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2022 Hit List: OU’s Top 10 Rewind
This past year, Oaksterdam University marked a huge milestone: our 15th anniversary! We’re proud to be America’s first cannabis college, still going strong, and fresher than ever. As we wrap up...
New Release: OU Budtender’s Guide
CT Social Equity Council Selects OU
CT Social Equity Council Selects Oaksterdam University to Build Trailblazing Social Equity Accelerator Program with Local Hartford-Based Nonprofit, reSET Programming and early networking...
A Very Oaksterdam Cannabis Education Holiday Gift Guide
For more and more Americans, cannabis is becoming a beloved part of holiday celebrations. Whether serving infused treats, sharing cannabis with friends and family after a big dinner, or giving...
How Do I Learn About Equity in the Cannabis Industry?
Regulated cannabis is an exciting new industry, brimming with opportunity. However, because of the long, fraught legal history of cannabis in the United States, ensuring this promising field is...
Why Cannabis Professionals Need Continued Education
The new year brings a new opportunity to develop your skills. Oaksterdam University's Business of Cannabis Semester begins January 9, 2023 and is enrolling now. The live course features a capstone...
Announcing: OU Budtender’s Guide
Just in time for the holidays, Oaksterdam University has released The Budtender’s Guide: A Reference Manual for Cannabis Consumers and Dispensary Professionals on Amazon.com. The e-book is designed...
Insights for Regulators from California Cannabis Control
Oaksterdam University Dale Sky Jones recently served as a keynote speaker and panel moderator at the California Cannabis Control Summit. The event brought together regulators from across the state...
The Voter’s Guide to Pro-Cannabis Election Platforms
Cannabis reformation efforts recently made national headlines as President Biden finally acted on campaign promises to pardon all prior Federal offenses of simple possession of cannabis, urge all...
Listen Up, Candidates — Your Constituents Want Cannabis Freedom
Whether running a local, state or federal campaign, it’s vital to concern yourself with cannabis policy. President Biden finally acted recently on campaign promises to work toward cannabis...
Five Considerations in Choosing a Cannabis School
Cannabis jobs are on the rise, and more and more people are looking for employment in this exciting emerging industry. Finding the right cannabis career for your skill set and interests can be...
What to Look for in a Cannabis Education
Careers in cannabis are growing. People at all career stages are entering the field and pursuing cannabis education. When choosing a cannabis college or educational path, consider your career goals...
City of Oakland Commends Oaksterdam
Oaksterdam University is proud to receive a commendation from the City of Oakland celebrating the screening of "American Pot Story: Oaksterdam" at the Oakland International Film Festival on Sept....
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Dale Sky Jones on San Francisco Experience Podcast
Oaksterdam University Executive Chancellor Dale Sky Jones appeared on the San Francisco Experience Podcast on Tuesday, Oct. 10. Hosted by Jim Herlihy, the news commentary podcast serves listeners in...
AG Rob Bonta: Oakland Would Not Be Oakland Without Oaksterdam
California Attorney General Rob Bonta received Oaksterdam's Skill in Combat Award in honor of the work he's done to legalize cannabis, make it safe, and expunge records for people convicted of...
Oaksterdam Bestows Good Soldier Awards
Oaksterdam University bestowed its 2022 Good Soldier Awards as part of our Event of the Decade celebration on Saturday, Sept. 24 at the Fox Theater in Oakland, Calif. Awardees were selected for...
Governor Newsom Honors Oaksterdam
California Governor Gavin Newsom honored Oaksterdam University's rich history with a video message for OU's 15th Anniversary Event of the Decade. The message played on the big screen at the Fox...
Dale Sky Jones on Grateful Dead Radio
Dale Sky Jones appeared with Big Steve Parish during the Big Steve Hour on September 29, 2022 on SiriusXM's Grateful Dead Channel. Steve Parish has been a primary member of the Grateful Dead...
Oaksterdam University Day is Nov. 10!
Mark your calendar and get your favorite method of ingestion ready to roll — Oaksterdam University Day is now an official holiday! The City of Oakland declared November 10 “Oaksterdam University...