Tobacco-Free Campus

A Commitment to a Healthier Campus

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point has long recognized the importance of providing a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment for students, employees, and visitors. After gathering feedback through a student referendum, faculty and staff surveys, open forums, and consultations with campus governance groups, UW-Stevens Point adopted a comprehensive Tobacco-Free Campus Policy effective August 25, 2014 becoming the first institution in the Universities of Wisconsin system to adopt such a policy.

UW-Stevens Point Policy

  • Use of tobacco products and E-cigarettes (e.g., vapes) are prohibited on all campus property, to include in academic buildings and residence halls, parking lots, Schmeeckele Reserve, UWSP field stations (e.g. CWES), or in UWSP vehicles. 
  • The policy applies to all students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the UW-Stevens Point campus.
  • The policy does not apply to sponsored research projects approved by the appropriate college dean.
  • The policy does not apply to the practice of cultural activities by American Indians that are in accordance with the American Indian Religious Freedom Act, 42 USC, sections 1996 and 1996a. Prior approval is required.
 

Help with Quitting

Quitting tobacco or nicotine (vaping) isn’t easy, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re thinking about quitting, ready to make a plan, or have already started, UW-Stevens Point offers resources to support you every step of the way. From personalized guidance and cessation counseling to information about nicotine replacement options and other tools, help is available to meet you where you are. Taking the first step can make a lasting difference for your health, well-being, and future.

 

Birthplace of Wellness

Influenced by John W. Travis and Donald B. Ardell, Bill Hettler, a staff physician at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point founded the annual National Wellness Conference at Stevens Point. Dr. Hettler encouraged people to look at multiple dimensions in their life, not to become focused on any one component, but all aspects of their life, and importantly how they spend their time. Thus, the Six Dimensions of Wellness model was founded, which later became seven. (pictured: Bill Hettler with Don Ardell, John Travis and Robert F. Allen.)