JESSICA SNOWDEN
Jessica Snowden has been named vice chancellor for research at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Snowden holds master’s degrees in health professions teaching...
Columbia University President Steps Down
Columbia University President Dr. Minouche Shafik resigned her post effective Aug. 14. The university has been embroiled in controversy since antiwar demonstrations reached a fever...
GAO Releases Data on Return to Student Loan Repayments
Nearly a third of borrowers whose federal student loans entered repayment in October 2023, following the COVID-19 pandemic extended pause, are past due on the...
Smoking Anything to Get It In Your Body is a Bad Idea – Heavy Weed Smoking Can Cause Higher Neck and Head Cancer Rates, Too.
Recent headlines claim “smoking weed” can lead to higher rates of neck, face, and lung cancer. The problem with that statement is in the “villian”...
AAUP Condemns New, Heavy-Handed Campus Protest Policies
The American Association of University Professors, or AAUP, has responded to a proliferation of administrative actions it deems as hastily enacted policies restricting rights to...
CARLA PANZELLA
Carla Panzella has been appointed vice provost for student affairs at the University of Pittsburgh. She served as dean of students and associate vice provost....
Leading with Purpose: Lessons from My Initial Years as a College President
Since becoming a college president, students and community members frequently have asked me what the day in the life of a college president entails. With...
A New Era of Excellence
If Dr. Valerie Kinloch could tell her teenage self anything, she’d say “Girl, stop doubting yourself and do not listen to anyone who tells you...
Should Female Orgasm Disorder (FOD) Be a Qualifing Condition for Medical Marijuana?
Should Female Orgasm Disorder be a qualifying condition for Medical Cannabis? Sex is a fundamental aspect of the human condition, driving our species forward and...
A Summer of Love: HBCUs and the Culture of Caring
What a difference a summer makes! In the few weeks since announcing her candidacy for president, Vice President Kamala Harris has ignited a level of...
Cannabis Association of NY loses bulk of its board of directors
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in NYC on Aug. 13, 2024. Tickets available now. Four board members at the Cannabis Association...
FREDA COLEMAN-JACKSON
Freda Coleman-Jackson has been appointed assistant dean of career strategy at Washington and Lee University. She recently served a two-year term on NALP’s Regional Leadership...
Report Examines the Four-Day School Week
Though overall teacher turnover increased in districts that moved to four-day school weeks, morale and retention rates improved due to the reduced workweek, according to...
Bezos Family Foundation Invests $185M in Center for Rising Generations
A newly established Center for Rising Generations at the Aspen Institute is expected to become a resource for youth, young adults, and those who support...
Senior Leadership Shakeup at FAMU
Florida A&M University Interim President Dr. Timothy L. Beard has announced changes on the horizon for the embattled institution. Beard wrote in a letter to...
The #1 Reason Marijuana Companies Fail Is… A. High Taxes B. 280E Rules C. Nonpayment D. No Banking
Michigan isn’t just competing with California in the regulated recreational marijuana market; it’s also matching California in unpaid invoices. Brett Gelfand, managing partner at Cannabiz...
Planet Nugg dispensary owner to Nassau County: ‘Wake up’ to cannabis reality
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in NYC on Aug. 13, 2024. Tickets available now. In a few short weeks, Planet Nugg...
People to know in NY cannabis: Lindsay Trammel
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in NYC on Aug. 13, 2024. Tickets available now. Lindsay Trammel is co-general manager at VERDI...
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...
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...