Hello!  My name is Diana Poulson and I LOVE studying Sociology.

I've been teaching Sociology at SRJC since 1994. With over 30 years of experience in the non-profit sector including the Sonoma County Battered Women's Center, Social Advocates for Youth and Sonoma County Adults and Youth Development, I've enjoyed the balance of working in the field and teaching the discipline.  There is something new to be learned each and every day in our quest to find creative ways to address community needs.  The possibilities are endless!

For 6 years I facilitated workshops through Sonoma County Job Link, providing self-assessment , career exploration and resources that enhance job seeking skills for the unemployed, underemployed and displaced workers.  This was a profound learning experience, particularly during the recession of 2007-2009.

Recently, I had the opportunity to co-direct a health and wellness program for military veterans, active service members and military families called "Horses Building Communities" a program of the California Veterans Support Foundation. Guests at the barn were able to rest, renew and re-connect to themselves and each other, their families, and a supportive community through working with horses.  Unfortunately, that program is no longer operating due to lack of funding.