports Science and Medicine. 10(4): 725-730, 2011.
Pincivero DM, Gear WS, Sterner RL. Assessment of reliability of highintensity quadriceps muscle fatigue. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 33(2): 334-338, 2001.
Pincivero DM, Gear WS, Sterner RL, Karunakara RG. Gender differences in the relationship between quadriceps work and fatigue during high intensity exercise. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 14(2): 202-20, 2000.
Pincivero DM, Gear WS. Neuromuscular activation and perceived exertion during a high intensity, steady-state contraction to failure. Muscle and Nerve. 23(4): 514-520, 2000.
Pincivero DM, Gear WS, Moyna NM, Robertson RJ. The effects of rest interval on quadriceps torque and perceived exertion in healthy males. Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness. 39: 1999.
Rozzi SL, Lephart SM, Gear WS, Fu FH. Knee joint laxity and neuromuscular characteristics of male and female soccer and basketball players. American Journal of Sports Medicine. 27(3): 1999.
Abstracts in Refereed Journals
Gear WS. Effect of cold LASER therapy on tissue temperature in healthy individuals. In preparation for submission to the Journal of Athletic Training.
Payne EK, Gear WS. Investigation of the concussion goggle education program with high school athletic teams: a pilot study. Submitted to the Journal of Athletic Training.
Gear WS. Effect of localized muscle fatigue on knee joint position sense in soccer and basketball players. Journal of Athletic Training. 49(3): S-213, 2014.
Gear WS, Bookhout JL, Solyntjes AL. Effect of prophylactic ankle support on actual and perceived dynamic balance. Journal of Athletic Training. 48(3): S-134, 2013.
Gear WS, Bookhout JL, Solyntjes AL. Effect of ankle taping and bracing on dynamic balance and perception of stability. International Journal of Exercise Science. 5(2): S13-14, 2011
Gear WS. Effect of increasing levels of fatigue on knee proprioception. International Journal of Exercise Science. 5(2): S11-12, 2011.
Gear WS, Marien NA. Effect of body position on peak torque and angle of peak torque in the quadriceps and hamstring musculature. Journal of Athletic Training. 45(3): S-115, 2010.
Gear WS, Hand JW. Effect of Increasing Levels of Fatigue on Knee Joint Position Sensibility. Journal of Athletic Training. 43(3): S-78, 2008.
Pincivero DM, Gear WS, Sterner RL. Assessment reliability of maximal intensity quadriceps muscle fatigue. Canadian Journal of Applied Physiology. Proceeding of the 7th Annual Meeting of the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. 24(5): 1999.
Gear WS, Pincivero DM, Sterner RL, Lephart SM. Gender differences in the relationship between quadriceps work and fatigue during high intensity exercise. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. (Supplement). 31(5): S-168. 1999.
Pincivero DM, Lephart SM, Gear WS, Moyna NM, Karunakara RG, Robertson RJ. Neuromuscular activation and RPE during near maximal steady state contractions to failure in the quadriceps. Proceedings of the 12th Congress of the International Society for Electrophysiology and Kinesiology. Montreal, CANADA. June 27-30, 1998. pp. 212-213.
Rozzi SL, Lephart SM, Gear WS, Fu FH. Knee Joint Laxity and Neuromuscular Neuromuscular Characteristics of Male and Female Soccer and Basketball Players. Journal of Athletic Training. (Supplement). 33 (2): S-75. 1998
Pfeifer KE, Lephart SM, Gear WS. The Effects of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation on Proprioceptive Acuity in the Shoulder. Journal of Athletic Training. (Supplement). 33 (2): S-26. 1998
Rozzi SL, Lephart SM, Gear WS. Knee Joint Laxity and Neuromuscular Characteristics of Male and Female Soccer and Basketball Players. Orthopaedic Transactions,1998
Presentations of Scholarly Work atNational Professional Conferences
Gear WS. Effect of Localized Muscle Fatigue on Knee Joint Position Sense in Soccer and Basketball Players. 2014 National Athletic Trainers’ Association Clinical Symposia and AT Expo. Indianapolis, IN. June 25-28, 2014.
