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Oakland University bets on AI data center to give students a competitive edge -- not everyone agrees
News Clip2:35Click On Detroit | Local 4 | WDIV·Rochester, Oakland County, MI

Oakland University bets on AI data center to give students a competitive edge -- not everyone agrees

Oakland University's Board of Trustees has approved a plan to build an AI data center and institute on campus. The proposed site was shifted to address opposition and concerns about environmental impacts and proximity to a Native American heritage site. The project, a partnership with Fairmount Properties, now enters a due diligence phase.

6/26/2026
Oakland University board votes to advance campus data center project to due diligence phase
News ClipWXYZ Channel 7·Rochester, Oakland County, MI

Oakland University board votes to advance campus data center project to due diligence phase

Oakland University's board of trustees has voted to advance a proposed campus data center project into its due diligence phase. This phase will include an environmental study for an area near Lot 37 on campus. The project, developed by Fairmount Properties, has faced health and environmental concerns from students and former students.

6/26/2026
SVP Mackey addresses data center concerns in town hall meeting
News ClipThe Oakland Post·Rochester Hills, Oakland County, MI

SVP Mackey addresses data center concerns in town hall meeting

Oakland University administrators held a town hall meeting to outline early-stage plans for a proposed enterprise data center, not an AI data center, developed through a public-private partnership with Fairmount Properties. Senior Vice President Stephen W. Mackey addressed concerns from students and faculty regarding environmental impact, water usage, and potential strain on campus utilities. The project is currently in its initial feasibility phase, with no final decisions yet made.

4/1/2026