there are Trek FX 7.3 and 7.5 in a disc Brake version,
Adding disc brakes improves wet weather braking
as the wheel edge is continually getting wetted in the puddles,
and drying the surface of the rim is step 1 of getting the friction to stop the bike..
racks, kickstands mudguards and head and taillights all add to the year round functionality.
and good locking system,
[more important , if working in a College area.. ]