Smoke-Free Colleges
In Santa Clara County, and across the country, smoking rates remain the highest among young adults. As this demographic make up a large proportion of college students, smoking and secondhand smoke issues are becoming a hot topic at local campuses. Breathe California of the Bay Area actively advocates and works with local colleges to adopt smoking policies which will protect their student body and promote a healthier learning environment. These activities include:
For more information or to help in our efforts, please contact Michelle Lam at [email protected] or call our office: 408-998-5865.
- Assessing student attitudes on smoking and campus smoking policies
- Providing assistance to student groups to craft, implement and publicize new policies
- Leading anti-tobacco awareness activities on campus and provide educational resources pertaining to smoking among young adults
For more information or to help in our efforts, please contact Michelle Lam at [email protected] or call our office: 408-998-5865.
