Jeff Boich: Bringing Real-World Learning into the Legal Studies Classroom

A practicing lawyer and dedicated educator, Jeff Boich from Laurier's Political Science department and recipient of the 2025 part-time Sustained Excellence in Teaching award, discusses how he brings the realities of legal practice into the classroom. Rather than relying primarily on textbooks, he teaches through real cases, current headlines, and experiential learning activities that help students practice legal principles in real world and authentic ways. Jeff designs assessments that develop professional legal skills through coaching Laurier's Moot Court team to repeated championships, providing mentorship as students take increasing ownership of their learning and inviting past students and practicing layers to share the skills they learned here at Laurier. Laurier's Donald F. Morgenson Awards for Teaching Excellence honour those who, through their commitment to exemplary teaching, have made significant contributions to the educational experience of Laurier students. Learn more about award-winning teaching at Laurier.