Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) has had a smoke-free policy since 18 March 2021, and the policy reviewed on 31 March 2025 kept the entire campus smoke-free throughout 2025. The original announcement of 18 March 2021 made all areas under the University’s care smoke-free but still allowed units to designate specific smoking areas. The review on 31 March 2025 turned it into a fully smoke-free campus policy with no designated smoking areas, and added smoking cessation support, compliance monitoring and periodic review.
Smoke-free Campus Policy (reviewed on 31 March 2025)
Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) has a smoke-free policy that makes the entire campus smoke-free. The Srinakharinwirot University Announcement on a Smoke-free Campus and Protection from Tobacco Smoke B.E. 2568 (A.D. 2025) was announced on 31 March B.E. 2568 (A.D. 2025), so the policy was reviewed within the period 2022–2026 and was in place in 2025. This announcement is the review of the University’s original smoke-free policy of 18 March 2021 (Section B). Under Clause 3, the smoke-free designation covers all indoor and outdoor areas under the University’s administration and control, including academic buildings, classrooms, laboratories, libraries, offices, student residences and dormitories, sports and recreational areas, gardens, walkways, courtyards, entrances and University-operated transportation and waiting areas. The policy states that no designated smoking areas shall be established or permitted within the University’s smoke-free premises.
Smoking is prohibited for students, academic and administrative personnel, contractors, visitors, service users and all other people entering University premises. Hospitals, clinics, demonstration schools, childcare centres and other healthcare or educational facilities run by the University are kept smoke-free, and all University-operated vehicles are smoke-free. The policy also requires clear smoke-free signage at entrances, buildings, common areas and vehicles, tobacco prevention and smoking cessation support, a ban on tobacco industry sponsorship and promotion on campus, monitoring of compliance with channels for reporting violations, periodic review, and publication of the signed policy on the University’s website.
SRINAKHARINWIROT UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY POLICY ANNOUNCEMENT ON A SMOKE-FREE CAMPUS AND PROTECTION FROM TOBACCO SMOKE B.E. 2568 (A.D. 2025)
Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) recognizes the importance of protecting the health and well-being of students, academic and administrative personnel, visitors, and the wider university community from the harmful effects of tobacco smoke and secondhand smoke.
The University is committed to establishing and maintaining a comprehensive Smoke-free Policy that promotes a healthy, safe, and sustainable educational and working environment. This commitment includes the designation of the entire university campus as a smoke-free environment (Smoking-free Campus), encompassing indoor and outdoor areas under the University’s administration and control.
This Policy aims to prevent exposure to tobacco smoke, promote public health, encourage tobacco cessation, and contribute to Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being).
In accordance with the Tobacco Products Control Act B.E. 2560 (2017), applicable Ministry of Public Health regulations, and the Srinakharinwirot University Act B.E. 2559 (2016), and subject to the relevant provisions governing the Rector’s authority, Srinakharinwirot University hereby establishes the following Policy.
Clause 1. Title
This Announcement shall be referred to as the “Srinakharinwirot University Announcement on a Smoke-free Campus and Protection from Tobacco Smoke, B.E. 2568 (A.D. 2025).”
Clause 2. Effective Date
This Policy shall come into effect on the date of its official announcement, following approval by the authorized University authority.
Clause 3. University-wide Smoke-free Policy
Srinakharinwirot University shall establish and maintain a comprehensive smoke-free campus across all University premises, including all indoor and outdoor areas under the University’s administration and control.
The smoke-free designation shall apply to, but shall not be limited to:
3.1 Academic buildings, classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and research facilities.
3.2 Administrative offices, meeting rooms, and workplaces.
3.3 Student residences, dormitories, and student activity buildings.
3.4 Sports facilities, recreational areas, gardens, and open spaces.
3.5 Walkways, courtyards, entrances, exits, and common areas.
3.6 University-operated transportation services and designated waiting areas.
3.7 Other premises and facilities under the University’s administration and control.
No designated smoking areas shall be established or permitted within the University’s smoke-free premises.
The implementation of this Clause shall be subject to applicable laws and the University’s authority over the relevant premises.
Clause 4. Prohibition of Smoking
Smoking shall be prohibited throughout the smoke-free premises specified in Clause 3.
This prohibition applies to students, academic and administrative personnel, contractors, visitors, service users, and all other individuals entering University premises.
The use of tobacco products that generate smoke or emissions shall be prohibited within the designated smoke-free premises.
Electronic cigarettes and related products shall be regulated in accordance with applicable Thai laws and University requirements.
Clause 5. Protection of Healthcare and Educational Facilities
All hospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities, demonstration schools, childcare centres, early childhood development centres, playgrounds, and other educational or healthcare facilities administered by the University shall be maintained as smoke-free environments.
Such facilities shall comply with all applicable legal requirements concerning smoke-free areas, including any prescribed smoke-free buffer zones around entrances and exits.
