Everything about OU was amazing, I wish I could physically meet each and every one of you involved in my Class. With...
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Erica Ellis
I loved all of the content and experienced professionals available in the cannabis industry. OU provides the support...
Luca
I really loved how the teachers explained everything, the timetable was well planned and it helped me understand more...
Madison Martin
I love all the networking opportunities and the passion behind the education provided
JEF D NEWBY
Helped me strengthen my knowledge of cannabis. With the help of my your scholarships I was able to obtain a degree....
Eviane Ita Coton
Eviane Ita Coton possesses extensive experience in the fields of cultivation relations, business development,...
Daniel Rowland
Based in Colorado, Daniel Rowland is a global cannabis policy and regulatory expert. He helps companies and...
Uwe Blesching, Ph.D.
Uwe Blesching is a medical writer, researcher, a regular contributor to the fields of mind-body medicine and the...
LILIAN E LOPEZ
I had the privilege of taking the Raising funds for cannabis business course. There were numerous segments of the...
Tim Crowell
Horticulture
Michael Diaz-Rivera
Before taking the class lot of the business language for understanding financials was going over my head. Now I feel...
Ulises Perez
I really enjoy how available the content is and gives me a good perspective on what other people are thinking. I am...
Steven Abundis
I really liked Oakstrdam's school atmosphere for learning, their curriculum, and all their professors. All three...
Maha Haq
Maha has dedicated over a decade to the commercial cannabis space. She is an independent consultant for retailers,...
Erika Castillo
Oaksterdam was an amazing virtual experience. I loved the fact that i learned a lot about cannabis and how to care for...
Miranda Parsons
I loved the amount of information they give you per class and I love the different lectures by different people in...
Mark Piersante
Oaksterdam allowed me to meet several people in the cannabis business that could utilize my skills in permitting,...
oaksterdam is a good place to link up with the best teachers in the cannabis industry, it has help a lot into seeing what we need t o know in the legal industry. enrique gutierrez
Gave me a clear understanding of what’s essential in a plants life cycle Juan Velasquez
Joseph Modeliste
I really enjoyed my time during my 2021 class. I learned a lot about the different laws and the politics around the...
David Goss
I liked the entire course. The science part was really interesting. I liked learning about all the different forms of...
Although I have yet to find gainful employment in the cannabis space. OU has advanced me in networking and building relationships and some resources. There were challenges as to be expected but I got a chance to work through them with my team without compromising values that are important to the community and I alike. Most of all to have more compassion for those who don’t agree with me. Nehemiah Cole
I liked the entire course. The science part was really interesting. I liked learning about all the different forms of cannabis products. David Goss
I really enjoyed my time during my 2021 class. I learned a lot about the different laws and the politics around the industry. I learned a lot of things that will definitely help us in the near future. Joseph Modeliste
Avery Torres
I learned the skills to become successful in the industry
I learned the skills to become successful in the industry Avery Torres
Oscar Burrola, Jr.
Oscar Burrola is founder of Lifted Spirit Collective and a Horticulture teacher at Oaksterdam University.
Isaiah Dorsey
Well, Oaksterdam really helped me understand how the cannabis industry is shaping. The way they are actually trying to...
Mitchell Hotham
The welcoming atmosphere made it easier for me to learn, the friendly classmates and teachers made it an unforgettable...
Well, Oaksterdam really helped me understand how the cannabis industry is shaping. The way they are actually trying to get real change did inspire me to take the cannabis industry and my love for fashion a lot more seriously. The program did touch my heart when it came to finding more people who I could at least relate to. I am scared to go on, but I do not fear moving forward. I just want some friends to enjoy the journey with. Thank you Oaksterdam for giving me that first hand experience without jeopardizing me or another cannabis business who has worked very hard to get where they are now. I just pray for an opportunity really to advocate the professionalism of people who consume cannabis as well as the artists who consume. Isaiah Dorsey
Luiz Diego Burza
Oaksterdam was a life changing experience in my life, I could and maybe will write a book about it. I barely arrived...
Nathan Bell
"OU was a great experience. I attended both the Business and Horticulture semesters. I was not sure really what to...
Courtney Moran, LL.M.
Courtney Moran, LLM, is the founding principal of EARTH Law and the chief legislative strategist for Agricultural Hemp...
Dale Sky Jones
President
David Abernathy
Treasurer
Alex Goldstein
Alex Goldstein holds a bachelor’s degree in Criminology from York University in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In 2013 Alex...
Bruce Margolin
Emeritus
Tiffany Watkins, Chair of Social Impact
Tiffany Watkins is known as LadyCanna. She’s a former IT Professional who worked for many years as a network systems...
