Dr. Lisa Wobbe Veit

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Biography

Lisa Wobbe-Veit is a Teaching Professor in Practicum Education at the University of Southern California's Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. She serves as the Assistant Director of Practicum Education, overseeing the practicum experience for Master of Social Work candidates enrolled in the Virtual Academic Center (VAC). Since joining the faculty in 2011, Wobbe-Veit has focused on children's, youth, and families' needs. Her areas of expertise include Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Care, particularly in supporting youth-focused mental health initiatives and preventing school-based violence. Additionally, she advocates for practices in disaster preparedness, crisis response, and long-term trauma recovery, ensuring comprehensive support for vulnerable populations, especially in educational settings during crisis situations.

Research Interests

Experience

Teaching Professor, Practicum Education Assistant Director

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Oversees practicum experience for Master of Social Work candidates at the Virtual Academic Center.

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.