Biden administration takes huge step to reclassify weed. What it means for N.J.
In a major move, the Biden administration plans to reclassify weed as a less harmful substance, which could lay the groundwork for more medical research...
Month: April 2024
Feds to reclassify marijuana as less-dangerous drug, wonât legalize it
By ZEKE MILLER, JOSHUA GOODMAN, JIM MUSTIAN and LINDSAY WHITEHURST, The Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) â The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will move to reclassify...
Clifford Omoruyi
School: Rutgers UniversityMajor: Information Technology and InformaticsYear: Senior âClifford Omoruyi has become one of the best Scarlet Knight centers of all-time, and thatâs on and...
Jaqueline Azevedo
School: University of California, MercedMajor: Management and Business EconomicsYear: Junior Jacqueline Azevedo is âan unbelievable joy to coach,â said Johnny Bega, head coach of womenâs...
Charlisse Leger-Walker
School: Washington State University Major: ManagementYear: Senior Charlisse Leger-Walker is a guard for Washington State University Womenâs Basketball. The management major, who spends time visiting and helping...
Tyler Williamson
School: Holy Cross    Year: JuniorMajor: Biology Holy Cross biology major Tyler Williamson was recognized among the 2023 Arthur Ashe, Jr. Sports Scholars. This scholar-athlete participates in...
Lending a Helping Hand
To Kevin White, Clemson Universityâs first Black deputy athletic director (AD), itâs about serving students. Itâs about paying forward the good grace he received throughout...
Study: Community College Housing Program Produced Better Life Outcomes
Education Northwest, an Oregon-based nonprofit organization promoting education for all, unveiled the results on Tuesday of a first-of-its kind, nine-year study of the partnership between...
Drawing Comparisons Between Current Protests and Those of the Past
U.S. colleges and universities currently face proliferating pro-Palestine student protests on their campuses, resulting in encampments and hundreds of arrests nationwide. during the 1960s. Itâs...
New Data Show Persistent Lagging Pay for Educators
The National Education Association has released four new reports that show educator salaries have continued to lag behind inflation over the past decade. The association...
Birmingham-Southern College Campus Up for Purchase: Reports
Alabama A&M University is reportedly planning to make an offer to purchase the shuttering Birmingham-Southern College campus, which would become Alabama A&M University at Birmingham....
Report Finds That Affirmative Action Only Led to Incremental Progress
A report from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) suggests that diversity gains made at the most selective colleges and universities...
How to AI-Proof Your Career
Itâs no secret that we now live in an era of technological advancement, but over the past few years, there has been a major shift...
âDifficult decisionâ: Cannabis company files for bankruptcy, plans to shut down
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Legal cannabis delivery gaining ground among NYC dispensaries
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. When Long Island City dispensary NYCBUD launched...
New HBCU Medical College in NOLA Will Confront Medical Inequities
Change is coming in the field of medicine along the Gulf Coast. Xavier University of Louisiana, an historically Black university (or HBCU) in New Orleans...
CUNY City College Food Pantry Pauses Operations, Cites Pro-Palestine Student Protests
Food-insecure students at the City College of New York may face additional hardships in finding food now that the school’sfood pantry has halted service amid...
Columbia Administration, Student Organizers Talks Fail
Columbia University administration leaders and student organizers failed to reach agreement in negotiations that might have included the universityâs divestment from Israel. âRegretfully, we were...
Medical marijuana patient to Scutari: Let my people grow | Editorial
Willie Beemer has lived in ceaseless pain since shattering his right leg in a motorbike accident at age 14. Thereâs a visible knot on his...
Friendly Fire: Gottheimerâs bank, Ukraine aid, and Fulop builds a machine
Can Americans still have a sensible and friendly political discussion across the partisan divide? The answer is yes, and we prove it every week. Julie...
NY Cannabis Insiderâs week in legal weed for April 27, 2024
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. Happy weekend, everyone! We had another busy...
Trenton gets it first weed store
Trenton now has its first cannabis dispensary. Theory Wellness, a company based in Massachusetts, on Thursday opened in the stateâs capital as medical-only but plans...
Empowerment through Education: The Importance of Continued Learning
All employees deserve to feel empowered and supported during their careers. However, many professional women find that they face persistent gender bias when searching for...
From Cloud-Faxing Solutions To Financial Apps: Business Tech Every Company Needs
In todayâs fast-paced business environment, staying updated with the latest technology is crucial for operational efficiency and competitive advantage. From enhancing communication to streamlining financial...
