BCC Student Honored

September 28, 2009

On September 28, 2009, Broome Community College was awarded with a plaque and a trophy by the Binghamton chapter of the American Red Cross to recognize an outstanding increase in blood donations on campus in the past year. In 2008-09, the BCC community donated 182 pints of blood, a 152% improvement over the previous year. Presenting the awards were District Director Brandon Gordon and Account Manager Theresa Blank to Interim President Dr. John Deans.

Also in attendance to the award presentation were the medical assisting students of BCC, Public Affairs Officer Rich David, and local media. However, Senior Medical Assisting student Sabrina Wilson stole the limelight when she was award a $1,000.00 scholarship by the Red Cross for her participation and active recruitment in blood donations. An overwhelmed and grateful Sabrina said she was “surprised” by hearing she was receiving such an award. When asked “What do you believe the importance is of blood donation?” Sabrina replied, “I know people who give blood a lot and I know a lot of people in need of blood and transfusions.”

This week, BCC held another blood drive in the Baldwin gymnasium. Those who could not make it but want to make a blood donation can call 1-800-GIVELIFE or log onto USAREDCROSS.ORG to schedule an appointment.