Kimberly Batty

Kimberly Batty is an Assistant Professor of Sport Management in the Department of Management at Lock Haven University. She holds a Ph.D. in Work Force Education and Development from The Pennsylvania State University and contributes to academic and professional discourse in recreation and leisure education.

• Ph.D., Work Force Education and Development — The Pennsylvania State University

Her research interests center on recreation program planning, student internship constraints, and workforce preparation in recreation fields. She focuses on enhancing student readiness for professional internships and improving agency appeal to emerging professionals. Her work bridges academic training and real-world workforce demands in commercial and public recreation sectors.

The recent publications reflect a strong focus on internship preparation, workforce development, and the impact of globalization on education. Themes include student constraints in internship selection, employer attractiveness to interns, and systemic challenges in aligning academic programs with workforce needs.

Kimberly Batty has presented her work at professional conferences such as The International Ecotourism Society, Resort and Commercial Recreation Association, and the Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society. Her presentations address topics like ecotourism, college internships, and student barriers in field placement.

She teaches core courses in recreation and leisure studies, including Introduction to Recreation and Leisure, Program Planning and Design, Special Event and Convention Center Management, Commercial Recreation, and Assessment, Evaluation, and Research in Recreation. Her teaching emphasizes practical application and professional development.