Brett Knight, MS, AT, ATC

Brett Knight is the Head Athletic Trainer and an Instructor of Athletic Training. Brett is a 2008 graduate of Alma College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in athletic training. Brett then attended Western Michigan University, where he completed a master’s degree in Exercise Science and Sports Medicine with an emphasis in Athletic Training in 2010. After his graduate work, Brett was hired at NCAA Division III affiliate North Carolina Wesleyan College where he was an Assistant Athletic Trainer overseeing the healthcare of the football and baseball programs

Brett is certified instructor by the American Red Cross for First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and also serves as a Preceptor for the Athletic Training Education Program. He teaches First Aid and CPR, along with one Athletic Training Clinical Course. His primary sport responsibilities are Football, Men’s Basketball, and Softball. Brett resides in Lansing with his wife, Danielle, who is also an Alma College alumna. Brett can be reached at (989) 463-7288 or knightbd@alma.edu.

Phillip Andre, MS, AT, ATC

Phil Andre joined the Alma College athletic training staff in 2007. He is the Director of Clinical Instruction and Assistant Athletic Trainer. He completed his undergraduate degree at The Pennsylvania State University in 2001 and earned his master’s degree in kinesiology from Michigan State University in 2005. Phil previously worked as an Assistant Athletic Trainer at Olivet College and Head Athletic Trainer at East Lansing High School.

Phil teaches Orthopedic Assessment I, two athletic training clinical courses, and the Therapeutic Modalities & Therapeutic Exercise laboratories in the Athletic Training major within the Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Department. Phil primarily works with Men’s Soccer and Wrestling programs. He also supervises the clinical experiences of the Athletic Training Students.

Phil resides in Alma with his wife, Sandy, and can be reached at (989) 463-7430 or andre@alma.edu.

Drew Johnson-Curry, MS, AT, ATC

Drew Johnson-Curry returned to Alma College in 2009 as the Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences Lab Coordinator and Assistant Athletic Trainer. She is a 2008 graduate of Alma College where she earned her bachelor’s degree in athletic training. She continued her education at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania where she earned her master’s degree in athletic training in 2009.

In addition to her certified athletic trainer status, Drew is a Certified American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED instructor as well as a Professional Rescuer. She teaches Principles of Athletic Training, and one Athletic Training Clinical Education Courses. She also assists the Integrative Physiology and Health Sciences faculty with physiology laboratories. Her primary sport assignments are Women’s Soccer and Baseball. She also supervises the clinical experiences of the Athletic Training students.

Drew resides in St. Johns with her husband, Derek Curry, and can be reached at (989) 463-7870 or johnsonde@alma.edu.

Danielle Knight, MS, AT, ATC, PES

Danielle Knight has returned to Alma College as an Assistant Athletic Trainer and Instructor of Athletic Training. She is a 2010 graduate of Alma College, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in athletic training. Danielle thereafter attended California University of Pennsylvania where she completed a master’s degree in athletic training in 2011. Danielle previously worked at Orthopedic Rehab Specialist in Jackson, Mich., and as an athletic trainer at Grass Lake High School.

Danielle teaches First Aid and CPR along with one Athletic Training clinical course and will serve as a preceptor for the Athletic Training Education Program. She is a certified instructor by the American Red Cross for First Aid/CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Her primary sport coverage is Women’s Volleyball, Cross Country, Women’s Basketball and Men’s Lacrosse.

Danielle resides in Lansing with her husband, Brett, who is also part of the Alma College Athletic Training Services staff. Danielle can be reached at (989) 463-7429 or knightdn@alma.edu.

Denny Griffin, MA, AT, ATC

Denny Griffin began his tenure at Alma College in 1983 and is the director for the Athletic Training Education Program. Mr. Griffin earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and physical education from Hope College. He holds a master’s degree from Western Michigan University and is a certified athletic trainer. Denny supervises several Clinical Experiences of the Athletic Training Students and teaches the multiple Athletic Training course in the Athletic Training major.

Denny resides in Alma with his wife, Tammy. His daughter, Erin, attends Alma High School, while his son, Shaun, is currently attending Western Michigan University. Denny can be reached at (989) 463-7988 or at griffin@alma.edu.

Nicholas Anthony, AT, ATC
Assistant Athletic Trainer - Intern

Nick received his Bachelor of Science degree in athletic training from Michigan Statue University in 2012. He is certified by the American Red Cross in First Aid and CPR and serves as a preceptor for the Alma College Athletic Training Education Program. His primary sport assignments include football, cheer leading, swimming and diving and women's lacrosse. He currently resides in Alma.

Nick can be reached at (989) 463-7429 or at anthonyna@alma.edu.

Maggie Ross, PA-C

Maggie Ross is the Physician Assistant at the Wilcox Medical Center on the campus of Alma College. She earned her undergraduate degree from Kenyon College and attended Physician Assistant School at Central Michigan University. She also helps teach units on General Medical Conditions and Public Heath with the Athletic Training Education Program.

Maggie can be reached at (989) 463-7181 or mross@alma.edu.

Amber Herman, RN-ADN

Amber Herman is the Registered Nurse at the Wilcox Medical Center on the campus of Alma College. She earned her degree from Mid-Michigan Community College. She also instructs units on General Medical Conditions and Public Health within the Athletic Training Education Program.

Amber can be reached at (989) 463-7181 or herman@alma.edu.

Dr. Gerrit Vanderlugt, DO

Dr. Vanderlugt is the Alma College Athletic Training Team Physician. He received his medical degree from the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, Mo. (DO, 1979), and completed his internship at Osteopathic Hospital, South Bend, Ind. He is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of General Practice and is the medical director of the Wilcox Medical Center on campus. He has been a team physician for Alma College since 1983 and also acts as a clinical instructor for the Athletic Training Education Program.