Oklahoma State University Athletics
Celebrate National American Red Cross Month By Donating Blood
March 17, 2006 | General
“We are very pleased to be holding this blood drive during Red Cross month,” said Heather Hoesly, OSU Coordinator of Sports Marketing. “This is just one way our community supports this worthwhile organization. We're happy to be doing our part.”
According to the Red Cross, the demand for blood is every increasing. The latest statistic indicates that in the
“We are so grateful to the students and community because of each one of them, the Red Cross is able to fulfill our mission of saving lives,” said Sandy Neuzil, Donor Recruitment Manager for
Many people do not realize how simple and relatively painless it is to donate blood. The time involved is just an hour, including a stop for refreshments. Each donor is given a mini-health check; testing blood pressure, temperature and iron levels. Each donor will receive a Pistol Pete t-shirt designed by OSU Art Student, Emily Seefeldt – her “Just A Poke” was selected as the design for all OSU campuses for the month of March – National Red Cross month. The Red Cross reminds residents to be sure and bring a photo I.D, when coming to donate. You must be at least 17 years of age, weigh 110 pounds and be in good health.
