Faculty

Michael Belbis, PhD, CSCS
Michael Belbis, PhD, CSCS

Assistant Professor of Exercise Science Office Phone: 630-844-7840
Email: mbelbis@aurora.edu Areas of expertise: Skeletal muscle microcirculation, cardiovascular and skeletal muscle physiology, exercise physiology, ergogenic aids Education: PhD, Health and Kinesiology, Purdue University
MSEd, Exercise Physiology, Northern Illinois University
BS, Kinesiology, Northern Illinois University Favorite thing about AU: "The opportunity to make a meaningful positive impact on our student population." View LinkedIn Profile

Carlos Estrada, PhD, CSCS
Carlos Estrada, PhD, CSCS

Assistant Professor of Exercise Science, Chair of Exercise Science Department Office Phone: 630-844-4625
Email: cestrada@aurora.edu Areas of expertise: Transcranial direct current stimulation, neuromuscular adaptations to resistance training, exercise testing and prescription, biomechanical principles of sport and exercise Education: PhD, Health and Human Performance, Oklahoma State University
MS, Wellness Management-Exercise Science, The University of Central Oklahoma
BS, Exercise Science, Southwestern Oklahoma State University Favorite thing about AU: "The diversity and willingness to learn among our student population."

Chad Trudo, MSEd
Chad Trudo, MSEd

Adjunct Professor of Exercise Science, Director of Strength and Conditioning Office Phone: 630-844-6848
Email: ctrudo@aurora.edu Areas of expertise: Strength and conditioning, injury prevention, exercise technology, exercise testing and prescription, speed and agility Education: MSEd, Exercise Science, University of Dayton
BS, Fitness and Health Promotion, Aurora University Favorite thing about AU: "Prominent tradition for academic and athletic excellence."

Adjunct faculty bring experience in strength and conditioning, sport and exercise psychology, fitness and wellness promotion.