Kris Agena

Kris Agena portrait
Assistant Professor of Health and Exercise Science

Office: Regents Center 105B

Phone: 563-387-1658

Email: agenkr01@luther.edu

Biography

Education: DAT (Athletic Training), A.T. Still University; MS (Exercise Science), University of Iowa; BA (Biology), Simpson College

Employment

  • Luther College, 2004-present (15th year)

Education

  • Doctor of Athletic Training (DAT), AT Still University, in progress/anticipated graduation 2021
  • Master of Science (MS), Exercise Science (emphasis in Athletic Training), University of Iowa, 1997
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA), Biology, Simpson College, 1995

Licensure & Certification

  • Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT), Iowa Department of Public Health, 2002
  • Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), Board of Certification, 1995
  • Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), National Strength & Conditioning Association, 1997
  • Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), National Academy of Sports Medicine, 2005
  • CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor, American Red Cross, 1994

Professional Memberships

  • Member National Athletic Trainers’ Association since 1994
  • Mid America Athletic Trainers’ Association member, 1995-1999, 2002-present
  • Iowa Athletic Trainers’ Society member, 1995-1999, 2002-present
  • Member of National Strength and Conditioning Association since 1996

Courses Teaching in HPES

  • ES 323 Principles of Strength Training & Conditioning
  • ES 324 Fitness Assessment
  • ES 340 Exercise Techniques
  • ES 343 Motor Learning
  • ES 425 Program Design & Periodization
  • HP 372 Organization & Administration of Health and Fitness Programs

Courses Previously Taught at Luther

  • ATHTR 265 Clinical I: Introduction to Athletic Training
  • ATHTR 368 Clinical IV: Therapeutic Modalities and Exercise
  • ATHTR 370 Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training
  • ATHTR 372 Therapeutic Exercise in Athletic Training
  • ATHTR 468 Clinical VI: Advanced Health Care
  • PE 251 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
  • SCI 101 Medical Terminology