The article highlights the challenges faced by college students in finding affordable housing, emphasizing the financial burdens of loans. It spotlights the West Grove commons, where a supportive communal living environment fosters connections among students. Furthermore, Lynne Riesselman of EHDD Architecture discusses the design intentions of new buildings, keeping the accessibility of health services in mind post-pandemic. The swift completion of the housing project within 25 months showcases the effectiveness of state funding and coordinated efforts among planners and builders to address pressing student housing needs.
"Even on campus, the housing is just really expensive and we do have to take out a good amount of loans to be able to afford to live here."
"There's sort of a raised awareness around the importance of mental and physical health, and so combining those pieces into a prominent building... really elevates those services."
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