Spring 2026 Lowell Lecture with Dr. Kate Ott

The Boston University School of Theology is proud to present the bi-annual Lowell Lecture, which features renowned speakers in fields related to theological studies. The Spring 2026 Lowell Lecture will take place at 6:30pm on April 21 at 213 Bay State Road, and will feature Dr. Kate Ott, whose lecture is “Remedy or Replication: AI Companions and Relational Trauma.” This presentation will explore the possibilities for creative, morally grounded A.I. companion design and use to promote human and agentic flourishing rather than diminishment. Come early for the reception at 6pm!

Our Spring 2026 speaker is Dr. Kate Ott, a feminist, religious ethicist addressing the formation of moral communities with specializations in technology, youth and young adults, sexuality, pedagogy and professional ethics. She is the author of Sex, Tech, and Faith: Ethics for a Digital Age and Christian Ethics for a Digital Society in addition to edited volumes and numerous chapters and articles. She is Jerre and Mary Joy Stead Professor of Christian Social Ethics and the director of the Stead Center for Ethics and Values at Garrett Theological Seminary in Evanston, IL. For more visit kateott.org.