The field lights from Hughes Stadium have been the cause of controversy for City College athletics and astronomy departments.
Informal agreements made by physics (which houses astronomy) and athletic department heads after the Hughes renovation have led to scheduling solutions that largely prevent stadium light pollution from coinciding with astronomy labs during weekdays.
However, according to City College Astronomy Coordinator & Professor of Astronomy Liam McDaid, weekend observatory events remain largely restricted due to Friday and Saturday night stadium games.
Hughes Stadium’s new lighting system, part of a renovation completed September scatters light from six towers out and upward. Though aimed at an angle more downward than the previous set of lights, the combined 147 light bulbs shine brighter and prevent visibility of most night sky objects from Rodda South’s third floor observatory, McDaid said.
“The problem is that the lights shine directly on the observatory,” McDaid said. “Unless [my class and I] are looking at the moon maybe, there’s nothing I can do.”
On the other hand, City College Dean of Athletics Mitch Campbell said the Hughes lighting system is necessary for optimum visibility and safety conditions.
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“It is extremely dangerous to err on the side of too little light,” Campbell said. “We have to ensure that there is enough light for the safety of the student athletes in an event.”
Student perspectives on the matter vary.
City College student and former football player Jesse Palnikov said viewing the night sky during a game would be frustrating, but he also understands the importance of the lights for players.
“It would make me want to chuck a stone at [the lights],” Palnikov said. According to Palnikov, dark spots can affect an athlete’s performance, making lighting important.
“In terms of a player’s perspective, light is crucial, especially in sports,” said Palnikov.
