Stephanie H Clines
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Dr. Stephanie “Stevie” Clines' work focuses on advancing health professions education through innovative teaching, student mentorship, quality clinical partnerships, and collaborative academic leadership.
With experience in higher education administration, accreditation, and clinical practice across collegiate, secondary school, and professional sport settings, Clines brings a broad perspective to preparing future athletic trainers. She is committed to developing students through evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning, and professional leadership, with an emphasis on competency-based preparation, meaningful experiential learning, and the development of lifelong learners in clinical practice.
Outside of her academic responsibilities, Clines remains actively engaged in professional service through participation in various athletic training organizations and as a peer reviewer for academic journals focused on athletic healthcare and education.
Degrees & Certifications
- Ph.D., Health Services Research, Old Dominion University
- MS, Kinesiology, University of Connecticut
- BS, Athletic Training, University of Connecticut
- Athletic Trainer, Board of Certification
- Licensed Athletic Trainer, State of Connecticut
- Behavior Change Specialist, NASM
- Mental Health First Aid Instructor
- Instrument Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization, Level 1 Certification
Teaching Responsibilities
- Healthcare administration, leadership, and professional development
- Mental and behavioral health
- Clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice
- Orthopedic evaluation and injury management
Awards & Fellowships
- College of Health Professions Pioneer Award, 2026
Research Interests
- Organizational and systemic influences on professional advancement and advocacy in athletic training
- Mentorship, professional socialization, transition to practice, and professional identity formation
- Leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration in health professions education