Penn State to Adopt Tobacco-Free Policy Across all Campuses

Penn State announced that the University will move to become tobacco and smoke-free across all campuses beginning with a launch in fall 2018.

(Source: http://news.psu.edu/story/517090/2018/04/19/campus-life/penn-state-adopt-tobacco-free-policy-across-all-campuses)

The use of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, smokeless tobacco, all nicotine delivery devices and other tobacco products will be prohibited across all University-owned or leased properties, facilities and vehicles. As part of Penn State's strategic priority to enhance health and wellness, the University is committed to the health and well-being of its students, employees and visitors. Penn State is the 11th school in the Big Ten Conference to implement such a policy.

“The health of our faculty, staff and students is a top priority for the University, and this is an important step toward providing a safe and clean learning and working environment,” said President Eric J. Barron. “I am pleased to announce this policy change, which was a true collaboration and recommendation from our students, faculty, staff and administration.”

The new tobacco-free policy will allow nonsmokers to avoid exposure to second-hand smoke. Simultaneously, campuses will offer support for individuals who are current tobacco users and those who may be working toward quitting. More information about University-supported resources and programs will be forthcoming.