Osgoode Hall Law School recognizes members of its community through the annual faculty teaching, research and service awards, presented last week at the Convocation Reception. The awards honour contributions to teaching, scholarship and service.
“Our faculty has always been one of the core elements of what makes Osgoode a truly world-class law school”, said Dean Trevor Farrow. “Through their work, this year’s recipients are shaping the next generation of legal professionals, advancing legal research and strengthening our communities.”
François Tanguay-Renaud, recipient of the Full-time Senior Faculty Teaching Award, was recognized for fostering an inclusive learning environment that encourages critical thinking and makes complex legal concepts accessible. His commitment to mentorship extends beyond the classroom.
Suzanne Chiodo received the Full-time Faculty Teaching Award for her clear and engaging teaching style, which builds student confidence and supports learning inside and outside the classroom.
At the intersection of legal practice and mental health, Jordana Bergman, recipient of the Adjunct Faculty Teaching Award, brings an approach that encourages reflection, challenges assumptions and equips students with practical tools for professional and personal development.
Karen Drake received the Faculty Service Award for leadership, mentorship and sustained contributions to the Osgoode community. Her work across committees, teaching and University initiatives has had a lasting impact on students, colleagues and institutional culture.
Research achievements were also recognized through the Harry Arthurs Award for Research Excellence, presented to Benjamin Geva and Allan Hutchinson.
Geva was honoured for scholarship that shapes legal research and informs policy and law reform in Canada and internationally, particularly in financial and commercial law.
Hutchinson’s work spans legal theory, constitutional law and the relationship between law and politics, shaping decades of legal thinking across multiple jurisdictions and areas of study.
In professional education, Emilio Dabed received the Osgoode Professional LLM Teaching Award for his work in the International Business Law and Canadian Common Law programs, connecting complex global issues to professional practice in an inclusive learning environment.
Ian Hull and Suzana Popovic-Montag received the Osgoode Professional Development CLE Contribution Award for their leadership in continuing legal education, particularly in wills, estates and trusts law.
Together, these recipients reflect leadership across teaching, scholarship and service at Osgoode.