BINDHU ALAPPAT
Bindhu Alappat has been appointed vice president of academic affairs at Holy Family University. She served as dean of the School of Humanities, Arts &...
The Ohio University Rename College of Fine Arts After Jeffery Chaddock, Mark Morrow
The Ohio University College of Fine Arts is being renamed the Jeffery D. Chaddock and Mark A. Morrow College of Fine Arts. Ohio’s Board of...
Alabama Community Colleges See Highest Enrollments in a Decade
Jimmy H. BakerMore than 170,000 residents enrolled in academic courses or registered for adult education and workforce training during the 2023-24 school year, according to...
Mitchell Named President of Howard University Hospital
Dr. Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., has been named president of Howard University Hospital. Adventist HealthCare and Howard University recently announced the appointment as part of...
Report Identifies Decline in Black Male HBCU Enrollment
Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) experienced a drastic decline in Black student enrollment during the decade between 2010 and 2020, according to a new...
Legal Psychedelic Dispensaries for Psilocybin and Shrooms Launch in Colorado – What You Need to Know!
Colorado’s trailblazing journey toward the legalization of psychedelics has reached a significant turning point with the formal establishment of a complete set of laws for...
Smoking a Fatty Doesn’t Make You a Fatty! – Cannabis Users Are Less Likely to Be Obese and Have Lower BMIs Than Non Users
Cannabis users are less likely to be obese than non-tokers! For decades, cannabis users have been unfairly stereotyped as lazy, unproductive individuals with an insatiable...
Parkinson’s Patients are Self-Medicating with Cannabis, and Seeing Good Results!
Parkinson’s disease is a terrible neurodegenerative disorder that severely impacts one’s movement. Since it affects the nervous system, movement, and body parts that are controlled...
The Solo Cup Grow-lympics – A New Cannabis Grower Challenge Anyone Can Do!
Solo Cup Growlympics – A New Grower Challenge anyone can do! As a long-time cannabis enthusiast and cultivator, I’ve seen my fair share of elaborate...
Jersey City earned $240K from cannabis sales. Now how will the city spend it?
Jersey City has collected a lot of green —in both weed and currency. In the year since the first dispensary opened its doors, the city’s...
MONICA G. WILLIAMS
Monica G. Williams has been appointed Houston campus president of Texas Woman’s University. She served as foundation president and vice president of advancement at the...
‘The Kamala Effect:’ Harris’s Nomination is Bringing Attention to HBCUs
The Democratic National Convention held in Chicago was a celebration of Vice President Kamala Harris, now the party’s official nominee for President of the United...
Torres to Retire from National Student Clearinghouse
National Student Clearinghouse’s longtime president and CEO Rick Torres has announced his intention to retire from the nonprofit provider of higher education verifications and electronic...
Torres to Retire at National Student Clearinghouse
National Student Clearinghouse’s longtime president and CEO Rick Torres has announced his intention to retire from the nonprofit provider of higher education verifications and electronic...
Proctor Institute Explores Higher Ed ‘Equity’ in 3-Part Series
The Samuel DeWitt Proctor Institute for Leadership, Equity, & Justice has released its final report on equity in higher education. “Wounded Healers: The Pandemic, Racial...
JEROME COLEY
Jerome Coley has been named sports information director at Coahoma Community College in Clarksdale, Mississippi. He served as coordinator of tutorial services and intramural sports...
Inside a Chinese Run Illegal Cannabis Farm – The Human Cost of Marijuana Prohibition
In the ongoing saga of drug prohibition, cannabis stands as a prime example of the unintended consequences that arise when governments attempt to suppress substances...
Red Bull Sativa? Monster Energy Kush? – THC Energy Drinks Hit the Market, Gamechanger or Bad Combo?
It was only a matter of time until someone had the idea of mixing caffeine with cannabis. Energy drinks like Red Bull and Monster have...
Report: Parents of Prospective College Students Worry about Cost and Safety
EAB, formerly the Education Advisory Board, periodically surveys parents of students applying to college to understand their attitudes and the factors that influence their behaviors....
PATRICIA BENSON
Patricia Benson has been appointed campus chief executive officer of CT State Housatonic in Bridgeport. She served as vice president for finance and administration at...
Manhattan College Becomes Manhattan University
Manhattan College is now Manhattan University. The institution recently underwent a name change approved by the New York State Board of Regents in recognition of...
Johns Hopkins Revives Standardized Testing Requirement
Johns Hopkins University plans to require undergraduate applicants to submit ACT or SAT scores for admission in fall 2026. The university plans to resume its...
Award-Winning Journalist to Receive Lovejoy Award for Courage in Journalism
Jacqueline Charles has been selected to receive the 2024 Lovejoy Award for Courage in Journalism from Colby College. “It is with tremendous honor that I...
Lenoir-Rhyne Receives $1.2M Grant to Promote STEM Pathways
Lenoir-Rhyne University has been awarded a $1.2 million grant through the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The grant is...
Which Cannabinoids Help Fight Anxiety and Panic Attacks?
Which Cannabinoids Should You Be Consuming To Treat Anxiety?These Powerhouse Molecules Can Help Fight The Sunday Scaries According to the World Health Organization, approximately 4%...
