Questions for Faculty to Ask Community Partners

When establishing a partnership with a community organization, you may find it helpful to use the following questions as a guide:

1. What is the mission/purpose of the organization?
2. Where is the organization located? Is it accessible by public transportation?
3. What are the typical opportunities for students? When do they occur? How many hours are required? What other requirements are there?
4. What is offered in terms of orientation, supervision, training, etc.?
5. Professor: describe your class. Does the nonprofit believe it is a good fit for their interests? Are there relevant service projects beyond the typical volunteer work?
6. Who should be contacted to follow-up? What kind of timeline does this involve?
7. What other issues are involved?
1. fingerprinting (before service begins)
2. confidentiality and/or lack of direct contact with clients
3. specific preferences or requirements for SL partnership
4. length of commitment desired of professor (one semester or more?)
5. ways nonprofit can contribute to education of students