McKendree University argues that a lawsuit alleging students were deprived of the full on-campus services due to COVID-19 closures is barred by the educational malpractice doctrine.
McKendree University filed its motion to dismiss the amended complaint on Dec. 9 through attorney Kyle Seelbach of Husch Blackwell LLP in St. Louis.
“McKendree implemented the only option available to ensure the safety of its students and employees, while still educating its students,” the motion states. “Plaintiffs do not allege that McKendree’s actions were motivated by anything other than health and safety concerns.”
The defendant argues that while the plaintiffs seek reimbursement for receiving an education that was allegedly lesser in value than what they expected, the complaint does not allege that the university saved money by moving courses online.