An estimated 321,000 Americans work full-time in the cannabis sector, and that number is only expected to grow. There are a wide variety of positions available in the industry. If you like...
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5 Ways to Break Into a Cannabis Career
According to the Leafly 2022 Jobs Report, Cannabis is the fastest-growing industry in the U.S., according to the newly-released. The sector now supports 428,059 jobs, up 33 percent from last year,...
Why More Seniors Are Using Cannabis
Oaksterdam University Faculty Member and Deputy Director of NORML Paul Armentano recently sat down with the L.A. Times Business of Cannabis supplement to discuss Why More Seniors Are Using Cannabis....
OU Signs Open Letter to UN
Oaksterdam University is among 181 non-profit organizations from 56 countries around the world to sign an open letter to the United Nations calling for transparency and accountability in global...
Friday Field Trips: Lifted Spirit
Students who take Oaksterdam’s Live Semester courses get various networking and event opportunities, including virtual field trips. The tours take students through a variety of facilities in...
Aunt Sandy’s Dizzy Bird Thanksgiving
As you plan this year’s Thanksgiving meal, consider sharing some canna-friendly dishes with the adults at your table, courtesy of Aunt Sandy. “Aunt Sandy” Moriarty is the world’s first published...
Plant Talk: The Panic Chop
What is a “panic chop”? In the world of cannabis cultivation, the panic chop occurs when growers harvest their crop hastily, earlier than expected, and with the potential loss of profit. Growers...
Home Grows in High Times
Oaksterdam University's Luke Zimmerman, Esq., was featured in the recent High Times article "Do Cannabis Companies Face Consequences for Opposing Home Grows." The article discusses how some big...
Business of Cannabis Course: New & Improved!
If you’re looking for a career in cannabis, Oaksterdam University’s Business of Cannabis course is for you. Whether you want to launch a cannabis start-up or pivot your expertise to serve the...
Enroll Now, Pay Later at Oaksterdam U
1.5 minute read If you’ve dreamed of jump-starting your career in cannabis at Oaksterdam University, now is the time. We've got new payment plans that make tuition easy and affordable. Whether you...
New Updates to Live and Self-Paced Courses
Oaksterdam University is America’s first cannabis college and always staying on the cutting edge to remain the best. To that end, we are proud to announce exciting updates to our live classroom and...
Stefanie Gangano, Ph.D.
Dr. Gangano holds a doctorate in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Florida. She has been working professionally for more than 27 years in both the laboratory and manufacturing sectors. ...
Bruce Bortle
Bruce Bortle Business Development Manager Bruce Bortle brings over 25 years of experience in marketing services, management, and sales to Oaksterdam University. Since 2004, he has been focused on...
Mars Anderson
Mars Anderson Registrar From Student Support to Registrar of Oaksterdam University, Mars is the person who ensures all enrolled students receive the answers and confidence they need to choose their...
Bryana Saldana
Bryana Saldana Student Support Specialist Bryana Saldana is our Student Support Specialist and performs various tasks pertaining to the student experience, including but not limited to admissions...
Samira Hasib
Samira Hasib Facilitator Samira Hasib leads the Facilitation Department, responsible for scheduling and coordinating Oaksterdam’s live academic programs, such as virtual semesters and webinars, and...
Sara Frank
Sara Frank Marketing Manager Sara Frank joined Oaksterdam University in 2020. As Marketing Manager, she develops marketing plans across multiple platforms, creates digital ads and content, and...