UCDA Recognizes Mary Ridgway as a 2010 UCDA Member
Fort Hays State University’s Creative Director, Mary Ridgway ‘99, is a 2010 member of UCDA, the only design association specifically for educational institutions where members are recognized, rewarded and valued. The University & College Designers Association (UCDA) inspires designers working in academia in North America and around the world by delivering relevant programming and benefits in a personal and thoughtful way. The organization provides for the professional and personal growth of its members, and advocates for designer and educators’ roles within their institution. Fort Hays State realizes that UCDA works to elevate the importance of design overall.
“The image of the university is important to me, and UCDA helps me stay current with technologies and methods for supporting FHSU’s mission. I look forward to using my skill set to strategically assist the leadership, faculty and academic community to put the institution’s best foot forward,” said Ridgway.
“Our members work hard to build strong relationships with their institutions and communities through elevating the importance of design and designers and their impact on education,'' said Tadson Bussey, UCDA's executive director. ''Since 1970, the UCDA has created a community where visual communicators in education have turned for support, camaraderie, inspiration and resources. We're proud of the role we play in helping Fort Hays State University be successful, and we look forward to continuing to assist our members remain a strong force in promoting excellence in visual design, especially in the field of education.”
With more than 1,000 members, UCDA is a leading professional organization comprised of designers, design educators, writers, editors, photographers, and creatives of all types across many disciplines. As a membership organization, UCDA offers quality, relevant and focused programming and networking opportunities in an intimate and engaging environment. To learn more, please visit ucda.com or call (615) 459-4559.