Smoke-Free Spaces

In recognition of the severe health risks associated with smoking and secondary smoke, and in the interests of promoting a healthy and smoke-free environment, all university buildings except for private residences were declared smoke-free, effective October 16, 2007.

The AUB smoking policy, which is published on the AUB web pages (http://pnp.aub.edu.lb/general/smoking), goes on to say that to prevent contamination of smoke-free areas by secondhand smoke, smoking is prohibited in the vicinity of windows and doorways of university buildings.

In addition, the following outdoor public spaces are designated "smoke-free," effective January 1, 2008:

a. Charles Hostler Center: all outdoor areas bounded by and/or in the immediate     vicinity of the athletic center and auditorium.

b. Green Field: the entire area of the Green Field, including the bleachers.

c. Van Dyck Building: courtyard.

d. Saab Medical Library: Plaza

e. Building 56: garden.

f. College Hall breeze-way and Jafet Plaza

The University intends to expand gradually "smoke-free" areas on campus, including in student dormitories.

Please help keep our campus clean and healthy by refraining from smoking except in designated areas and by disposing of cigarette butts in appropriate receptacles. We count on you to keep AUB the leader in all disciplines.