Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity hosts a two-day blood drive each semester in partnership with Lifeblood to help raise awareness with blood donations.
This year, the blood drive will take place in the lobby of the Michael D. Rose Theater on March 5 and March 6 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
In the past, Lambda Chi Alpha has been named the University of Memphis "Newcomer of the Year" at the fourth annual awards luncheon in early February where others were honored for their volunteer efforts to support blood donations.
"I love the blood drive and I find comfort in knowing that I can change someone's health," Benjamin Daniel, senior Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity member, said. "I feel honored by giving someone a chance at life by sacrificing something I'm blessed with like my health and well-being."
In 2012, the drive exceeded expectations by collecting 367 units of blood, which is above the original goal of 125 donors per day at Lifeblood.
"During my term as external vice president, I was able to improve on our relationship with Lifeblood to have our first two-day, campus wide blood drive, so I love doing them," Tremaine Mckinley, senior Asian studies and international trade major said.
Students, faculty and the community are encouraged to donate blood. Those who plan to participate can make an appointment and will have priority over those who do walk-ins.
Individuals sign up for appointments will receive a coupon for a free small Dunkin' Donut's coffee when they sign in.
Donors must be at least 17 years old or 16 with parental consent, weigh at least 115 pounds and be in good health.
Donors will also be welcomed by the Lifeblood mascot Phil A. Pint.
All donors will receive a T-shirt from Lifeblood for participating in the drive. Individuals who participate in the blood drive and park in the Zach Curlin campus garage at 505 Zach Curlin St. will have their parking validated at the Rose Theater.
To make an appointment, students may call 1-888-LIFEBLOOD. Interested donors who have not donated with Lifeblood before are encouraged to contact Lifeblood at 901-529-6320 or email clublifeblood@lifeblood.org with their name, email, phone number and preferred day and time to donate.
