THC & Vaping FAQ

The TCU Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy prohibits all use of tobacco, including vaping and other electronic nicotine delivery systems, on campus.

Vape pens and other devices containing THC oils are a felony offense in the state of Texas. This includes wax, dabs, oils, and other concentrated THC products.

No, they are illegal under both the Federal and Texas state laws.

Possession of THC concentrates is a felony in Texas. Consequences may include: Criminal Record, Employment Barrier, Housing Barrier.

Possession of any cannabis product violates the TCU Drug Policy. Consequences may include:

  • Drug violation
  • Disciplinary probation
  • Fines
  • Random drug testing
  • Required education
  • arrest and legal consequences if THC Concentrates are present (oils, wax, dabs, etc).

Vape Pen Field Testing: TCU PD will now test Vape Pens for THC content when students are found in possession of a vape pen.

If a student is found in possession of a Vape Pen that tests positive for THC, they could be arrested and placed in jail. This is a felony offense in the state of Texas.

Tetrahydrocannabinol = One of the many psychoactive ingredients found in the terpenes of the cannabis/marijuana plant.

Vaping Health Concerns: lung damage, heart health, brain development, worsened mental health issues.

THC Vaping Health Concerns Risks of using high potency THC products: anxiety, paranoia, symptoms of psychosis and schizophrenia, and cannabis hyperemesis syndrome.