Light Pollution Outreach Event

Morehead State University physics faculty and students will host a hands-on light pollution education outreach event on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the Rowan County Public Library.

Faculty members Kevin Adkins, Jennifer Birriel, John Waite and Ignacio Birriel, along with MSU students, will lead an interactive investigation into light pollution, its negative effects and practical ways to reduce it. Attendees will use tabletop kits to explore how different types of lighting impact nighttime conditions and test potential solutions.

The event is free and open to the public!

College of Science and Engineering

The College of Science and Engineering offers personalized attention and the opportunity to conduct research in natural, health, agricultural, mathematics, and engineering sciences. From the prestigious Space Science Center to the Derrickson Agricultural Complex, our cutting-edge facilities give students the real-world knowledge and experience to succeed. 

Find more information by emailing dsci@moreheadstate.edu or calling 606-783-2626.