FRANCES TEVES
Frances Teves has been appointed vice president for university advancement at Cal Poly Pomona. She served as interim vice president for university advancement. Teves holds a...
Senators Slam Book Dumping at New College of Florida
U.S. Senators Patty Murray of Washington and Susan Collins of Maine expressed outrage over reports that New College of Florida discarded hundreds of books, including...
Cannabis and Dementia – What We Now Know and Don’t Know
Dementia, an umbrella term encompassing various neurodegenerative disorders, has become a growing concern worldwide. With the legalization of medical and recreational marijuana in many regions,...
Nonprofit Jobs in the United States and Around the World
With nearly 10,000 jobs at nonprofits, social enterprises, and government agencies around the world, we think we’ve got a pretty comprehensive database of opportunities. At...
Higher Education’s Silence on Sonya Massey’s Death is Deafening
In my own journey as a higher education practitioner whose research and practice has always focused on remedying issues of inclusion and diversity, I have...
Ohio University Names Residence Hall After Former President
Ohio University has named its new South Green residence hall after former president Dr. Roderick J. McDavis. “Deborah and I are deeply humbled by this...
President Biden Kicks Off Democratic National Convention
President Joe Biden spoke at the opening night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, touting the administration’s progress in key areas over the past...
JD Vance Says There’s Fentanyl in Our Teens’ Bags of Marijuana, So Shouldn’t We Legalize and Regulate Cannabis ASAP for Safety?
JD Vance’s Claim About Fentanyl in Marijuana Lacks Evidence During a recent campaign event with the Milwaukee Police Association in Wisconsin, Senator JD Vance (R-OH)...
Where to Buy Cannabis Seeds? Your Ultimate Guide to Buying Cannabis Seeds in the USA
With the growing popularity of cannabis cultivation in the USA, more and more enthusiasts are looking to buy cannabis seeds. Whether you’re a novice grower...
Bill to Consider Student Parent Finances Progresses in California State Legislature
Assemblymember Marc BermanCalifornia state legislators are considering a bill designed to ensure that students who are parents can get the most out of their student...
Harper to Feature in September Tuesdays Together National Speaker Series
Racial equity expert Dr. Shaun R. Harper will be a featured speaker during September’s Tuesdays Together National Speaker Series conversation hosted by the North Carolina...
Cannabis Curing Systems – How to Automate Your Curing Process for the DIY Grower
Creating an automated curing system for your cannabis can simplify the process and improve the quality of your buds. It’s also a rewarding project if...
Cannabis Prohibition in a Tyranny of Science, A Crime Against the Nation Argues New Law Paper
The Tyranny of Science: Prohibition is a crime against the Nation! For those familiar with my work, you know I’ve long stood in opposition to...
How Do I Keep My Cat and Dog Away from My Marijuana Plants?
Keeping cats and dogs out of your cannabis garden is essential for protecting your plants and ensuring a successful harvest. Pets can inadvertently cause significant...
Best CBD Gummies in 2024 for Stress Relief, Pain Relief & Boosted Energy
Hemp-derived products are growing in popularity, and colorful and chewable CBD gummies offer the most delicious way to enjoy the potential health benefits of CBD...
Friendly Fire: Harris’s media dodge, Cops & Cannabis, and Sherrill’s counterpunch
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...
Hemp Seeds for Chicken Feed? – Do You Like Fried Chicken or Chickens Who Are Fried?
The poultry industry in the United States is a colossal enterprise, producing billions of chickens annually to meet the ever-growing demand for poultry meat and...
College Inside-Out Initiative Gets $1M Boost Through Federal Grant
Muhlenberg College’s ongoing efforts to educate incarcerated individuals recently received a boost indirectly from federal dollars awarded to the City of Allentown, Pennsylvania. Allentown is...
Adage Capital Gifts $10M to Launch UNCF’s Project ACCLAIM
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) is launching a new partnership that seeks to cultivate a student pipeline from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs)...
ACLU of Florida Rebukes Book Disposal at New College of Florida
The ACLU of Florida has responded to allegations that the New College of Florida discreetly dumped hundreds of library books in a landfill. The act...
Most People Will Pay Higher Prices for Weed from Legal Sources if Available – Wait, What??
Most People buy from legal sources if available In 2014, a groundbreaking commercial hit the airwaves, pushing the boundaries of cannabis advertising in a way...
The Cannabis Buffer Zone Debate – NY Grapples with How Many Dispensaries Are Too Many Dispensaries in a Neighborhood
Should there be a geographical boundary between dispensaries? What about competition and a free market? Let dispensaries open just like pizza shops and shoe stores...
Protecting Cannabis Seeds: Safeguarding Seeds from the Most Common Threats
Cannabis cultivation begins with a tiny yet vital component: the seed. Cannabis seed safety is crucial because it ensures that these seeds remain viable until...
Fostering a New Era of Success: Cultivating Black Male Educators to Propel Student Achievement
The American education system faces a persistent and troubling gap: the significant underrepresentation of Black male educators. With Black males making up only about 2%...
A Scholarship of the Underserved to Inspire Equity
Dr. Tryan L. McMickens’s scholarship centers on historically marginalized and underserved populations that suffer from inequities, particularly in higher education. The research is rich and...