The campus' tobacco-free policy will include all forms of tobacco, including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaporizing devices, electronic cigarettes and smokeless tobacco products.
WKCTC’s decision to go tobacco-free will fall in line with Gov. Steve Beshear’s September executive order that encourages all state and local government facilities, public and private school districts, universities, and businesses to consider limiting use of tobacco products on their properties. WKCTC faculty and staff passed the proposal in October.
In preparation for August, the college is offering a variety of cessation classes in spring 2015 to promote the health and well-being of its students, faculty and staff. “We want to help make the transition easier for everyone on campus to become and stay tobacco-free,” said Tammy Thompson, WKCTC public relations coordinator.
The cessation classes are free and open WKCTC students, faculty, staff and the community. All classes will be held in the college’s Crounse Hall, Room 101 unless otherwise noted.
Plan to be Tobacco-Free Jamie Smith, Kentucky Cancer Program
Thursday, February 5, 9 a.m.
Wednesday, March 11, 11 a.m.
Monday, April 13, 6 p.m. - Rosenthal Hall, Room 111
Stress Management: Essential Oils & Healthy Eating Habits Yolanda Heath, Heath Health Foods
Wednesday, February 18, 11 a.m.
Thursday, February 19, 6 p.m.
Stress Management: Behavior Modification for a Healthy Weight Leslie Page, WKCTC Psychology Instructor
Wednesday, March 4, 11 a.m.
Tuesday, March 24, 6 p.m.
Stress Management: Yoga Techniques to Reduce Stress Suzi Renaud, The Yoga Room
Wednesday, April 8, 11 a.m. – Haws Gymnasium Tuesday, April 21, 6 p.m. – Haws Gymnasium
