Dr. Camilla J. Hodge is an associate professor in the Experience Design & Management Department at Brigham Young University. Broadly, her research interests focus on the ways in which shared experiences can build social connection--an essential component of the health and well-being of individuals, groups, and organizations. Her current research focuses on the theoretical foundations of shared experiences and social connection.
Hodge earned an M.S. in Youth and Family Recreation from Brigham Young University in 2011, where she was named Outstanding Graduate Student. She worked closely with Dr. Ramon Zabriskie, who is widely known for his research in family leisure, and his development of the Core and Balance Model of Family Leisure Functioning. Dr. Hodge earned a Ph.D. in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management from North Carolina State University in 2014, where she was awarded Outstanding Ph.D. Student. Her previous academic positions include Assistant Professor at Penn State University and the University of Utah where she was nominated for two university and college teaching awards for her innovation and effectiveness in undergraduate and graduate education.