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Tyler Patton joined Kent State University as a graduate assistant athletic trainer in the summer of 2011. He is pursuing his Masters of Science in Exercise Physiology with a concentration in Athletic Training. 

Prior to Kent State, Patton completed his undergraduate studies at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, and received his Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training. While at Wright State, he also completed an internship at the University of Alaska Anchorage.

Patton is a member of the National Athletic Trainer's Association, while also holding membership with the Great Lakes Athletic Trainer's Association and the Ohio Athletic Trainer's Association.  He is certified in CPR/First Aid/AED.