I must confess, before I started interning with the Red Cross, I didn’t think about what kind of action plan I would have in case of emergencies in my dorm …
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How to Prevent a Home Fire While Living with Roommates
I am a 22-year-old quickly approaching college graduation in May. One would think my housemates and I are aptly prepared and educated about living independently in our first house – …
5 Skills to Master Before You Become a College Graduate
By Katelyn Becker, intern With graduation right around the corner, college students are gearing up to enter the work force with a variety of skill sets. Having conquered tough classes, …
A College Preparation How-To, By a Red Cross Intern
I recently had the realization that this fall, I’ll be a junior at James Madison University. And with that realization was an onset of panic. Going into my third year …
Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise: Back to School for College Students
During the elementary, middle, and high school years, much of the responsibility for students’ health and safety belongs to teachers, administrators, and school nurses. Staff members know CPR, basic first …
Thank You, Volunteers, for Time Alone with My Thoughts
For the most part, I spend my days on the go with nary a free minute to stop and think, at least not about anything except what I’m doing at …
You Have Been Challenged
Calling all college students and alumni! A new American Red Cross Blood Donors Facebook application was launched yesterday: