There are tons of windows and natural light in the common areas; the design is meant to encourage congregation there. The bedrooms are just for sleeping, dressing, and sex.
There is zero requirement to live in their housing. So what the hell are you going to sue them over?
There is a shortage of on-campus housing - do you understand that? That is what this project is trying to solve for in part.
If you live off campus - go for it! In fact, even if you WANT to live on campus you'll have to enter a lottery after year 1, they only usually can prioritize first year students. So trust me, if you don't like this housing, no one is going to make you pay for it, and they'll be happy to have you out.
This type of housing really works for folks who like working with others, getting along with others, making friends. And as someone who didn't get a single until senior year, being able to get it on without having folks walking through or in room will be seen as a MAJOR positive by students.
but i am expecting that noone should want to live in a room without windows, so some people are going to get the short straw.
of course i may be wrong and there are enough students who actually don't care, or even prefer it over the alternatives. however i fear that most of those are not aware of the downsides of a windowless room.
This type of housing really works for folks who like working with others, getting along with others, making friends.
that is not the point. i like working with others too. but waking up in complete darkness every day is not healthy. even if most students won't be harmed by it, some will.
sure, i understand the tradeoff you are making. and i expect many will if that's the only way to get some privacy. that is understandable.
but as a parent i would be worried sick if my kids would make that choice.
there is no reason a building has to be designed that way. it should be entirely possible to give everyone a small room with a window. how much personal space do you need to sleep? 4m² should be enough.