Clause 6. Smoke-free University Transportation
All University-operated vehicles used for transporting students, personnel, and other authorized passengers shall be smoke-free.
University-operated bus stops, transportation waiting areas, and related facilities located within University premises shall also be maintained as smoke-free environments.
Clause 7. Responsibilities of University Units
All faculties, colleges, institutes, schools, centres, offices, and administrative units shall be responsible for implementing and maintaining the University’s Smoke-free Policy within their respective areas of responsibility.
Relevant units shall:
7.1 Ensure that smoking is prohibited within their designated premises.
7.2 Maintain appropriate smoke-free signs and notices.
7.3 Communicate the University’s Smoke-free Policy to students, personnel, visitors, and service users.
7.4 Take appropriate measures to prevent and address violations in accordance with applicable laws and University regulations.
7.5 Encourage active participation by students and personnel in maintaining a smoke-free campus environment.
Clause 8. Smoke-free Signage and Public Communication
The University shall ensure that clear and visible smoke-free signs are displayed at appropriate locations, including:
8.1 Main University entrances and exits.
8.2 Entrances and exits of academic and administrative buildings.
8.3 Common areas and shared facilities.
8.4 Outdoor recreational spaces, courtyards, and student activity areas.
8.5 University-operated vehicles and transportation waiting areas.
8.6 Other appropriate locations throughout University premises.
All smoke-free signs shall comply with applicable Ministry of Public Health regulations and relevant legal requirements.
Clause 9. Tobacco Prevention, Awareness, and Cessation Support
SWU shall promote educational and awareness-raising activities to prevent tobacco use and reduce exposure to tobacco smoke.
The University shall encourage initiatives that support smoking cessation and healthy lifestyles among students and personnel.
Such initiatives may include:
9.1 Public health campaigns concerning the harmful effects of tobacco use and secondhand smoke.
9.2 Educational activities promoting tobacco-free lifestyles.
9.3 Information and referral services for individuals seeking smoking cessation support.
9.4 Collaboration with healthcare professionals and relevant public health organizations.
Clause 10. Restrictions on Tobacco Industry Promotion and Sponsorship
University units shall not accept financial support, gifts, or other benefits from tobacco manufacturers or distributors for the purpose of advertising, promoting, or encouraging tobacco consumption within University premises.
The advertising, marketing, or promotional sale of tobacco products within University premises shall be prohibited in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Clause 11. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Compliance
SWU shall promote systematic monitoring and evaluation of the implementation and effectiveness of its Smoke-free Policy.
Monitoring activities may include:
11.1 Assessing compliance with smoke-free requirements across University premises.
11.2 Inspecting the availability and visibility of smoke-free signage.
11.3 Monitoring tobacco prevention and awareness-raising activities.
11.4 Providing appropriate channels for reporting suspected violations of the Smoke-free Policy.
11.5 Reviewing implementation challenges and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Relevant University units shall maintain appropriate records of policy implementation, monitoring activities, and corrective measures.
Clause 12. Public Availability and Evidence of Implementation
SWU shall promote transparency and public accessibility by publishing its official Smoke-free Policy through the University’s website or other publicly accessible communication channels.
Publicly available evidence may include:
12.1 The officially approved and signed Smoke-free Policy Announcement.
12.2 Information describing the University’s campus-wide smoke-free requirements.
12.3 Records or reports concerning policy implementation and compliance.
12.4 Public health promotion and tobacco prevention activities.
12.5 Information concerning policy reviews, amendments, and implementation updates.
Such information shall be made publicly accessible, subject to applicable legal and institutional requirements.
Clause 13. Policy Review and Continuous Improvement
The University shall periodically review this Policy to ensure its continued relevance, effectiveness, and compliance with applicable laws and public health requirements.
A formal review shall also be undertaken when significant changes occur in relevant legislation, institutional circumstances, or public health guidance.
The University shall maintain appropriate documentation of the Policy’s original approval date, subsequent reviews, and any amendments.
Clause 14. Implementation Authority
The Rector of Srinakharinwirot University shall be responsible for overseeing the implementation of this Announcement.
Any questions concerning the interpretation or implementation of this Policy shall be addressed in accordance with applicable laws, University regulations, and the Rector’s lawful authority.
Announced on: 31 March B.E. 2568 (A.D. 2025)
Sources:
1. Smoke-Free Policy https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rfnjrO4tmIA9uwpKxe0v_uHCtzmfMu8H/view
2. https://rankings.swu.ac.th/swu-sdgs/sdg-3/336
Complete ban on smoking within all university-owned or controlled properties
The Smoke-free Policy declares all areas within the University and those under its supervision as smoke-free, except for specifically designated smoking areas that must comply with national tobacco control regulations. This includes hospitals, clinics, health service facilities, demonstration schools, childcare centres, playgrounds, and a 5-metre radius from all entrances and exits, as well as university welfare shuttle buses and their waiting areas. Faculties and units are required to classify their areas as smoke-free in line with the Thai Tobacco Products Control Act.
