Yvonne Doble

Yvonne Doble is a Lecturer in the Department of Social Work at Humboldt State University. With deep roots in Humboldt County, her practice emphasizes rural community challenges and solidarity. She holds an MSW from Humboldt State and a self-designed Community-Based Education degree from Oberlin College. Prior to academia, she worked for a decade in child welfare systems through CASA programs. She joined Humboldt State’s social work program in 2012, served as Director of Community Placement & Practicum for eight years, and transitioned to her current role.

Education:

• MSW, Humboldt State University
• BA in Community-Based Education, Oberlin College

Research Interests: Ms. Doble focuses on practical accountability frameworks in social work, community-responsive engagement models, and empowering individuals with lived systems experience to influence policy. Her work bridges academic teaching with grassroots advocacy in rural settings.

Office Hours: Mondays 2:00 PM via Zoom (appointments via email).

Advising & Grants: While no specific grants are noted, her practicum leadership underscores her commitment to field education. No advising cases are listed in available materials.

Labs/Teams: Engaged with the Department of Social Work’s community placement initiatives and policy advocacy networks.