Slam the Gators!
University of Kentucky students, staff and faculty can take an active part in Kentucky's annual rivalry with Florida during this year's Big Blue Slam Blood Drive on UK's campus Jan. 26–30.
The 18th annual blood battle encourages blood donations in the winter months when weather and illness can hinder collections.
Kentucky Blood Center will have several opportunities for donors to give blood. All donation locations on campus will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.:
- Gatton Student Center (Ballroom A): Monday–Friday, Jan. 26–30
- William T. Young Library (KBC Bloodmobile): Monday & Tuesday, Jan. 26 & 27
- Lewis Honors College (Scholars Student Lounge): Thursday & Friday, Jan. 29 & 30
Please scroll below to find links for appointment times!
Campus Thank You Items
All UK campus donors will receive an exclusive Big Blue Slam T-shirt and a $5 Starbucks gift card. Monday, Jan. 26 only, donors will also receive a coupon for a free entrée at Qdoba.
All items are while supplies last!
KBC will also make a $5 donation to a DanceBlue team of a donor's choosing for giving blood (donor must fill out a slip at donation).
KBC is proud to partner with UK Invests. A deposit will be provided by UK Invests into the enrolled accounts of students who participate in the blood drive.
Three Locations Available to Donate
Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule an appointment, call 800.775.2522 or scroll down and click on a link below. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health, show a photo I.D. and meet additional requirements.
Gatton Student Center (Ballroom A)
- Monday, Jan. 26 (10 a.m.–5 p.m.)
- Tuesday, Jan. 27 (10 a.m.–5 p.m.)
- Wednesday, Jan. 28 (10 a.m.–5 p.m.)
- Thursday, Jan. 29 (10 a.m.–5 p.m.)
- Friday, Jan. 30 (10 a.m.–5 p.m.)