This will be an educational fundraising gala meant primarily to illuminate campus sexual violence and raise funds for the Clery Center. There will be prizes like Hotel Bethlehem brunch tickets, artwork, gift baskets, and more for those who enter into our drawing. Finger food and desserts will be served!
Dr. John Smeaton, Lehigh's Dean of Students during the Jeanne Clery incident, will speak along with Jessica Mertz, Executive Director of the Clery Center. There will be informational tables held by Lehigh's GVES office and the Crime Victims Council of the Lehigh Valley. While attendees will hopefully include students from all walks of life, we hope that the men especially leave the Blue Light Ball having learned something new about the Clery Center, how important it is for our university's history, and how they can prevent sexual and other forms of violence on campus and beyond.
The Blue Light Ball will be in the Lamberton Hall great room on April 28th, 2023 from 8 pm 10 pm. Entry will be $10 at the door, and donations will be suggested for those want to enter the prize drawing. We hope to see you there!