Buildings & Grounds

Smoking

Carleton College recognizes that using tobacco products is harmful to the health of tobacco users and that exposure to second-hand smoke poses a health risk to non-smokers. The College complies with all applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to smoking.

Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes (which includes vapes, pens, hookah, etc.) is prohibited in all indoor spaces. Designated smoking areas outdoors are available. Those who smoke must be at least 50 feet from building entrances, exits, ground floor windows, and areas around air intake vents.

Student Violations

Students who violate any aspect of the smoking policy will receive disciplinary sanctions and life safety fines.
Minimum fines are:

  • First violation: $250 fine/per person
  • Second violation: $500 fine/per person
  • Third violation: $1,000 fine/per person

Any student found in violation of the Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy (e.g., marijuana) may also be found in violation of the smoking policy.

Last Revised: April 16, 2024

Smoking Policy adopted February 1996.

Approved by College Council, May 2002. Approved by the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees June 2002.

Revision approved by College Council February 23, 2004. Approved by the Board of Trustees June 2004.

Reviewed and updated August 2011.

For: Faculty, Staff, Students

Last Reviewed: February 5, 2024

Maintained by: Human Resources