Edmonton, Alberta

I’m delighted to share the news that good friend, award-winning* designer, and dedicated educator Sue Colberg has been honoured by the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada as a GDC Fellow—she’s the 13th Canadian woman and 63rd individual to be so bestowed. Fellowship is awarded by the National Society to a professional graphic designer who, by accomplishment or influence, has made a major contribution to graphic design in Canada—it is the highest honour that can be awarded by the Society.

Susan Colberg’s dedication to her students and her expertise in the field of graphic design has contributed to the influence and education of many generations of designers. An Associate Professor at the University of Alberta in the Art and Graphic Design Department, Susan teaches advanced typography, information design and the practice of graphic design. Her dedication to the GDC and its mission has been long and extensive. She has been involved since she was a design student and is a past president of the Alberta North Chapter. She also continues to serve on the board and is a Professional member in good standing. She is currently the National representative for GDC/ABN and has been the GDC’s Icograda Representative since 2003.

* News also arrived this week that Sue is once again a top winner in the 2008 Alcuin Book Design Awards. Congratulations, Sue!