The lighting feature
Ulster University’s campuses comprise some of the most iconic buildings in Northern Ireland. Our Derry~Londonderry, Coleraine and Belfast campuses all have, alongside essential operational lighting, an external lighting system which allows certain buildings to be lit in a single (including blackout) or multi-colour wash.
This lighting feature has the potential to enhance spaces and allow the University to recognise important occasions and participate in celebrations and commemorations with the wider community.
Ulster University is committed to increasing our impact on society and playing our part as a university which addresses both regional and global challenges. One way we can do this, is through illuminating our campus buildings across the region to raise awareness of key issues and campaigns.
We will be lighting up our campus buildings for the following occasions each year:
| Date | Observance | Colour |
|---|---|---|
| 8 March | International Women’s Day | Purple |
| 17 March | St Patrick’s Day | Green |
| 28 June | Global Pride Day | Rainbow |
| 12 July | Twelfth of July | Purple |
| 27 July to 28 July | Pride | Rainbow |
| 10 October | Mental Wellbeing | Purple |
| 31 October | Halloween | Orange and purple |
| 3 December | UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities | Purple |
| From 22 December | Christmas | Red and green |
Requesting to light up our buildings
University staff and students, as well as registered charities, public-sector bodies, and community or other non-profit making organisations can put in a request for a building illumination using the form below.
Please read our guidelines carefully before submitting a request.
All requests need to be submitted at least four weeks before the date of the observance.
Each request will be evaluated by the University and a decision made as soon as possible.
