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Cannabis is Officially Legal in Germany: What you need to know
It’s official – adult use cannabis became legal in Germany on April 1st, 2024. Adults 18 and older may now partake in the newly established freedoms created by the implementation of the first pillar of the CanG law. Oaksterdam is proud to have played a small role in...

OU’s Dale Sky Jones Nominated for Lifetime Achievement Award
Oaksterdam University’s Dale Sky Jones is nominated for a Lifetime Achievement Award in the 2024 Women’s Canna Awards alongside Sue Taylor, Aundre Speciale, and Kimberly Cargile. The public is invited to vote, with $1 per vote donated to the Saving Sophie...
Oaksterdam Launches Course to Certify Michigan Dispensary Workers
Today, the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) released $1 million in grants to 62 equity licensees throughout the state to be used for employee education, business needs, and community investment. The money was split evenly, amounting to $16,129 per qualified...

Dale Sky Jones on Friends of the Farm Lecture Series
Chancellor Dale Sky Jones was the featured guest on the Friends of the Farm Lecture series 6 p.m. March 20, 2024. Dale stands as a pioneering figure in the cannabis sector. Since launching her journey in 2007, she has been at the forefront of the movement toward...

Mila Marshall, Ph.D.
Dr. Mila Marshall is an environmental professional and journalist with a passion for advancing sustainability in all sectors. Her passion is directed towards urban food systems in segregated cities and works to identify and communicate the importance of healthy air,...

Budtender Burnout is Real: Tips to Prevent It
An essential skill for anyone in customer service to master is dealing with feelings of emotional burnout. Customer service can be draining, particularly for a budtender. It is exhausting to go from trying to help a rude or irate customer to one with a serious illness...

IRS 280E: Cannabis Taxes and Case Law
As small businesses across the United States prepare for tax season, cannabis businesses grapple with staying compliant with the confusing state of cannabis tax law. Like any business, a licensed cannabis enterprise is subject to taxation and must pay all applicable...

Budtender’s Guide: Cannabiziac Book of the Month
Whether you’re an aspiring budtender or want to be your own budtender, tune into Dale Sky Jones on Cannabiziac’s Book of the Month virtual chat 7 p.m. EST, Wed., Feb. 28, 2024. Dale is Executive Chancellor of Oaksterdam University (OU) and co-author of The Budtender’s...

Oaksterdam Celebrates Black History Month
This February, Oaksterdam University proudly celebrates Black History Month by recognizing excellence within the Black community in the areas of Cannabis Education and Advocacy. Kassia Graham Meet Kassia Graham, Director of Community and Strategy at Cannaclusive....
What is “Organic” Cannabis?
What is “organic” cannabis? The use of the term “organic” to sell agricultural products is strictly regulated. Products sold internationally can receive the label if they meet local organic labeling requirements and conditions set by international trade agreements....