Oakland University debates AI institute, data center proposal for Parking Lot 35
News Clip2:53Click On Detroit | Local 4 | WDIV·Rochester, Oakland County, MI·2/19/2026
Oakland University is considering a proposal to build an AI institute and data center on the campus, located in Parking Lot 35. The proposal is dividing the campus community, with some students opposing the plan.
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The possible home for an AI institute and data center. Thursday night, the campus is sharply divided over whether to put out the welcome mat. Oakland University administrators say a data center aligns with their strategic goals. It would be located in parking lot 35, just off Pioneer Drive at Squirrel Road. The students you spoke to had a lot to say.