Resolution 05-14: NO SMOKELESS TOBACCO

Number 05-14
Description no smokeless tobacco inside buildings
Authored by Steven Hibbard
Sponsored by Johnny Gilpatrick
Date Submitted Thursday, February 17, 2005
Date Considered Tuesday, March 22, 2005
Committee Student Affairs
Result Implemented
Remarks IMPLEMENTED
Whereas Some students find it necessary to use smokeless tobacco during classes which requires spitting into a cup, or bottle; and
Whereas This often emits an unpleasant odor and can be accidentally tipped over staining the carpet, desks, and ruining papers and books; and
Whereas This is not only unattractive but very distracting to other students in the classroom; and
Whereas Food, and drink are not allowed in most classrooms, and smoking is not allowed within 25 feet of all UTA building entrances.
Be It Further Resolved That The use of Smokeless tobacco not be allowed inside UTA buildings, excluding residential areas.