Testimonials
See what businesses, government agencies, and our lovely students have to say about their experiences with Oaksterdam.
Featured Testimonials!
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 as your entry point into the industry.”
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Alex Almadova
“Shout out to Oaksterdam, you guys kill the game when it comes to education. If you're new to the industry, and you don't have any connections or friends that are already a part of the industry, you can have that route of learning from people who are doing it, who are...
Thomas Noyes
“OU is the reason I have the job I have now, which has changed my life and made me happier than I've ever been in 23 years. I have confidence like I never have before. Working in the cannabis industry has been my dream for years, and now I'm finally in”
Oscar Burrola – Lifted Spirit Collective
“You don’t have to explain very much to students who have gone through Oaksterdam when it comes to cultivation or the business of cannabis.”
Benjamin Halley Founder and COO — Honest Cannabis Co.
“Working with the Oaksterdam team over the years has been instrumental in the success of our clients across both the regulated cannabis space and the Native American industry. Their ability to adapt curriculum to meet the unique needs of each community has resulted in...
Nicholas Frederick, Owner — VerdureX
“Thank you to all the amazing teachers who work at Oaksterdam, and for all the knowledge you guys possess. Without you guys, none of this would be possible! I graduated from the Business of Cannabis course in 2020, and it couldn't have inspired me more to try and...
Ginnie-Rae Clay, Former Executive Director of the Connecticut Social Equity Council
“It is with great confidence and admiration that I recommend Oaksterdam University to work with your organization. During my tenure as the first Executive Director of the in the Connecticut Social Equity Social Council, Oaksterdam provided the Council and the state an...
Bridget Guiza, M.S.— Customized Education Coordinator, White Earth Tribal and Community College
“Feedback on training from participants in our Tribe's cannabis businesses has been overwhelmingly positive. Partnering with Oaksterdam University to provide cannabis and hemp education for our students has been transformative. Their expertise and commitment to...
Gabriel
I enjoyed the structure of the course. The modules each accounted for relevant material for the overall program. I was able to effectively learn at my own pace.
Angel
Very knowledgeable, great school, great insight in the cannabis world.
Christopher
Hello my fellow colleagues and fellow American's I'm glad that we could connect and continue to forge the future of Cannabis on a global scale of course etc. I've been advocating for Cannabis for years now since early 2012 but any ways I love Cannabis and HEMP and...
Trevor
I felt it prepared me to use language more in alignment with industry vernacular. Oaksterdam gave me the confidence I needed to excel and navigate the industry with a sense of confidence.
Christie
Wow, the Budtending Certificate Program exceeded my expectations. So much information and greatly organized to learn at my own pace. I throughly enjoyed taking this class and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for in-depth knowledge into the wonderful world...
Andre Thom, Esq.
“Receiving education from OU provided me the knowledge and tools to supplement my formal legal education from the University of North Dakota School of Law. I have a better understanding of the issues and their solutions to effectively assist activists and companies in...
Alphonso T. Blunt Jr., Owner — Blunts and Moore
“OU helped enhance my growing skills, added some long-time connections, and allowed me to learn. Now, as the first ex-felon for cannabis sales to fully own a retail store under the Oakland social equity program, it’s come full circle. I remember being in class and an...
Kirsten Stark, Supervisor — Business Taxes Committee & Training Section; California Department of Tax and Fee Administration
“The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (formerly the Board of Equalization) contracted with Oaksterdam University to develop and teach a two-day course on the cannabis industry to its employees. They were extremely responsive to our requests and also...