OSU hosts Bedlam Blood Drive

Thursday, March 1, 2012

The OSU Cowboys are teaming up to save lives in an Oklahoma Blood Institute Bedlam Blood Drive Monday through Friday, March 26-30,  at the Kerr-Drummond Residence Halls common areas from noon to 6 p.m.

Anyone, 16 years or older and in good health, is encouraged to donate.*

“The Bedlam Blood Battle is a great opportunity for blood donors to show their school spirit,” said Dr. John Armitage, OBI President and CEO. “It is also a way to show the best in community spirit by saving lives. And that is the real win.”

This Bedlam Blood Battle gives OSU students and faculty the chance to once again win the battle against OU and saving lives.

“I am thrilled Oklahoma State University is involved with Oklahoma Blood Institute in this life-saving effort,” said OSU President Burns Hargis.  “I encourage all Cowboy faithful who are able to do their part to not only donate blood to help others but to ensure another OSU victory in the Bedlam Blood Drive.”

Everyone who participates gets an OSU bedlam blood donor shirt and free food!

Oklahoma Blood Institute is the twelfth largest, non-profit blood center in America, providing every drop of blood needed by patients in 150 medical facilities across Oklahoma.

For more information or to make an appointment to donate, contact Oklahoma Blood Institute at 877-340-8777 or visit www.obi.org. 

* 16 year olds must weigh at least 125 and provide signed parental permission, 17 year olds must weigh at least 125 pounds, 18+ year olds must weigh at least 110 pounds.