06/05/2008

KTI Wins Blood Drive Award For Second Consecutive Year

The Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank has awarded Keystone Technical Institute the 2008 College Challenge Award. Competing with other area schools, KTI was honored for the greatest number of donations compared to enrollment for 2008.

A Message from Karen Altland, KTI Medical Department...

"The Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank recently had its annual Award Ceremony. As always, I was very excited to attend. I knew the students had worked very hard to show their dedication to donating blood to save lives. Almost everyone participated. Students who couldn’t donate blood brought food and drinks to help those that did donate maintain their energy. Still others walked donors back into the school after they gave blood. Previous donors encouraged first timers. Faculty and staff changed class schedules and permitted students to leave class to donate.

"Everyone at KTI is dedicated to saving lives through giving blood. I am well aware that the students, faculty, and staff don’t do this for glory or recognition. Everyone works as hard as they do to make the blood drive a success because they genuinely care about people. Still, it is nice to see the Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank take the time to thank people who help save lives. This year, our efforts were once again rewarded with a first place trophy in the College Blood Drive category.

"I was thrilled to accept the award on behalf of the KTI family. I also let the award committee and audience know that we received this honor because of the dedication of the KTI students.

"The trophy is on display in the case next to Mr. Drumm’s office. Take a minute out of your day to look at it and pat yourself on the back for job well done. Also know that even though the recipients of your generosity cannot thank you personally, they appreciate all that you do to save lives. Please accept my personal thanks, and those of Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank. We both know that KTI students do good work."

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