Addressing Vape Product Use on College Campuses

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As students head to college campuses this August, the New York State Quitline encourages them to focus on their learning without the need for addictive vape products. Campus administrators and student health center staff play a critical role in maintaining vape-free environments and promoting resources for students to overcome nicotine addiction.

On Tuesday, July 28, 2026 and Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the New York State Quitline, partners from New York State’s Tobacco Control Program, college campus professionals, and young adults who overcame vape product use presented a two-part webinar series, titled, “Addressing Vape Product Use on College Campuses.”

Discussion topics included:

• New types of vape products and potential health harms
• Ways to create and/or enforce vape-free college campuses
• Challenges and tips for young adults to wean off vape products
• Free resources for college students to overcome nicotine addiction

PART 1: Creating and Maintaining Vape-Free College Campuses

PART 2: Supporting Students to Become Vape-Free