“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…

“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…

This experience was my first, I knew about Oaksterdam and bulldog cafe. Having more knowledge in this business is going to help in all sorts of ways. Connecting with people is another important resource. Building real allies is something I believe in. The work is on…

I loved all the help I received at OU even though I was a self-paced student. I learned so much about the inner workings of a dispensary. I feel I’m equipped to enter the cannabis space when that time comes in my state (North Carolina). I’m so excited…

Great classes and instructors

I really enjoyed the self paced aspect of the course as well as how many sources are given to expand your knowledge.

Oaksterdam University has inspired me to get involved with the local laws and legislations. It has inspired me to work to the best of my abilities so I may help the prisoners of the drug war that should have never existed. After learning of the impact I can make by…

Studying at Oaksterdam has helped me in so many ways. Getting to work hands on with live plants makes all the difference when learning this field. Taking the semester class has shown me how involved the ins and outs of the industry are and gave me a deeper…

Oaksterdam has both helped and inspired me in many ways. I’ve learned so much about cannabis and the industry as a whole all thanks to Oaksterdam because no one else would ever take the time and energy out of their day to educate me on all of these very real and…

Not only did I learn more than I ever thought I would during my 14 week class period, I came into this school thinking I already had a decent background with the plant and boy was I mistaken! Not only have they taught me a lot about the cannabis plant but the…

I’ve gained a lot more knowledge on extracts and safer ways of producing them. Along with learning more about my rights and how to prevent illegal search and seizures from police. Overall Oaksterdam has inspired me to get more active in the advocation of marijuana and…

The OU team inspired me on the vision they have for the rebirth of hemp and cannabis industry. I learned a lot about the history and advocacy of cannabis, and realized that even a small group of well-organized people can change a lot for the community.