MEMO: Feedback wanted on Columbia University’s proposed tobacco policy change
Members of Journalism School Community:
In 2008, following inquiries from the NYC Health Commissioner and changes to New York State law, Columbia University convened a tobacco workgroup to consider changes to the University tobacco policies. The group, made up of student and staff representative from 12 different schools and departments, has investigated best practices for tobacco policy on college campuses around the country. The workgroup has forwarded a set of recommendations, including a proposal to prohibit smoking in within the gated areas considered the core of campus. As a part of this policy consideration, we are soliciting feedback from students, faculty, and staff. We invite you to visit the following website to review the proposal (including maps and proposed designated smoking areas) and provide confidential feedback: http://www.columbia.edu/cu/studentservices/docs/smoking/index.html
In addition to providing comments via this website, you may also elect to attend one of the following four open forum feedback sessions:
· Tuesday, April 21, 2009 from 12:00 – 1:00pm in Lerner 477
· Friday, April 24, 2009 from 12:00 – 1:00pm in Lerner 568
· Wednesday, April 29, 2009 from 5:00 – 6:00pm in Lerner 569
· Thursday, April 30, 2009 from 5:00 – 6:00pm in Lerner 569
Following this feedback period, the proposal and community comments will be forwarded to University administration for consideration. A decision on the proposal is expected to be made during the summer of 2009. If you have additional questions or comments, please email Michael McNeil at mm3117@columbia.edu. Thank you in advance for your feedback.
