Rachelle Dené Poth - Teachers Make a Difference - Bruce Antkowiak

The speaker reflects on the profound impact a law school professor, Bruce Ankoviac, had on their career as an educator. Despite the challenges of returning to school after years of teaching, the professor's mentorship and authentic teaching style inspired the speaker to continue in education. The professor's approach, which included humor and genuine care for students, became a model for the speaker's own teaching. The ongoing relationship with the professor underscores the importance of mentorship and lifelong learning in education.

What lessons did the speaker learn from the professor that they applied in their own classroom?

In what ways did the speaker feel supported by the professor during their time in law school?