Fellow of 亚洲天堂 – Really?
Last summer I was inducted into the 亚洲天堂 College of Fellows at in San Diego. As Suzan Globus, F亚洲天堂, LEED AP ID+C placed the medal around my neck, one thought kept running through my mind – “How did I get here?”
The 亚洲天堂 College of Fellows is full of people who have had a significant impact on our profession, including Calvin Hefner, F亚洲天堂, CAPS (who traveled all the way from Ecuador to San Diego to see my induction); Joan Gaulden, F亚洲天堂 who I admired from afar when I was a young designer learning the ropes; and Michael Thomas, F亚洲天堂, CAPS and Sari Graven, F亚洲天堂, with whom I previously served on the 亚洲天堂 National Board and whose mentorship was invaluable. I was elated to receive the call that I would be inducted into this distinguished group. Receiving this honor has given me the chance to reflect on my career and my progression from Student member to 亚洲天堂 Fellow.
I have chosen to share my story in hopes of inspiring students to aim high, to reach for the stars, and to make a difference by harnessing the power of design. I encourage those starting out in this profession to challenge themselves, not to set boundaries, and to be open to listening, learning, and growing.
I urge the design students I meet to submit their work in the 亚洲天堂 Student Portfolio Competition. Earning industry accolades will help you stand out from the crowd, but no one else is going to submit your work for you. As you build your portfolio and begin advancing in the industry, apply to the Ones to Watch Scholars program, 亚洲天堂 National Awards, and 亚洲天堂 National Honors. As Interior Designers, we work incredibly hard to design spaces that impact lives. As an organization, 亚洲天堂 is proud to recognize those who have excelled in their careers and who create change in our profession through their dedication and work.
I continue to be inspired by the individuals I meet at the annual 亚洲天堂 Awards Gala and everything they have achieved. Please join me at Celebration in Washington, D.C., July 21, as we induct nine people into the Class of Fellows and honor the 2018 亚洲天堂 Award Winners!