Smoke Free Environment:

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi maintains a smoke-free environment to protect the health of students, faculty, and staff. An ad hoc committee comprised of faculty, staff and students was formed to review TAMU-CC Rule 34.05.99.C1-Smoke-Free Environment, and to make recommendations for revisions as appropriate.

The committee recommended that in addition to prohibiting smoking in University buildings and vehicles, the rule be revised to also prohibit smoking within 25 feet of doorways and semi-enclosed walkways including the campus “spine,” and in memorial plazas (Lee Plaza, Center for Instruction Courtyard, and the Garcia Plaza).

This change has been approved by the administration and as such you will begin to see additional “No Smoking” signs and changes in the location of smoking urns/receptacles.

In addition, areas at least 25 feet away from doorways and protected by an overhang are being identified and outdoor furniture and smoking urns will be placed in these locations.

Your cooperation in complying with this rule change is greatly appreciated!

If you have any questions, contact the Environmental Health and Safety office at ext. 5555

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