Dr. Ken Wright, DA, AT Ret

Board Member Since 2012
Dr. Ken Wright is a Professor Emeritus in the College of Human Environmental Sciences at The University of Alabama. Dr. Wright received his academic degrees from Middle Tennessee State University, Syracuse University, and Eastern Kentucky University. With 46+ years of experience in the sports industry, his scholarly productivity includes involvement writing textbooks, series of pioneering educational simulations and videos, numerous research articles, multiple presentations at international and national conference, and success in obtaining grant funding. Through his professional efforts, Dr. Wright has established himself as a distinguished scholar, researcher, and educator who is a respected expert and sought-after presenter across the globe. Currently, Dr. Wright serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the United States Anti-Doping Agency. From the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Dr. Wright received the NATA Hall of Fame and Sayers “Bud” Miller Distinguished Educator of the Year Award. Dr. Wright’s research interest includes ethics and integrity, health-related medical information for sports participants and support personnel, and preventive techniques in sport industry settings.
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