Frequently Asked Questions

Do we know if our campus supports going entirely smoke-free?

Yes. The study shows that the majority of students and the majority of employees support going entirely smoke-free. Nearly 70 percent of respondents to a survey of St. Scholastica students, faculty and staff are in support, including about one-quarter of smokers.

What is the definition of "tobacco free"?

The CSS tobacco-free policy defines tobacco products as cigarettes, cigars, pipes, smokeless tobacco and other tobacco products. Smoking tobacco is defined as the burning of any type of lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette, electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) or any other smoking equipment, whether filled with tobacco or any other type of material. Smokeless tobacco products are defined as snuff, chewing tobacco, dissolvable tobacco, smokeless pouches or other forms of loose leaf tobacco.

Can I still use smokeless tobacco?

No. Smokeless tobacco is not allowed under the tobacco free policy.

How do you propose enforcing this policy?

It is the responsibility of all faculty, staff and students in the College to contribute to an environment that is free of tobacco. Should violations of this policy occur, the student or employee shall be informed of the CSS Tobacco Use Policy [link to official policy page]. Should that person continue to violate the policy, the aggrieved party should contact the appropriate office; for College employees, that person's immediate supervisor; for students, to the Office of Student Affairs; and for those not associated with the College, Campus Security.

What about visitors or contractors that come to campus. Can they smoke here?

No. This policy would apply to everyone. There will abundant and visible campus signage regarding the policy.

Why don't you provide a "smoking shelter" or some designated place where smoking is allowed, such as in designated campus parking lots?

A designated smoking shelter or selecting areas that would allow smoking (such as in designated parking lots) would still result in mess cleanup associated with smoking and there would still be secondhand smoke.

What about the people who smoke? Don't they have a right to do so?

This policy does not force people to quit smoking.

Are there exceptions to this policy?

This policy does not apply to specific activities used in connection with the practice of cultural activities by the American Indians that are in accordance with the American Indian Religious Freedom Act, 42 USC, sections 1996 and 1996a. All ceremonial use exceptions must be approved in advance by the Facilities Services Department.

Are there cessation services available?

Yes. Visit the cessation services page for more information.