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“Our role at the wellness center isn’t to be prohibitionists. We’re not anti-drug,” Logan said. “We promote responsible use… The drug we see the most that people are struggling with is cannabis.” - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Wellness center prepares students for 4/20 with t-break series

Braijon Williams April 10, 2024

In April, there’s a certain national day that happens on the 20th every year where, not just students, but anyone who partakes in cannabis celebrates their love for marijuana. This so-called holiday...

If you are looking for movies to watch for 4/20 then look no further. - Photo via Alex Litvin

Baked and Binge-Worthy: Movies to watch when you’re high

Sylent Lee Michaels April 19, 2023

Since it is 4/20 and marijuana is legal for recreational use in New Jersey, what better way to commemorate the holiday than to put together a list full of movie recommendations that are especially captivating...

Restore Dispensaries is just shy of a mile away from campus. -Photo via restoredispensaries.com

Glassboro cannabis shop Restore Dispensary talks about cannabis cultures

Bryant Lopez April 19, 2023

Since April 21, 2022, the day cannabis was legalized in New Jersey, dispensaries have continued to dot the landscape. Restore Dispensary, a medical marijuana merchant with six locations in Pennsylvania,...

In celebration of 4/20, Lopez discusses the best songs to listen to while high. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Music for my lungs: The best songs to listen to while high

Bryant Lopez April 19, 2023

There are many things that a person can do on 4/20. They can spend the day eating, taking a walk, watching a movie or a show or playing video games. But the best thing that a person can do is listen to...

Rowan chemists conducting an experiment for cannabis research. - Photo via Rowan University

Rowan’s Institute for Cannabis Research, Policy and Workforce Development

Drew Peltzman April 19, 2023

Every year, on April 20, meditative peace is brought to the chaotic world for just one day. No matter the runway, college students across the country will be flying high Thursday night. But how much do...

Sometimes marijuana can bring people together. Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Michaels: Why I will always advocate for marijuana

Sylent Lee Michaels April 19, 2023

April 20, 2023 is upon us. My second favorite holiday of the year (right behind Halloween)! A day to celebrate a gift from our Earth that has helped so many. A day to join together with your friends. The...

A person consuming marijuana through smoke inhalation. Photo via Wikipedia Creative Commons

Harmon: Unveiling the negative effects of smoking weed

Al Harmon April 19, 2023

The topic of marijuana is a contentious one, with opinions on its use varying widely. As a 21 year old who has never smoked weed, I have observed its effects on those around me. Many of my friends and...

Marijuana has a long and complicated history in the United States.- Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

A blunt examination of the disjointed history of 4/20

Sylent Lee Michaels April 19, 2023

The sacred holiday of 4/20 is upon us. A day celebrated by those who share the love of the plant known as cannabis, marijuana, ganja, Mary Jane, devils' lettuce or pot.   The history of marijuana...

THC Go Co-Founders Jonathan Tecum-Chavez (left) and Kevin Asare (right) presenting their business at the NJ Cannabis Insider Business Conference. - Photo via @__Koriography on Instagram

Rowan students dive into cannabis delivery industry with “THC Go”

Nigel Pala April 19, 2023

It's been a year since cannabis was legalized for recreational use in New Jersey, and entrepreneurs statewide are intent on capitalizing on the new industry. Among the sharks in the newly built tank are...

NJ Department of Labor grants Rowan University a $325,000 grant towards a cannabis apprenticeship. - Graphic / Julia Quennessen

Rowan takes first hit on state cannabis grants

Connor Brown January 25, 2023

Students aspiring to roll into the cannabis industry in the Garden State will be given the opportunity to pursue a higher living due in part to state grants and joint partnerships.  The New Jersey...

Student Indu Mithra Madhuranthakam shares their thoughts on the recent legalization of cannabis use in New Jersey. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Madhuranthakam: How is this Legal?

Indu Madhuranthakam April 26, 2022

How is it okay? How can a psychoactive drug that has the potential to push people off the edge and make them dependent on it be legalized for recreational use?While there is an ongoing debate about how...

Required courses are the same as the MBA concentration which are: Evolution of the Cannabis Industry and Business Model Innovation in Cannabis. -Photo via Pixabay.com.

Rowan University Offers Nation’s First Masters in Cannabis Commercialization 

Victoria McGivern April 26, 2022

With cannabis being legalized for commercial sale and recreational use in the state of New Jersey as of April 21, 2022, Rowan University has coincided with state law and is now offering the nation’s...

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