Northwestern will play host to OBI blood drive; Donation goal of 81 blood units

February 11, 2025

Northwestern Oklahoma State University will partner with the Ranger Business Club, Pre-Nursing Association and soccer team to sponsor a blood drive with Our Blood Institute from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 19-20, in the Student Center Ranger Room on the Alva campus.

This event is open to the public, Northwestern employees and students. Donors will receive a free, multiverse superhero-inspired T-shirt and an exclusive superhero collector card. There will also be a chance to win a $25 Northwestern Bookstore gift card.

“Like every hero has a unique power, your blood type holds a special gift that can save lives. It's simple: Give blood, save lives, and unleash your inner hero,” according to ourbloodinstitute.org

The blood donation goal is 81 units for the drive, and participants will need a photo ID to donate blood. Walk-ins are welcome.

To make an appointment, call (877) 340-8777 or visit the following links:

• Nov. 19:  https://www.yourbloodinstitute.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/655956  
• Nov. 20: https://www.yourbloodinstitute.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/655964  

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