As Belmont University joins Nashville in its celebration of Earth Hour on March 28, Campus Security would like to remind all students, faculty and staff of important safety precautions. All non-essential lighting will be turned off for this event, and areas on campus and throughout Nashville may be significantly darker during this hour. If you plan to participate in an a celebration on campus or downtown, please be advised that you should arrive at your intended location prior to 8:30 p.m. and plan to stay there for the duration of the hour-long period. You may also want to bring an alternative light source, such as a candle or flashlight.

Several unrelated events will also be occurring on campus during the Earth Hour celebration. These events will continue as planned, and Campus Security will be providing additional staff in those areas as needed. Please keep in mind that Belmont’s Office of Campus Security offers an escort service on campus, and it’s important to use the buddy system whether on or off campus. This is a good idea any time it is dark, but especially when lights are dimmed or off.