Odor of pot led to search that found gun in backpack at central Pa. school
WILLIAMSPORT — A strong smell of marijuana is the reason police say a Williamsport Area High School student was searched Wednesday and a gun was...
The IRS is NOT Going to Play Ball with Cannabis Companies on 280E Tax Refund Checks – Get Ready for Penalties and Interest!
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will persist in pursuing tax payments from marijuana businesses that have taken deductions in anticipation of a potential federal rescheduling,...
Going to College Doesn’t Have to Suck
It’s finally happened. After years of studying higher education and teaching thousands of students, I’m now the parent of a high school senior who’s running...
PARNELL M. LOVELACE, JR.
Parnell M. Lovelace, Jr. has been appointed the inaugural Vice President of Diversity, Reconciliation, and Unity at Jessup University, a private Christian University in Rocklin,...
Pros and Cons of Becoming a Personal Trainer
Becoming a personal trainer is a popular career choice for fitness enthusiasts who want to turn their passion into a profession. The opportunity to help...
10 Steps to Create a Supportive Sober Network
Key Takeaways Sober Networks Support Recovery: A sober, solid network can help you stay focused on your journey to sobriety. Simple Steps for Building Support:...
Should You Freeze Your Weed Down to -320°F to Kill Mold and Save a Ton of Money?
At VIST Labs, innovative cryogenic pasteurization technology addresses one of the industry’s most pressing issues: microbial contamination. With more than 100 patents and three decades of...
The Wild West of Weed – California Bans All Hemp-Derived THC Products and Cheech and Chong Sue!
Gov. Newsom’s Hemp Ban Goes Into Effect: Consequences for Industry, Investors, and Patients On September 23, 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom’s emergency ban on hemp-derived...
N.J. just got sued over controversial new law cracking down on Delta 8 and other hemp products
A new law aimed at getting intoxicating hemp products off the shelves of gas stations and other places in New Jersey has been challenged in...
Report Calls for Reforming Graduate School Debt and Data Collection
Graduate degrees can offer a chance at high-income careers, but the rising costs of attendance have increasingly led to unequal outcomes, with many, particularly minoritized...
Grinnell to Dedicate New Residence Hall to Oldest Living Graduate and First Black Alumna
Born in Grinnell, Iowa, Edith Renfrow Smith graduated from Grinnell College in 1937 and was the only Black student on campus during the 4.5 years...
Why is Volkswagen Interested in Hemp? Auto Manufacturers Turn Their Attention to Industrial Hemp
The history of human use and consumption of hemp is long and colorful. As early as 2800 BCE, ancient Chinese were already using hemp to...
How and Why to Avoid Counterfeit Perfume
Imagine you’re shopping for a payday treat for yourself online. You spot a bottle of fragrance you’ve coveted for weeks, maybe even months. Then you...
Navigating Pathways to Success
As I reflect on my journey through higher education, I find myself looking back on a career that began in the small, rural community of...
No Spliff for You! – Rescheduling Cannabis Could Allow for Hemp Tobacco Cigarettes, But Not Weed and Tobacco Mixtures!
Marijuana rescheduling could permit CBD from hemp in tobacco, but not weed! A recent report from the Congressional Research Service (CRS) has ignited discussions about...
Advancing Black Males in STEM is My Passion — Here’s How I Got There
Black males need support from childhood through graduate education to improve, fulfill, and correct inequitable access to careers in science and engineering. Broadening Black males’...
From Hobby to Brand: The Marketing Magic of Personal Interests
Ever thought that your weekend pottery class or love for hiking could be the secret sauce to your next big marketing win? It might sound...
New Video Series Showcases Research on Black Males Navigating and Succeeding in STEM
A brand-new video series that highlights the diverse experiences of Black boys and men in the science, technology, engineering and mathematic (STEM) fields, has launched...
AAUP Criticizes Florida’s State Chancellor for Violating Academic Freedom
The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) has called on the Chancellor of the State University System of Florida to retract his directive requiring public university...
Why People Choosing Cannabis over Beer and Wine is a Very Good Thing for America!
Why people choosing cannabis over beer and wine is a good thing! https://www.marijuanamoment.net/marijuana-legalization-is-a-significant -threat-to-alcohol-industry-because-people-substitute-cannabis-for-beer-and-wine-analysis-finds/ In recent years, a fascinating shift has been taking place in...
HHS’ New 2-Step Test to See if Marijuana Has Medicinal Benefits Crushes the DEA’s Rational for Weed Being a Schedule 1 Drug
Despite some critics of marijuana reform challenging the review process that led federal health officials to recommend rescheduling cannabis, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is...
OCM regulator John Kagia, licensed retailers and brand owners to speak at NY Cannabis Insider event
NY Cannabis Insider (NYCI) is hosting its only full-day industry conference of the year at the Crowne Plaza (Desmond Hotel) in Albany, N.Y. on September...
What Do Christian Conservatives Have Against Cannabis? – What the Christian Post Gets Wrong about Legalization
The green wave continues to sweep across America, folks. This year, we’re set to see even more states embrace the sweet leaf of liberty. But...
Murphy boots leading critic of big weed corporations from N.J. cannabis commission
Charles Barker, one of the Cannabis Regulatory Commission’s most outspoken critics of big cannabis corporations, is being replaced by the Murphy administration. The administration has...
Addressing How Student Parents Are Underserved
Two new reports from The California Alliance for Student Parent Success (The Alliance) detail the challenges that student parents face at California institutions. The reports...
