Breathing Easier
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If the air seems a little clearer on the UT Arlington campus, your eyes鈥攁nd nose鈥攁ren鈥檛 deceiving you. On Aug. 1 the University became tobacco free. Following almost two years of campus-wide discussion and planning, the University instituted the policy, which prohibits the use of tobacco products anywhere on campus, including outdoors. 鈥淭he use of tobacco is a serious issue that affects the health and well-being of our entire University community,鈥� President James D. Spaniolo says. 鈥淯T Arlington is taking an active and positive step toward creating a healthier environment for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors.鈥� For those wanting to quit using tobacco, the University offers a series of free cessation education courses.