The recent suicide of a University of Florida student at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium has raised questions about whether the stadium should remain open for public use. Florida’s 89.1 WUFT-FM’s Brittany Bassler says many students aren’t keen on the idea of shutting the bleachers down.
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- The bleachers can also be a quiet study spot
- Students run “stadiums” to stay in shape
- Bleachers around Florida Field are often used by students

