Did the Supreme Court Kill Cannabis Resheduling with their Chevron Case Ruling, Yes or No?
Schedule III Rescheduling might have just died As many of you know, I’ve never been a fan of rescheduling cannabis to Schedule III. It’s a...
AARP Dipsensary Discounts? – Cannabis Use by Older Americans Has Doubled in Just the Last 36 Months Alone
Marijuana usage among older persons in the United States has nearly quadrupled over the past three years, according to a new research supported by AARP....
Top Office of Cannabis Management official resigns after report finds allegations against him ‘unsubstantiated’
Damian Fagon, the embattled Chief Equity Officer at the Office of Cannabis Management, resigned on Friday following an investigation into allegations of retaliation and favoritism,...
Creatine for Muscle Growth, But What About Creatine for Your Cannabis Plants and Soil?
Introduction The question of whether to use creatine as a supplement for cannabis plants has piqued the interest of many growers, as creatine is primarily...
The Guy Who Made Marijuana Illegal in 1971 Said Weed Really Isn’t That Bad on Secret Tape Recordings
Secret Tapes Reveal that the Father of the Drug War didn’t think that weed was that bad Richard Nixon, often regarded as the “Father of...
Wealth-Based Pell Grant Could Reduce Student Debt and Racial Wealth Inequality
A proposed federal financial aid policy could change the lives of postsecondary students, particularly Black and Latinx students, by allowing them to spend less out-of-pocket...
CORY CLASEMANN
Cory Clasemann has been named president of Southeast Technical College. He served as vice president for student success at Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis,...
Turns Out the ‘Barstool of Weed’ Isn’t Cannabis.Net After All, But It’s Actually Barstool Sports Itself!
Barstool Sports Expands Into Cannabis Industry, Partners With Green Thumb Industries Cannabis.net, often referred to as the “Barstool of Weed” since 2016, will happily relinquish...
The Growing Buzz for Cannabis Legalization in Cyprus: How Social Media is Driving Change
In recent days, the conversation around cannabis legalization in Cyprus has reached a new level of intensity. About eight days ago, social media platforms like...
Three Ways To Take Control of Your Finances
As a financial planner I’ve seen how intimidated most people are by finance. I see lots of clients who don’t understand basic finance, thus they...
MICHELLE KIRKHAM
Michelle Kirkham has been named director of development at Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Missouri. She previously coordinated fundraising at Quincy University in Illinois. Kirkham holds...
Proposed Legislation Would Create Program to Support Students’ Basic Needs
U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Representative Norma J. Torres (D-Calif), reintroduce the Basic Assistance for Students in College (BASIC) Act on Wednesday, a bicameral legislation...
Wet Marijuana – How Do You Dry Out Your Wet Stash?
Whether you bought your cannabis or dried it yourself, there’s a good chance it got wet accidently. This might have happened by mistake or because...
What Product Created $8,700,000,000 in Tax Revenue for States in Just 36 Months?
The legalization of cannabis has transformed the economic landscape of many states across the United States. New federal data reveals that since 2021, states have...
Anti-Racist Teachers: Disrupting Resegregation [Overrepresentation] in Special Education
Editor’s Note: With the exception of the last section about an Anti-Racist, Culturally Competent Special Education Model, the content in this article comes from a...
Does Hemp Have Cancer-Fighting Properties? – New Study Shows More Therapeutic Value in Hemp Than We Thought
Does Hemp Have Cancer-Fighting Properties? Hemp, Weed’s Cousin, May Have More Therapeutic Value Than We Thought While both hemp and cannabis come from the same...
Former and current OCM regulators, brand owners and more to speak at NY Cannabis Insider conference
NY Cannabis Insider (NYCI) is hosting its only full-day industry conference of the year at the Crowne Plaza (Desmond Hotel) in Albany, N.Y. on September...
RONNIE D. WILLIAMS
Ronnie D. Williams has been appointed Senior DEI Strategist and Advisor at Hendrix College. He is retired from the University of Central Arkansas, where he...
Self Awareness and Emotional Intelligence Integral for College Presidency Effectiveness
Over 700 college and university presidents have responded to a new survey, providing a glimpse into the ever-evolving higher education landscape. Their insights along with...
Why is Everyone But the Youth Smoking Weed?
In recent years, the landscape of cannabis use has undergone a surprising transformation, defying long-held predictions and challenging conventional wisdom. For decades, opponents of marijuana...
The Price of Cannabis Could Drop Over 50% with Full Federal Legalization? Margins are Bad Now, But Could Get Worse!
Introduction As Benzinga suggested first, new research suggests that cannabis prices in the United States could significantly decrease if the substance were legalized nationwide. Legalizing...
NY Cannabis Insider’s week in legal weed for September 14, 2024
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next full-day conference in Albany on Sept. 25, 2024. Tickets available now. Happy weekend, everyone! We hope everyone’s enjoying...
MPOLI SIMWANZA-JOHNSON
Mpoli Simwanza-Johnson has been named general counsel for the Colorado State University Foundation. She served as director of legal affairs at the University of Wisconsin...
Fostering Success
Dr. Charles J. Alexander oversees the legacy of the Academic Advancement Program (AAP) at UCLA, one of the longest running academic support programs for first-generation,...
Petitioning for the Right to Work
Undocumented students in California’s higher education system may soon be able to get a job in California’s public universities and colleges. California would become the...