Going Back to School: Ensuring that Our Black Boys and Girls are Treated as Children
In a matter of days, our Black boys and girls will be returning to school. For some, especially our boys, this is not a time...
Month: August 2024
Study Examines Diversity in, Barriers to Wildlife Viewing
More research is required that considers the participation of, and access for, marginalized wildlife viewers, according to a new study published in People and Nature....
Sacramento State Kicks Off Black Honors College
About 80 scholars were recently celebrated as part of the inaugural Black Honors College class at California State University, Sacramento. The college provides its students...
Nevada Supreme Court Rules Cannabis Deserves the Same Classification as Heroin – Why Rescheduling is No Longer a Guarantee
According to the report by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, this week the Nevada Supreme Court overturned a 2022 ruling that prohibited the Nevada Board of...
10 Surprising Facts about Psychedelics You Probably Didn’t Know Until Now
Top 10 Surprising Facts About Psychedelics Psychedelics have emerged as a captivating class of substances renowned for their profound effects on brain function, consciousness, and...
The Marijuana Prohibition Narrative Has Fallen on Deaf Ears with Younger Americans
The Way of the Narrative – The Deceptions of Prohibition You might remember a time when the airwaves were filled with outrageous claims like, “If...
LightHousing – A Guide to Dispel Media Gaslighting of the Cannabis Plant
LightHousing – A guide to dispel Media Gaslighting You’ve probably heard the term “gaslighting” thrown around in the news or casual conversations lately. But have...
Smoking Weed and Drinking an Energy Drink? – Good Idea or Better Not Do That?
Why You Shouldn’t Mix Cannabis With Energy Drinks – A Dangerous Interaction You Should Avoid It’s surprising how popular energy drinks still are. Different forms...
SUSAN KERRY
Susan Kerry has been appointed vice president for finance and administration and chief financial officer at Hamline University. She served as the senior vice president...
Boldly Future Forward
With enrollment hovering at 13,885 as of fall 2023, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (N.C. A&T) is the largest historically Black university in...
Brookdale Community College Launches Academy for Adults with Autism
The Achieve Academy for Adults with Autism has launched at the Brookdale Community College in New Jersey. Dr. David M. StoutThe academy, roughly a decade...
A Threat to the Legal European Cannabis Market? – Morocco and Zimbabwe Accelerate Marijuana Export Plans
International Cannabis Update: Cannabis in Africa Africa’s legal cannabis manufacturing landscape has changed significantly in recent years, with countries like Zimbabwe and Morocco becoming major...
The Future of Proxies: Enhancing Online Security and Efficiency
As the internet continues to evolve, so do the tools we use to navigate it. Proxies, which act as intermediaries between a user’s device and...
Fraternity Offers Micro Grants Toward Voter Education, Mobilization
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., is providing grants to its chapters in support voter education, registration, and mobilization efforts for the 2024 U. S. election...
Final Report on Dubious FAMU Gift Recommends Policy Changes
The final report is out regarding the controversial $237 million donation to Florida A&M University announced May 4, and it concludes that “senior leadership at...
Columbia Journalism School Waives Application Fee
Student prospects now can apply to degree programs in Columbia Journalism School at no cost. The school announced the move as part of its efforts,...
The Medical Benefits on the Human Body When You are High on Cannabis
The Medical Benefit of the Altered State While browsing Reddit during my cannabis research, I stumbled upon a thought-provoking post by a user we’ll call...
CBD Drinks from Coca-Cola and Aurora Cannabis? – Game Changer or Just Another CBD Beverage?
From cocaine to cannabis, is Coca-Cola finally trending with the times? Coca-Cola once had a controversial history of putting cocaine in its drinks. Those days...
Steelton man gets federal prison sentence and lecture on dangers of daily marijuana use
WILLIAMSPORT — A Dauphin County man has received a 78-month federal prison drug sentence and a lecture by the judge on the dangers of daily...
Leading Ladies Crushing It in Literature – Five Books for Strong Women
Leading Women is a theme no one can ignore right now. From Kamala Harris running for president to Taylor Swift crushing the music scene to Caitlin Clark...
Beverages, seed-to-sale and public awareness: An in-depth conversation with OCM’s John Kagia
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in NYC on Aug. 13, 2024. Tickets available now. Licensing continues to be a huge undertaking...
Florida Union Lawsuit Seeks Protections of University Faculty Rights
United Faculty of Florida (UFF) and its Florida State University and University of Florida chapters have filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging a Florida...
ED Announces New Process to Launch 2025-26 FAFSA
A more efficient process is underway for filing the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). According to U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel...
Report Suggests Audiences Appreciate Diverse Casts
Minority groups experienced gains relative to their white counterparts in all key Hollywood employment arenas examined in the streaming film sector, according to a new...
UNC Launches Initiative to Help Athletes Manage NIL
Carolina Athletics plans to launch “Carolina NIL,” an initiative to partner a handful of organizations to attract student-athletes in the era of name, image, and...