Educational campaigns to inform students and staff about the risks associated with smoking
In 2026, SWU joined the project "Expanding the Network of Health-Promoting Universities through a Health Information System (Uni-Health Platform)" as a Flagship university, in partnership with the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth) and Chiang Mai University (Agreement No. 69-E1-0166). Overseen by the Vice Presidents for Human Resources and for Student Affairs, the project uses an online health behavior survey to screen and monitor the health risks of students and staff, including smoking, with the aim of reducing the number of smokers and drinkers. From May to July 2026, 1,535 people (1,211 students and 324 staff) completed the survey. The results provide the University's baseline data on tobacco use and are being analyzed by faculty and target group to design tobacco prevention and cessation activities and to track changes in health behavior against the baseline.
Figure: ผลการสำรวจพฤติกรรมการสูบบุหรี่ของบุคลากรและนิสิต จากการสำรวจ Uni-Health Platform
Source:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S55keyYZclmUAu_csDUvKPeCeAj2AE9t/view?usp=sharing
Educational campaigns to inform students and staff about the risks associated with smoking
In line with Clause 9 of the Smoke-free Campus Announcement B.E. 2568 (2025), which commits SWU to campaigns on the harms of tobacco and secondhand smoke, the Faculty of Physical Education organized the project "Campaign to Reduce and Quit Smoking for Good Health on Campus" in 2026, with funding and technical support from the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth). The project aimed to build knowledge and understanding of the dangers of cigarettes and e-cigarettes, raise awareness of their effects on individual and public health, and encourage respect for the rights of others in shared spaces. Speakers included Dr. Anong Hansakul of the Department of Public Health, Faculty of Physical Education, and healthcare staff from the Fah Sai Clinic for smoking cessation at the University's medical center. Students took part in a range of interactive activities, including a smoking model demonstration, a "quit smoking wall", knowledge quizzes and a smoke-free coloring activity, designed to strengthen health literacy and encourage behavior change. The project, publicized on 2 May 2026, achieved its objectives and contributes to the University's goal of becoming a sustainably smoke-free campus. The University-wide Uni-Health Platform survey in May–July 2026, completed by 1,535 students and staff, further encouraged participants to reflect on their own smoking behavior.
Figure: “Campaign to Reduce and Quit Smoking for Good Health on Campus”, Faculty of Physical Education, with speakers from the Department of Public Health and the Fah Sai smoking cessation clinic, 2026
Source: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Gz2tyqJKv/
Prohibition of tobacco-related advertisements on campus
SWU prohibits all tobacco-related advertising and promotion on its premises. Clause 10 of the Srinakharinwirot University Announcement on a Smoke-free Campus and Protection from Tobacco Smoke B.E. 2568 (2025), signed by the President on 31 March 2025, states that the advertising, marketing or promotional sale of tobacco products within University premises is prohibited, in accordance with the Tobacco Products Control Act B.E. 2560 (2017). The same clause also prohibits indirect promotion: no faculty, college, institute or office may accept financial support, gifts or any other benefits from tobacco manufacturers or distributors for the purpose of advertising, promoting or encouraging tobacco use within University premises.
Figure: Clause 10 of the SWU Smoke-free Campus Announcement B.E. 2568 prohibiting tobacco advertising, marketing and industry sponsorship
Source: https://rankings.swu.ac.th/swu-sdgs/sdg-3/336
Counseling and referral services for smoking cessation available to students and staff
Under Clause 9.3–9.4 of the Smoke-free Campus Announcement B.E. 2568 (2025), SWU provides smoking cessation support for students and staff in collaboration with healthcare professionals. The University's dedicated service is the Fah Sai Clinic and Bronchial Disease Clinic, located on the 2nd floor of the HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine. Part of the national Fah Sai Clinic network for smoking cessation supported by ThaiHealth, the clinic provides counseling for people who want to quit smoking, together with diagnosis, treatment, prevention, health promotion and rehabilitation for patients with smoking-related respiratory diseases. Members of the University community who smoke can therefore receive professional cessation counseling and medical care on campus, and be referred for specialist treatment of related lung conditions when needed. The clinic also reaches out to students and staff through prevention activities. It publishes campaign materials on the dangers of e-cigarettes, such as its World No Tobacco Day (31 May) campaign "E-cigarettes are toxic, addictive and dangerous" and information on EVALI (e-cigarette or vaping-associated lung injury), and its healthcare staff served as speakers in the Faculty of Physical Education's "Campaign to Reduce and Quit Smoking for Good Health on Campus" in 2026, where they introduced students to the cessation support available to them.
Figure: Fah Sai Clinic and Bronchial Disease Clinic, 2nd floor, HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Medical Center, providing smoking cessation counseling, with its World No Tobacco Day and e-cigarette awareness materials
Source: https://medicine.swu.ac.th/msmc/services/bronchology/