Gear WS, Bookhout JL, Solyntjes AL. Effect of Prophylactic Ankle Support on Actual and Perceived Dynamic Balance. 2013 National Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium. Las Vegas, NV. June 24-27, 2013.
Gear WS, Marien NA. Effect of body position on peak torque and angle of peak torque in the quadriceps and hamstring musculature. 2010 National Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium. Philadelphia, PA. June 22-25, 2010.
Gear WS, Hand JW. Effect of Increasing Levels of Fatigue on Knee Joint Position Sensibility. 2008 National Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium. St. Louis, MO. June 18-21, 2008.
Gear WS, Pincivero DM, Sterner RL. Gender differences in the relationship between quadriceps work and fatigue during high intensity exercise. 1999 American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. Seattle WA. June 2 –5, 1999.
Rozzi SL, Lephart SM, Gear WS, Fu FH. Knee Joint Laxity and Neuromuscular Characteristics of Male and Female Soccer and Basketball Players. 1998 National Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium. Baltimore, MD. June 17-20, 1998.
Pfeifer KE, Lephart SM, Gear WS. The Effects of Neuromuscular Stimulation on Proprioceptive Acuity in the Shoulder. 1998 National Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium. Baltimore, MD. June 17-20, 1998.
Rozzi SL, Lephart SM, Gear WS. Knee Joint Laxity and Neuromuscular Characteristics of Male and Female Soccer and Basketball Players. 1998 24th Annual Meeting of the American Orthopaedic Society For Sports Medicine. New Orleans, LA March 18-22, 1998.
Presentations of Scholarly Work atInternational Professional Conferences
Gear WS, Bookhout JL, Solyntjes AL. Effect of ankle taping and bracing on dynamic balance and perception of stability. 2011 International e-Conference on Kinesiology and Integrated Physiology. October 3-14, 2011.
Gear WS. Effect of increasing levels of fatigue on knee proprioception. 2011 International e-Conference on Kinesiology and Integrated Physiology. October 3-14, 2011.
Pincivero DM, Gear WS, Sterner RL. Assessment reliability of maximal intensity quadriceps muscle fatigue. 1999 Annual Scientific Conference of the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. Toronto, CANADA. October 13-16, 1999.
Pincivero DM, Lephart SM, Gear WS, Moyna NM, Karunakara RG, Robertson RJ.
Neuromuscular activation and RPE during near maximal steady state contractions to failure in the quadriceps. 12th International Society of Electrophysiology and Kinesiology Congress. Montreal, CANADA. June 27-30, 1998.
Presentations as an Invited Speaker
Gear WS. Low-Level Laser Therapy. 2014 Pennsylvania Athletic Trainers’ Society Student symposium. Scranton, PA. March 28-29, 2014.
Gear WS. Light Therapy in Athletic Training. 2008 Minnesota Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposium. Blain, MN. May 16-17, 2008.
Research Grant Applications
Gear WS. Effect of Low-Level Laser Therapy on Blood Flow and Tissue Temperature in the Hamstring Musculature. University of Minnesota Duluth, Spring 08 Special Research Funding. Amount requested –19,575.00. Spring 2008. Unfunded
Gear WS. Support to Purchase Apparatus to Support Research Line. University of Minnesota Duluth, Fall 08 Special Research Funding. Amount requested - $12,950.00. Fall 2008. Unfunded
Gear WS. Effect of Fatigue on Foot Center of Pressure Measures in Healthy Males and Females. University of Minnesota, Grant in Aid of Research, Artistry and Scholarship. Fall 2007. Amount requested - $32,700.00. Unfunded
Gear WS. Effect of Fatigue on Foot Center of Pressure Measures. University of Minnesota, Grant in Aid of Research, Artistry and Scholarship. Spring 2007. Amount requested - $32,700.00. Unfunded