Ross Medical Education Center Morgantown American Red Cross Speakers

Ross Medical in Morgantown Invites American Red Cross Speakers to Campus

Ross Medical Education Center Morgantown American Red Cross SpeakersContinuing in their partnership, the Ross Medical Education Center Morgantown, West Virginia campus hosted Lauren Thomas and Justin Meadows from the American Red Cross for an informative and eye opening lecture. Lauren is a familiar face at Ross. As their local blood drive coordinator, she meets regularly with campus administration to ensure the quarterly blood drives run smoothly. She spoke with students about the importance of donating blood, highlighted the types most in need, and answered questions regarding donor eligibility. Justin was new to the campus and wanted to share his personal story.

In 2008, Justin was involved in a motorcycle accident that left him with a 6% chance of survival. In addition to multiple broken bones, massive internal bleeding, and the amputation of his leg, Justin received nearly 100 units of blood in two days. After a five week stay in the hospital, Justin was fortunate to leave and has since become a staunch supporter and regular donor to the American Red Cross due to his understanding of the incredible impact that they have on lives of those in need.

The Morgantown campus has been involved in regular blood drives since it opened its doors in 2012. It solidified its partnership with the local chapter in 2015, making the move from an annual to quarterly drives. “The increase in opportunities allows the Red Cross to reach more of our student population,” said Dorie Alger, Campus Director. “It also allows the faculty to use the event as a learning experience for students as they are able to assist with donors coming into campus and observe the collection process.” The next drive is scheduled for January 2nd, which is the Ross students’ first day back to classes after the holiday break. To highlight the event, staff and faculty will be hosting a “Back to School Breakfast” that will help to prepare students for donation.

Medical Assistant Program offered at these campus locations:
  • Huntsville
  • Quad Cities
  • Evansville
  • Fort Wayne
  • Granger
  • Kokomo
  • Lafayette
  • Muncie
  • Bowling Green
  • Erlanger
  • Hopkinsville
  • Owensboro
  • Ann Arbor
  • Battle Creek
  • Brighton
  • Canton (MI)
  • Davison
  • Flint
  • Grand Rapids
  • Kalamazoo
  • Kentwood
  • Lansing
  • Midland
  • Muskegon
  • New Baltimore
  • Port Huron
  • Saginaw
  • Taylor
  • Warren
  • Cincinnati
  • Dayton
  • Elyria
  • Mansfield
  • Niles
  • Canton (OH)
  • Sylvania
  • Johnson City
  • Knoxville
  • Charleston
  • Morgantown
Dental Assistant Program offered at these campus locations:
  • Huntsville
  • Evansville
  • Fort Wayne
  • Granger
  • Kokomo
  • Lafayette
  • Muncie
  • Erlanger
  • Owensboro
  • Brighton
  • Canton (MI)
  • Davison
  • Flint
  • Grand Rapids
  • Kalamazoo
  • Kentwood
  • Lansing
  • Warren
  • New Baltimore
  • Muskegon
  • Saginaw
  • Cincinnati
  • Dayton
  • Elyria
  • Niles
  • Johnson City
  • Knoxville
  • Charleston
  • Morgantown
Veterinary Assistant Program offered at these campus locations:
  • Huntsville
  • Erlanger
  • Canton
  • Kalamazoo
  • New Baltimore
  • Warren
Pharmacy Technician Program Certificate online program
Nursing Assistant Program offered at these campus locations:
  • Brighton
  • Grand Rapids
  • Kalamazoo
  • Midland
Medical Insurance Billing and Office Administration Certificate online program
Occupational Therapy Assistant Program offered at these campus locations:
  • Hopkinsville
  • Quad Cities
Nursing Program offered at these campus locations:
  • Canton (OH)
  • Cincinnati
  • Dayton
  • Elyria
  • Niles
  • Sylvania
Practical Nursing Program offered at these campus locations:
  • Canton (OH)
  • Cincinnati
  • Elyria
  • Niles
  • Sylvania
Veterinary Technology Program offered at these campus locations:
  • Canton (OH)
Business Management Program offered at these campus locations:
  • Hopkinsville, KY
Medical Assistant Associate of Applied Science Degree online program
Health Care Administration Associate Degree online program
Human, Social, and Health Services Associate of Applied Science Degree online program
Medical Billing Administrative Specialist Associate Degree online program
Medical Office Administration Certificate Program online program
Medical Insurance Billing and Office Administration Certificate online program
Pharmacy Technician Program Certificate online program