How to Join:
1. Join our GroupMe to stay up to date with us!
2. Email our secretary at bvr5444@psu.edu to be put on our mailing list for in-depth information about club meetings.
3. Set up a Volunteer Connection profile, and remember to record your hours volunteering at drives and attending meetings!
4. If you have any questions or suggestions, head over to the About page to get in touch with one of our executive officers!
VOlunteers of the month
Caitlin Jenkins
September GBM WInner!
Monica Wang
September OSC WInner!
On-Site cordinater Information:
WHAT'S AN OSC?
a recognized volunteer of the American Red Cross who represents the organization through our club
a trained student leader who works with and assists the American Red Cross Blood Drive Staff to lead campus blood drives and ensure that they run as smoothly as possible
What does an OSC do?
records volunteer attendance
oversees duties and performance of volunteers
maintains a positive, welcoming atmosphere for volunteers and donors
trains and assigns volunteers to stations specific to blood drive needs
signs off on Greek Life hours for volunteers
attends regular, mandatory OSC meetings
HOW DO I BECOME AN OSC?
Fill out this form to establish interest in the position! Make sure you understand the responsibilities of general volunteers before trying to become an OSC. Email Kevin to let him know you are interested.
Kevin will respond to your form and schedule an in-person training session to go over the role and responsibilities of an OSC with you.
This will be your first training session.
Schedule at least two volunteer shifts at a blood drive, then email the OSC at those shifts requesting to shadow. Make sure you receive a response confirming before showing up to shadow!
At the drives, talk with the OSCs about the drive and your responsibilities. Please record the name of this OSCs; you will need this after the drive.
After the drive, send an email to Kevin with the dates of your blood drive shift, time of your shift, location of blood drive, and the name of OSCs you talked to.
Complete this short online application after you've finished shadowing.
It includes basic info about you, questions about blood donation, and some scenario questions.
Schedule a quick debriefing meeting with Kevin via Zoom.
Congratulations, you are now officially an OSC and will be moved to an Active OSCs GroupMe!
Frequently asked questions:
I'm a new member. How do I get started?
Join our GroupMe here to stay up to date with us!
Email Bawan to get put on the mailing list for more in-depth information about upcoming club meetings.
Set up a volunteer connection profile using this link, and remember to record your hours spent volunteering at blood drives and attending club meetings in it.
Speaking of club meetings, we'll always have the date of the next club meeting posted on our Events page, and we'll mention it in GroupMe and emails.
Follow our Instagram to stay updated on upcoming blood drives, events, and meetings!
If you have any further questions and/or suggestions, head over to the About page to get in touch with someone who can help you out!
How do I sign up to donate blood?
Head over to this website and enter in your zip code to find a blood drive near you!
Can I apply for an officer position in the club?
Our club features a large variety of leadership positions. Keep an eye on meeting notes and our GroupMe for information about any open positions.
Are there any requirements?
Yes, but they are very easy to meet! To be an active general body member, you must volunteer at least 4 hours at blood drives and attend 4 meetings during a semester. OSCs must volunteer an additional 4 hours at blood drives with at least 1 hour every two months during the semester. OSCs are also expected to be at all meetings with exceptions.