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Lipscomb Sued by 11 Students Over Dorm Conditions

Posted by: Azya Thornton on Jan 12, 2026

Nashville-based Lipscomb University is facing a lawsuit from 11 students who say they became ill from black mold in their dorm rooms. According to the Nashville Post, the lawsuit, filed Jan. 7 in Davidson County Circuit Court, alleges that “persistent condensation, damp air, musty odors and unexplained illness” have harmed the students’ quality of life. The plaintiffs claim the university continued assigning female students to dorms despite knowing about poor ventilation and recurring mold problems. The students are seeking $14.5 million in damages. In a statement, the university said, “Lipscomb University takes these allegations seriously, and we are deeply committed to the well-being of our students. Based on our initial review, this case is egregiously overstated. Lipscomb University has established and follows strict protocols, consistent with EPA guidance and industry standards, for addressing suspected mold concerns.”