Some students are anxious about assuming new responsibilities with little background. Make clear the kind of training you offer. Alternately, some students are surprised to discover that agencies require substantial time commitments for training. Being clear from the outset can help avoid conflicts. Clarify the time commitment.
Brown students are typically very busy people.
Often, course schedules, athletic practices or other commitments can limit the time of day or number of hours a student can give to community work. Many students at Brown must work to help defray the costs of their education. The Off-campus Federal Work Study Program provides matching funds to agencies to employ eligible students. Involve current Brown volunteers. Brown students already working with your agency can help you communicate your needs to their peers.