Document Number:
WELL-0001
Document Owner:
Wellness Services
Revision #:
v1.0
Status:
Approved

General Description

Policy Summary:

This policy prohibits tobacco use on campus.  

Purpose:

The  purpose of this policy is to make Trinity University a tobacco-free campus.

Scope:

This policy applies to all members of the Trinity Community, as well as guests to campus. 

Exceptions:

None. 

Policy Content

The use of any tobacco product is prohibited on university property. This policy applies to all indoor areas including residence halls and administrative buildings, outdoor areas including playing fields, parking lots, streets and sidewalks, walking trails, vehicles and construction sites.

The tobacco prohibition includes, but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, snuff, chewing tobacco and any other products usually identified with tobacco use. The use of tobacco products involves the smoking, dipping, chewing, or any other method of ingesting the chemicals contained in tobacco products. This prohibition includes e-cigarettes and vaping. 

Trinity cooperation in the implementation and enforcement of this policy is essential for a successful Tobacco-Free Campus. We all share the responsibility for adhering to and enforcing this policy.

Performance Evaluation

Consequences of Policy Violation:

Violations of this policy will be treated in accordance with general campus disciplinary procedures.

Revision Management

Revision History Log:

Revision #:

Date:

Recorded By:
v1.0 7/16/2019 10:54 AM Christina Castillo

 

Vice President Approval:

Enter Vice President(s) that are responsible for approving this document

Name:

Title:
Sheryl Tynes Vice President for Student Life