The “Peanuts® x The American Red Cross” collaboration are teaming up with the Patriots for Public Health student organization to host an upcoming blood drive for Francis Marion University. Scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 3rd from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the “bloodmobile” will be located on the lawn in front of the Grille.
Those who choose to donate are able to receive “one free peanut’s t-shirt” as a reward, according to flyers posted by Patriots for Public Health. Additionally, flyers also advise to “bring a photo ID, eat a good meal and drink plenty of water” before proceeding with a blood donation. To set up an appointment, scan the QR code featured on the flyer attached below this post. For more information regarding the blood drive and appointments, please visit The American Red Cross‘ website.
“We are a newly registered organization on campus to meet the growing need of our future public health professionals majoring in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Psychology and other behavioral health related fields,” said Sarah H. Kershner, advisor to Patriots for Public Health and chair of healthcare administration.
For those who major in the aforementioned fields of study offered by FMU, it is advised that Patriots for Public Health can help benefit by leading a platform for those who have a passion for public health. For more information regarding their student organization, contact Kershner or Jeffery R. Bolles, associate professor of public health and advisor, via email.
