Expectations

Community-Based Research (CBR) is more complicated than library research. Keep in mind that community organization staff work long hours, but they are not typically available at 10 pm--or on weekends.

Students’ Obligations
Because students play a key research role, their commitment and follow-through on a project is essential. Here are some steps that students can take to ensure a successful project:

Attend CBLI meeting at the beginning of the course
Begin research projects early in the semester, leaving ample time to complete them
At the outset, determine a time schedule and expectations with your community partner
Be sensitive to the communities in which you are working
Notify CBLI staff of any problems or concerns as soon as possible
Provide feedback (evaluation form or other) at the end of the course

CBLI's Obligations
CBLI supports students in a variety of ways:

Staff meets early in the semester with students to explain the project, outline the general timeline, and provide contact information for the organization
Provides students with no-cost transportation for research projects
In larger courses, provides an AI to support community-based project work