To ensure the safety of the students, faculty, staff, visitors and buildings on campus, it is important that everyone knows and respects the NMSU Smoking Policy.
The New Mexico State University Fire Department would like to remind you about when and where it is acceptable to smoke or vape.
- Smoking/vaping is permitted on campus, but you must be at least 25 feet away from any of the buildings entrances and exits and at least 50 feet from any area containing flammable materials.
- Smoking/vaping is prohibited in or at all enclosed buildings and facilities including classrooms, offices, food service venues and lavatories.
- Absolutely no smoking/vaping is permitted in any enclosed campus facility or vehicles owned, leased or rented by the university.
- Smoking/vaping is not permitted in dorm rooms or any campus housing.
If you do smoke on campus, please make sure to dispose of your cigarette butts properly. There are several ashtrays located outside NMSU facilities. When disposing of the butts be sure that they have been extinguished before you leave them.
Adverse health effects are associated with active smoking/vaping and with exposure to second-hand smoke. A number of programs are available to educate our community about the hazards of smoking/vaping as well as information and services to help people quit. In addition to consulting with their own health care providers, students, faculty and staff may visit https://smokefree.gov/ or https://teen.smokefree.gov/quit-vaping.