As of Jan. 1, smoking and tobacco use, as well as the use of all e-cigarettes and vaping devices, are prohibited throughout Skidmore College property, including outdoor areas and on-campus residential properties. However, the college now has the responsibility of educating the Skidmore community and providing resources for users who wish to quit.
Read moreSkidmore Prepares for Smoke-Free Campus
The Skidmore community recently got updates concerning the campus’ goal to become smoke-free and tobacco-free by Jan. 1, 2019. The policy will apply to all students, faculty, staff and visitors to the campus, and a failure to comply may result in a penalty.
Read moreAdministrative Talk of Tobacco Policy is Hot Air
It was after hearing from the administration that we now understand the dim future of public health on this campus.
Read moreThe Tobacco Policy Has Gone Up In Smoke
This year, more than in the last couple, smoking on campus is seemingly on the rise. Although Skidmore does have a smoking policy that was instituted in November of 2013, the policy’s implementation and enforcement appears to be lost.
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