CNM is Smoke Free

Central New Mexico Community College is a smoke-free institution and provides a healthy environment in which to learn and work.

Warning sign emphasizing "No Smoking", except in designated areas.CNM is committed to wellness, prevention, and providing a healthy environment in which to learn, work, and visit. Therefore, smoking and the use of tobacco-related products of any kind, to include e-cigarettes, are prohibited on all CNM campuses except in designated smoking areas.

Designated smoking areas are identified by signs and markings on the sidewalk/pavement, and can be found on campus maps. There are designated smoking areas at all CNM locations.

This provision honors CNM's sincere commitment to the physical and social well-being of its students, faculty, and staff. This amendment to CNM policies is written in compliance with the Dee Johnson Clean Indoor Act and established by the Governing Board.

This tobacco / tobacco products policy is incorporated into the Student Code of Conduct and the Employee Handbook and is enforceable as provided therein.

CNM recognizes the addictive nature of nicotine and tobacco products and is committed to assisting its community in adjusting to life without tobacco.