CI2000 – Computer Fundamentals Ultimate Medical Academy
Week 2 Assignment 50 Points

Advertising the Blood Drive

Microsoft Word — Document Design & Formatting

Sunnydale Blood Drive — Story Arc
Last week you communicated the blood drive details via email. Now it is time to get the word out to the community!
Week 1: Communicate Week 2: Advertise Week 3: Train Staff Week 4: Track Data Week 5: Report Results
Course Objectives: This assignment addresses CO-4 (Microsoft Word Documents)
The Scenario
Dr. Elena Martinez
Clinic Director, Sunnydale Family Health Clinic

Great work on those emails last week! Dr. Martinez was impressed with your professionalism and has a bigger task for you now. The blood drive is officially confirmed, and the clinic needs a professional flyer to post in waiting areas, share with patients, and distribute to local businesses.

Time to put your Microsoft Word skills to work and create a one-page flyer that is both informative and visually appealing!

Story so far: In Week 1, you confirmed the blood drive details with Dr. Martinez, set up the planning meeting, announced the event to staff, and handled a HIPAA email scenario. The event is locked in — now the community needs to know about it.

Your Task

Create a ONE-PAGE professional flyer in Microsoft Word that promotes the Sunnydale Community Blood Drive. The flyer should include all five elements below.

1
Header Section
10 pts

Your flyer header must prominently display:

  • Clinic name: Sunnydale Family Health Clinic
  • Event title: "Community Blood Drive" — make it eye-catching and prominent
  • Partnership: "In partnership with the American Red Cross"
2
Event Details
10 pts

Include all essential event information:

  • Date: Saturday, March 15, 2026
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Location: Sunnydale Family Health Clinic, 1250 Health Way, Suite 100
  • Registration: Walk-ins welcome or schedule at sunnydaleclinic.org/blooddrive
3
Eligibility Information Table
10 pts

Create a formatted table with the following donor eligibility requirements:

Requirement Details
Age17+ (16 with parental consent)
WeightAt least 110 lbs
HealthGenerally feeling well
IDValid photo ID required
HydrationDrink plenty of water before donating
Design Tip

Style the table with borders, shading, or color to make it stand out from the rest of the flyer. Use the Table Design tab in Word for easy formatting.

4
Visual Design
15 pts

Your flyer should demonstrate strong visual design principles:

  • At least ONE relevant image or clipart (blood drop, heart, hands, medical theme)
  • Consistent color scheme — use reds and whites for the blood drive theme
  • Professional fonts — no more than 2 font families
  • At least one bulleted or numbered list (e.g., a "What to Bring" list)
  • Proper margins and white space — the flyer should not look cluttered
5
Call to Action
5 pts

End your flyer with a strong call to action that motivates people to donate:

  • Include the phrase: "Every Donation Saves Up to 3 Lives!"
  • Contact info: (555) 123-4567 or blooddrive@sunnydaleclinic.org

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps to create your flyer:

  1. Open Microsoft Word and create a new blank document.
  2. Set up your page: adjust margins to Narrow (0.5") for maximum design space.
  3. Create the header with the clinic name, event title, and partnership line. Use WordArt or large bold text for the event title.
  4. Add the event details (date, time, location, registration) using clear formatting and text boxes or columns.
  5. Insert and format the eligibility table using the Table Design tab to apply borders and shading.
  6. Insert at least one image (use Insert > Online Pictures or a stock image). Set text wrapping appropriately.
  7. Add a bulleted "What to Bring" list (e.g., photo ID, water bottle, snack for after).
  8. Add the call to action and contact information at the bottom.
  9. Review your design for balance, readability, and professionalism.
  10. Save as LastName_Week2_Flyer.docx and also export as PDF (File > Save As > PDF). Need help saving as PDF?

Requirements Checklist

Before submitting, verify your flyer meets all requirements:

Grading Rubric

Criteria Description Points
Header Section Clinic name, event title (prominent), and Red Cross partnership clearly displayed 10
Event Details Date, time, location, and registration info all present and clearly formatted 10
Eligibility Table Formatted table with all 5 requirements, proper borders/shading, professional appearance 10
Visual Design Image included, consistent color scheme, max 2 fonts, bulleted list, proper white space 15
Call to Action Motivating CTA phrase included, contact information present 5
Total 50

Submission Instructions

Submit your completed flyer through the course LMS:

Both files are required. The PDF allows your instructor to verify the layout matches your intended design.

Need Help?

Here are resources to help you build a great flyer:

Inserting Images Review Lesson 2.2 for inserting, resizing, and wrapping images in Word.
Table Formatting Review Lesson 2.2 for creating tables and using Table Design styles.
Font & Color Review Lesson 2.3 on font selection, color schemes, and design principles.
Page Layout Review Lesson 2.2 on margins, orientation, and page setup options.
Saving as PDF Visit the Foundations Quick Start for step-by-step instructions on exporting to PDF.
Pro Tip

Search "blood drive flyer" online for inspiration, but make sure your design is your own original work. Do not copy another flyer directly.