Bonne Zabolotney

Bonne Zabolotney is a Professor at Emily Carr University of Art and Design, focusing on design education, anti-oppressive pedagogy, and critical design history. Their work interrogates marginalized narratives in design practices and develops equitable curriculum frameworks.

Research interests span anti-oppressive action frameworks, decolonizing design history, competency-based assessments, and Canadian design practices. Notable projects include analyzing Eaton's impact on packaging design and exploring Andrew King's contributions to Prairie design culture.

Recent publications (2020-2024) emphasize reimagining design education through critical pedagogy and practice-based research methods. Earlier works (2008-2017) explore typographic storytelling and design's philosophical underpinnings.

Though no specific awards are noted, their contributions to design theory and education reflect sustained scholarly impact. Contact via bzabolot@ecuad.ca or 604-844-3800 for collaboration inquiries.