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Weigel Health Promotions will provide an educational workshop on the tobacco-free policy on Friday, January 31, at 2:00 p.m. in Caudell Hall 116. This workshop and training is offered to all students, faculty, and staff members who would like more information about the tobacco-free policy and how to approach and educate others. Registration is appreciated but not required: e-mail Paula A. Madrigal.

Those who complete the training will learn how to talk about the policy, the history, and the purpose. After completing the training, attendees will have the knowledge and skills to approach others (including those in violation of the policy, should they so choose) and have a respectful and appropriate conversation with them about the policy. Any student, staff, or faculty member may sign up for this training.

Trainings are about 90 minutes long and are held monthly. The following training sessions are scheduled:

Friday, January 31
2:00–3:30 p.m.
Caudell Hall 116

Friday, February 28
3:30–5:00 p.m.
Cleveland Hall 418

Certificates will be provided upon completion of the training for anyone who would like to sign up as an ambassador of the tobacco-free policy.

Tobacco-free ambassadors will help promote the tobacco-free policy by taking an active role in informing people that a tobacco-free policy is in effect. A large majority of Buffalo State students and employees support a tobacco-free environment, so we are inviting volunteers to be trained in effective ways to speak up when they see tobacco being used. To volunteer, please fill out this online form. If you have questions, please call the Health Promotions Office at ext. 4719.

All those who complete the training, especially ambassadors, are encouraged to return to future trainings to discuss their experiences when addressing this topic with others and to provide advice and insight to new ambassadors and others.

To request this training for a class or group, please complete and submit this form: Tobacco-Free Workshop

Please note: The policy is not up for discussion or debate in these trainings. This is an educational opportunity where information, skills, and resources will be reviewed and questions answered. If you have any questions, please contact Paula A. Madrigal.