Students - just like anyone- have a right to privacy.  As someone with a non-visible disability, I find it easy to relate and respect.  There is no sense in prying on any medical condition.  When they have challenges and struggles, we can peel the onion to see where the root of the issue is, to be able to offer the best resources and solutions.  But medical conditions are a different consideration, and sometimes even the most careful and gentle questions of concern could be considered a violation of their medical rights.  I've always thought it best, if they are not… >>>

Good question!  I do have to say that I got some great ideas on recruiting members from the OTC course I'm currently taking - OP110 on Boards.  I've always asked at Chamber events, networked with employers of our graduates and graduates themselves, externship sites, and through community service partners.  That and of course, asking faculty and staff who they are still in cotact with from when they worekd in-field.  I liked the suggestions in the course of trade and civic organizations, and religious affiliations - I've never considered those.