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Cultivating cannabis: Higher ed’s influence on a billion-dollar industry

The cannabis market, a behemoth estimated at $40-57 billion nationally, is not just booming; it’s reshaping industries, creating over 300 jobs daily. This isn’t a passing trend; it’s the ‘wild west’ of opportunities. Formal education could be the game-changer, offering employers a skilled workforce and establishing much-needed standards. Read more

Community college students are returning to four-year institutions, up nearly 8% since last year

State and nationwide efforts to tackle student equity and close the gap on access and affordability for all students have cost millions of dollars and have required mass coordination between higher ed stakeholders. The latest enrollment figures for upward transfer students from two-year institutions to four-year institutions illustrate life-bearing vital signs. Read more