For stadium regulars, closing is the wrong move

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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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Bleachers around Florida Field are often used by students

The bleachers can also be a quiet study spot

Students run “stadiums” to stay in shape

About Brittany Bassler

Brittany is a reporter for WUFT News and can be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.

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