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Solar Sunday at UT ahead of total solar eclipse

Organizers for an upcoming event at UT helped viewers prepare to watch this summer's total solar eclipse.

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People are getting excited about the upcoming total solar eclipse on August 21, but experts at UT want to make sure everyone enjoys the rare event safely.

They are hosting Solar Sunday events on campus before the eclipse to help you make the most of your watching experience.

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An example of what to look for when purchasing or receiving a pair of eclipse glasses. The only correct option are ones that meet ISO 12312-2 requirements (see left) and are "CE" certified (right).

Guests are invited to the roof of the Alvin H. Nielsen Physics Building on July 30 and August 6 to observe the sun and learn how to safely watch the eclipse. They will also visit the planetarium to view a simulation of the eclipse. The event is scheduled from 3 - 4:30 p.m., and is weather permitting.

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The physics building is located on "The Hill" at 1408 Circle Drive. Parking is available in the White Avenue Garage.

State capitols in the path of the total solar eclipse: Salem, Ore.; Lincoln, Neb.; Jefferson City, Mo.; Nashville, Tenn.; and Columbia, S.C. The optimal viewing time is given for each. (Map source: Deborah Riddle, CICS-NC and NOAA NCEI)

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The total solar eclipse is set to happen on August 21.