A two-day blood drive, part of the refocused homecoming effort in the aftermath of Helene, collected 674 units of blood.
“Thanks to the incredible generosity of our ETSU students, faculty, staff and community members, we’ve made history,” said Joy Fulkerson, director of the Office of Leadership and Civic Engagement, in a social media post. “Your selflessness provides a lifeline to those in need and ensures that our local hospitals are equipped to save lives.”
Fulkerson offered additional thanks to the Marsh Regional Blood Center team who partnered in the Oct. 1-2 event held in the D.P. Culp Student Center.
All donations will stay within the Appalachian Highlands, serving 20 regional medical facilities, cancer centers and air rescue bases.
“Together, we’ve proven the power of community, and we can’t wait to do it again,” Fulkerson said.
