REC/IM

Education

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise & Sport Science from Wayne State University, 2022

Master of Science in Athletic training/Sports Medicine from Eastern Michigan University, Expected 2026

License / Certifications

Canadian Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Certified

National Council of Behavioral Health of America: Mental Health First Aid Certified

Certified Physical therapy Assistant

WHMIS Canada

Biography

Jamaal is from Brantford, Ontario, Canada and is a fully bilingual international student. Jamaal is a graduate of Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan obtaining his degree in kinesiology with a concentration in exercise science. He was recently accepted into the Eastern Michigan University Master of Sports Medicine program and he is eager to start a position with the fitness & wellness program to compliment his studies and enhance his educational experience. At Wayne State University, he worked in the WSU sports medicine department as a sports medicine intern and student athletic trainer for two years from 2020-2022. Additionally, briefly working in the Wayne State exercise science lab. Jamaal is also a certified physical therapy assistant, specializing in athletic & recreational activity rehabilitation. Jamaal is passionate about overall healthy wellbeing and is excited to instill his love for fitness into others.

Interests and Expertise

Jamaal's interests include rock climbing, comic book collecting, playing flag football and volunteering at children's hospitals. Jamaal grew up as a multi-sport athlete playing football, track & field and rugby.   

Grants, Honors and Awards

2022, Wayne State University Sports Medicine Department Student Athletic Training Scholarship

Professional Summary

Wayne State University Sports Medicine Intern: August 2021- December 2022, Detroit, MI, USA                                                                               

Physical therapy Assistant Lead: July 2023 – August 2024, Hamilton, ON, CAN

Eastern Michigan University Graduate Assistant Rec/IM: August 2024   

Memberships

Canadian Kinesiology Alliance Member - December 2022

Canadian Athletic Therapists Association - December 2022

Canadian Physiotherapy Association - January 2023