Johnson Appointed Edmund W. Gordon Chair for Policy Research and Evaluation at ETS
Dr. Odis Johnson Jr. has been named the Edmund W. Gordon Chair for Policy Research and Evaluation at the Educational Testing Service (ETS). Johnson is...
7 Resume Tips To Help You Succeed Today
Crafting a standout resume is crucial in today’s competitive job market. Whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced professional, a well-written resume can...
Work From Anywhere: Discover the Best Remote Jobs in 2024
In a world of rapidly changing technology and variability in employment, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the best remote jobs are the future. The freedom to choose...
An Edible for Flying, Sure, Just Don’t Freak Out and Try to Open the Plane Door Mid-Flight!
In recent years, cannabis edibles have gained significant popularity, offering a discreet and convenient way to consume marijuana. However, a recent incident has highlighted the...
Harris-Walz is the Marijuana Legalization Dream Ticket – Cannabis Legalization in America Has Risen from the Grave
In a historic move signaling a dramatic shift in U.S. politics, Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz have announced their candidacy for...
State cracks down on illegal weed shops: See list of 24 closures in Central NY
This spring, after calling the roll-out of New York’s legal cannabis industry a “disaster,” Gov. Kathy Hochul also promised a new crackdown on the thousands...
‘Very bullish outlook’: Cannabis Control Board approves new licenses as NY market picks up steam
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in NYC on Aug. 13, 2024. Tickets available now. New York’s Cannabis Control Board approved more than...
Oversupply, marketing rules and tax revenues: An in-depth conversation with OCM’s John Kagia
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in NYC on Aug. 13, 2024. Tickets available now. New York’s Office of Cannabis Management still...
Navigating the path to making money in New York State’s legal cannabis market
NY Cannabis Insider (NYCI) hosts unique and interactive business-to-business events across the state that bring together business owners and industry leaders to network and discuss...
PRADEEP SHARMA
Pradeep Sharma has been named dean of the Cullen College of Engineering at the University of Houston. He served as the college’s interim dean and...
Educator, Labor Unions Supporting Harris VP Pick
Tim WalzVice President Kamala Harris’s pick for running mate in the 2024 presidential election is a former social studies teacher who has, so far, received...
Morehouse Gifted Anonymous $20M Supporting New Professorships
Morehouse College has received an anonymous, $20 million gift to expand academic programs and professorships at the college. “This transformational $20 million gift will allow...
Steele to Step Down from Helm at Southern Christian Leadership Conference
Longtime civil rights leader Dr. Charles Steele, Jr., has announced he will step down as president and CEO of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC),...
Not Just THC for Cancer, New Studies Show Terpenes Have Cancer-Fighting Properties, Too!
New Studies Show That Terpenes Have Cancer-Fighting Properties Too Terpenes are an important organic compound found in many different types of plants. They are responsible...
$66 Million ‘For’ vs. $20 Million ‘Against’ – The Battle to Legalize Weed in Florida Gets Expensive
Gov. DeSantis was not having much luck lately in trying to convince people to not have recreational marijuana in Florida. Over $60 million was raised...
Saint Peter’s University withdraws lawsuit to stop opening of cannabis dispensary
Saint Peter’s University ended its opposition against a nearby cannabis dispensary by withdrawing a lawsuit that sought to block it from opening, clearing the dispensary...
Local news in Sonoma and Napa counties – The Press Democrat
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Our Advice for Making College Campuses Ready for Diverse Student Populations
Across higher education, the desire for diversity among student populations is usually the responsibility of recruitment efforts but falls short in retention strategies. Colleges typically...
Want weed but don’t like smoking? From gummies to brownies, you can buy these edibles in N.J.
There’s a lot of choices for people 21 and up to use legal cannabis that don’t involve smoking. This is where edibles come in. Experienced...
Leger Fernández Introduces Campus Prevention, Recovery Services Legislation
U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández of New Mexico, David Trone of Maryland, Chris Pappas of New Hampshire, and Lucy McBath of Georgia have introduced the...
Nine-in-10 Believe in Free Speech, 7-in-10 Feel Discomforted
While a large majority (90%) of college students see in free speech as necessary, a somewhat smaller majority (70%) view the exercise as potentially injurious,...
Common App Launches the 2024-25 Application
The Common App has launched its 2024–2025 application for more than 1,100 colleges and universities worldwide. The not-for-profit organization founded in 1975 has grown to...
Pennsylvania Increases Higher Ed Budget for 2024-25
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania will be a benefactor of an historic increase in basic education funding in the state. The historically Black university is set...
Clark Atlanta Response to ‘Saved My College’ Trump Rally Comment
Clark Atlanta University has issued a response to remarks made by former President Donald J. Trump at a recent campaign rally in Atlanta regarding his...
OMG, Trim That Bush! – Pruning Tips to Get Big Buds (Cannabis Growers Guide)
Pruning Tips for Big Buds For the fortunate few who live in places where growing cannabis is legal (or those who simply don’t care and...