From Classroom to Boardroom: Why Business Skills Matter More Than Your Major
Redefining success in todayâs career landscape means looking beyond the conventional path of higher education to uncover what truly drives you. With the rapid pace...
Building Your Career Abroad: Insights from Erica Yanney
Key Takeaways New professionals should immerse themselves in observing the work culture, including communication styles, hierarchy, and work-life balance, to adapt seamlessly. Overcome language barriers...
Pa. House panel hears lessons learned about pot legalization in other states, Canada
State lawmakers continued their exploration of how best to go about legalizing recreational marijuana in Pennsylvania by gathering information from experts on possible guardrails that...
Seed-to-Success cannabis program providing free training to NYâs cannabis entrepreneurs
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. More than 100 New Yorkers have completed...
Pilot canât fly marijuana to retail stores in Alaska even if its sale is legal in the state, federal judges rule
A federal appeals court has upheld the revocation of a manâs pilot certificate after he delivered marijuana by plane to retail stores in Alaska through...
You canât grow weed at home, so they planted it on the Statehouse lawn
Days after the international holiday for weed, activists planted cannabis in front of the Statehouse to protest New Jerseyâs ban on growing your own. New...
The Dark Side of Service Aggregators: Reviews of Thumbtack, Angieâs List, and More
In an era where online platforms promise convenience and quality service at the click of a button, the reality often falls short of expectations. Thumbtack,...
People to know in NY cannabis: Danny Murr-Sloat
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. Danny Murr-Sloat is the owner, founder and...
New Yorkâs cannabis funds faltering as market is strapped for cash
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. Several publicly backed funds meant to bolster...
Despite lawsuit and cannabis controversy, Blue Violets opens its doors in Hoboken
A Hoboken cannabis dispensary mired in controversy for nearly two years has opened its doors as the cityâs first recreational use-only store, despite a looming...
How are things going at Long Island dispensary Strain Stars?
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. Business has been booming at Long Island...
20,000 N.J. lives are still in limbo, because of bureaucratic stupor | Editorial
Gov. Murphy and Attorney General Matt Platkin have announced that they are making great progress in trimming the backlog of unprocessed expungement cases, which translated...
New Yorkâs cannabis farmers disheartened over lack of financial relief in state budget
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. The tens of millions in losses suffered...
NY Cannabis Insiderâs week in legal weed for April 20, 2024
Happy 4/20, everyone! Itâs been another tumultuous week in another tumultuous year for legal cannabis in New York, so we hope everyone enjoys a rare...
N.J. now houses more than 100 dispensaries: Hereâs where they are all located
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How did 420 become the code and celebration date for marijuana?
By GENE JOHNSON, The Associated Press SEATTLE (AP) â Saturday marks marijuana cultureâs high holiday, 4/20, when college students gather â at 4:20 p.m. â...
Shattering Glass Ceilings: How Female Leaders Are Reshaping Business Norms
As the business landscape evolves, a significant shift is seen in the rise of women-led innovations. Today, more than ever, female leaders are not just...
Which N.J. counties have the most weed stores? Hereâs the list.
The international counterculture weed holiday â 4/20 â is fast approaching â and New Jersey has made progress in opening up dispensaries across the state....
âGobsmackedâ: Cannabis Association of NY faces backlash over licensing letter
Members of New Yorkâs largest cannabis industry trade group are furious and threatening to leave the association after its leadership sent a letter urging state...
Unveiling the truth behind cannabis and alcohol regulation: Why copy-and-paste isnât enough
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. Alcohol and cannabis are often seen as...
An open letter to OGS Commissioner Moy: âSimply issue’ cannabis licenses (Guest Column)
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. This guest column was written by Cortland...
An open letter to OGS Commissioner Moy: âSimply issue’ cannabis licenses (Guest Column)
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. This guest column was written by Cortland...
Long Islandâs zoning laws continue to leave cannabis retail licensees in limbo
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in Buffalo on May 14, 2024. Tickets available now. A year and a half after New...
Ohio Wesleyan, Columbus State Collaborate to Improve Student Outcomes
Ohio Wesleyan University and Columbus State Community College are collaborating to address societal challenges and help Columbus State students more quickly, easily, and affordably earn...
Casey Chung on Crafting a Fulfilling Career in Accounting
Key Takeaways Role Diversity and Stress: Accountants face stress from long hours and constant updates in tax and accounting policies. Combating Burnout: Effective communication and...
People to know in NY cannabis: Shanice Brown
Shanice Brown is the store manager, and buyer at VERDI Cannabis, a licensed dispensary in Manhattanâs Chelsea neighborhood. She answered eight simple questions for NY...