Victor E. Schwartz Lecture in Tort Law

About the Lecture 
For nearly 50 years, assisted reproductive technologies (ART) have enabled family formation outside traditional conception methods. Over 10 million children worldwide have been born through ART, with usage increasing annually. While most families experience successful outcomes, rare incidents of mishaps or misconduct can cause significant harm, challenging existing legal and medical frameworks and prompting us to reconsider norms related to human reproduction.

About the Lecturer 
Judith Daar is the Dean and Professor of Law at Northern Kentucky University’s Salmon P. Chase College of Law. Since 2019, she has led initiatives enhancing the school's programs and securing historic funding. Her background includes roles at UC Irvine and expertise in health law, focusing on emerging reproductive technologies. She authored the first casebook on ART law and a notable book on reproductive ethics. Dean Daar has testified before Congress and the National Academies, published extensively, and received numerous teaching awards. She serves on various legal and ethical committees and holds degrees from the University of Michigan and Georgetown Law.

This event is open to all University of Cincinnati alumni, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other class or status protected by applicable law.