Diane Goldstein
Vice-President
Susan Trout
Secretary
Tom Quick, Ph.D.
Dr. Tom Quick “Dr. Tom” is currently working with Blake Industries to provide: Scientific, Agronomic and Sales support...
Shawn Richard – Owner, Berner’s on Haight
“I learned so much going to Oaksterdam University that I would not have learned otherwise, especially the pitfalls to...
Eric Brandstad
Eric Brandstad Eric Brandstad is a Greenhouse, Farm, and Industry Expert that has been in the Industry for over 30...
Greg Zeman
Greg Zeman is the co-author of Beyond Buds: Next Generation with Ed Rosenthal. This book explores the world of...
Dale Schafer, Esq.
Dale Schafer is a father, grandfather, veteran, educator, and guitar player, and has been an attorney for for over 35 ...
David Goldman
David Goldman has been a medical cannabis patient activist and law reform advocate for over 10 years and has taught...
Stuart Watts
Stuart Watts was born and raised in San Francisco and is a fifth-generation San Franciscan. After working in...
Drew Sanchez, Esq.
Drew Sanchez is a seasoned California attorney who fights hard to help his clients survive in a landscape that...
David Perkins
Originally from Northern California, David Perkins deeply rooted in the cannabis culture that has paved the way for...
Anthony DeMeo, Co-Chair of Extractions & Manufacturing
Anthony DeMeo is a founding member of Green Therapeutics LLC, based in Las Vegas, Nevada. He works with multiple...
Mitchell Colbert
Mitchell Colbert has been a cannabis legalization advocate since he was busted for possession at 19 and saw the waste...
David Paleschuck; Author, Branding Bud; Cannabis vs. Marijuana
“Oaksterdam University was my first stop when I entered the industry. It was worth every minute. I highly recommend OU...
Keith Justin Anderson
Keith Justin Anderson is an attorney specializing in Federal Tribal law, with an emphasis on Tribal economic...
Stefanie Gangano, PhD, Co-Chair of Extractions & Manufacturing
Dr. Stephanie Gangano holds a doctorate in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Florida. She serves as Co-Chair of OU’s Extractions & Manufacturing department, and has been working professionally for more than 25 years in both the laboratory and manufacturing sectors of the cannabis industry.
Kimberly A. Murray
Ambassador
Sarah Miles Dolk
I encourage anyone with an interest in Cannabis to attend Oaksterdam for a thorough education. Go with and open heart...
Grant Butherus
It truly is great to be a part of history in the making. I highly suggest anyone interested in the cannabis industry...
Barbara Blaser
Think about where you want to be in the next six months. What do you want to do? If working in the medical marijuana...
Aaron P
If you want to become a part of the MMJ industry in any way, this is the place to start. No other cannabis school will...
Nicole Vallante
Currently I’m kitchen manager for a premium edibles company, as well as a bud tender at a collective in San Francisco....
Derek Stephanof
Attending O.U. and being offered a job here has easily been one of the most enjoyable and most memorable experiences...
Derek Stephanof
Attending O.U. and being offered a job here has easily been one of the most enjoyable and most memorable experiences...
Druce Fu, M.D.
The content of the seminars are worth it alone. Being an industry person now, Oaksterdam’s reputation means something....
Denise Martellacci
"The experience was amazing. I have a much better understanding of the industry and where I would like to get involved."
Robyn Pierce
Horticulture
James Silva, Esq.
Professor: Legal 101, Civics 102
Sarah Shrader
Business
Sandy Moriarty
Extracts
Paul Armentano
Chair of Science
Natalie Darves, Chair of Business
Chair of Business
Mike Whitty
Advocacy
Michael “Big Mike” Parker
Horticulture
Luke S. Zimmerman, Esq.
Legal
Lauren Vázquez, Esq., Chair of Legal
Legal
Kyle Kushman
Horticulture
Kali Perkins, Esq.
Legal
Joey Ereñeta, Chair of Horticulture
Chair of Horticulture
Jeff Jones
Horticulture
Ed Rosenthal
Horticulture
Chris Conrad
Business
Chad Gilmore
Extracts
Richard Lee
Founder
Summer Pepitone
As a soon to be Oaksterdam Alumni, I would tell prospective students who are interested in making a career out of the...
Michael Garganese Jr.
There is a wealth of information to be known about cannabis, and generally speaking, the information is hard to find...
Ray Murphy
I would highly recommend anybody interested in starting a business in cannabis — even an ancillary business — attend...
Anthony Bey
Anyone interested in attending Oaksterdam University should know that if you want to know all about cannabis AND grow...













































