Why did CPCC decide to become a tobacco-free College?
Tobacco is a medically-proven health risk, and an increasing number of schools, colleges, universities, public facilities, private businesses, and work-places are becoming tobacco-free. CPCC believes that tobacco-free campuses model healthy behaviors and offer individuals of all ages a healthier place to learn, work and visit. Question: When will the new Tobacco-Free College policy be implemented? Answer: CPCC be become 100% tobacco-free on January 2, 2010. This is the same day that the new state-wide ban on smoking in restaurants and bars comes into effect across North Carolina. Question: What about smokeless tobacco? Answer: All forms of tobacco, including smokeless tobacco, will be prohibited from CPCC campuses. Question: Will all CPCC campuses be tobacco-free? Answer: Yes. Tobacco will be prohibited on all College property, including all grounds, buildings, facilities, parking lots, and College-owned vehicles. Question: Will the Tobacco-Free College policy apply to campus visitors
