The green space where Berry Hall used to be is still a subject discussed to this day and causing some contention toward the college’s decisions regarding the space. 

Berry Hall was a dormitory that was erected 65 years ago, in 1960, as a co-ed dormitory. But as time went on, it became the cheapest dormitory on campus, causing many to flock to its halls.  

When Berry was being torn down, there were many who hoped it would be a parking lot. As the project finished the fall semester of 2025, it eventually became a green space, causing some disappointment.  

“Oh, I absolutely do not think the amount of parking works with the population on campus,” freshman Daniel Gannon said. “Sure, there are a lot of people that do get dropped off when their parents come and get them, but with the amount of students we have and the people who drive, it would be nice to have more parking.” 

So far the green space seems to be filled only with a few small trees, sparking the question of what is going to be done with that space. 

“The college currently plans to preserve the green space created by the demolition of Berry Hall until such time that the Strategic Plan or the Campus Master Plan calls for its development,” Director of College Relations Jay Collier said. 

According to waynedailynews.com, there is a ten-year master plan in place for the space. It will remain a green space until the college is able to obtain the funds to build something in that area. 

“I like that it is green space, but I am also slightly upset that they didn’t take advantage of that space for parking,” Gannon said.  

The college and the student perspectives differ on the subject. The administration of the college is trying to instill a plan for the long-term future, while there are students thinking of the now, causing them to feel like their needs are being overlooked.