2. Dining Commons
Western New England University’s new 70,000-square-foot Dining Commons will also debut in the fall, showcasing three floors dedicated to foodservice, as well as a fourth floor offering meeting rooms and an outdoor terrace. Students on the Springfield, Mass., school’s meal plans or those who wish to pay a daily door fee will be able to visit the second and third floors, which will offer themed food stations such as Asian, Mediterranean and allergy-free.
The entry level will host a retail area with a Starbucks, a bakery, a grill and sandwich concept, and a private dining room for faculty and staff.