Oaksterdam University Michigan
 
 

Oaksterdam University returns to Ann Arbor, Michigan
September 3rd - 5th, 2011. Call 510-251-1544 to enroll.

***SPECIAL PRICE FOR OUMI SEMINAR***
Basic Seminar (2-Days) ONLY $250



Oaksterdam University, the first trade school in the America offering quality training for the cannabis industry, will be returning to Ann Arbor during Labor Day Weekend. If you want to become a patient, caregiver, cannabis legalization advocate, or are interested in working in the cannabis field, OU is for you!

Course ID number B20110903MI includes Saturday and Sunday classes 10am-5pm both days


Politics and History, Federal and State Legal Issues, Working with your Local Government, Civics
This course will cover the political history of cannabis and important recent legal decisions that affect patients' rights and the blossoming cannabis industry. Discuss specifics of the laws that govern cannabis distribution, cultivation, possession, and consumption for medical patients and their caregivers. Get the latest information on how current court decisions affect you. Learn how to protect your rights in a police encounter. Have your questions answered by prominent cannabis experts, lawyers and advocates.

Horticulture
Learn how to start a garden, grow cannabis medicine from seed or starter plant, and produce a quality harvest. Experienced horticulture instructor Jeff Jones will detail the basics of watering, lighting, ventilation, cycles, and equipment options. Information regarding outdoor and indoor cultivation will be presented, including hydroponics. Even experienced gardeners can learn from the detailed presentations about pest control, smell abatement, security, pH balance, and drying/curing. Learn how to grow quality medicine safely and responsibly.

Methods of Ingestion: Cooking, Extracts and Concentrates, Vaporizing, Medical Applications for Mainstream Medicine
Who knew there were so many ways to ingest cannabis? A plethora of alternatives to smoking cannabis are now available, including confections, cheesecakes, salad dressings, and drinks. Learn the basics of how to cook with cannabis. Instructors discuss whole plant medicine and extracts, and how to regulate and titrate dosages to use in your own recipes. Learn about the different extraction methods and equipment used. Unlock the science of cannabis with Dale Sky Jones; understand the body's interaction with the cannabis plant, therapeutic applications and explore scientific research summaries for clinical uses.

Becoming a qualified Patient or Caregiver
Learn how to become a qualified patient and/or caregiver under Michigan law. This class is written by attorneys and expert witnesses that testify in medical marijuana court cases and participate in their local government.

*We are interested in offering breakout groups for advocates of other states to network! Please tell admissions if you are interested in participating in a breakout session during specific Michigan law classes, and tell us which state you are interested in! If enough folks want, we will make this happen!



Advanced Seminar (1-Day) ONLY $100

Any Student who has ever attended any OU 101, OUMI 101, or Oakland Prerequisite classes CAN ATTEND just the Monday 102 Seminar!
Course ID number A20110905MI includes Monday classes 10:00am-5:00pm


Special Growing Class! Earth Friendly Cannaculture™ using Organics & Veganics with Kyle Kushman
Taught by Kyle Kushman, a cannabis cultivation expert with nearly 20 years of experience teaching organic growing techniques. Kyle is famous for his 15+ year association with High Times Magazine, where he distinguished himself by writing dozens of stories covering all methods of cannabis cultivation and enjoyment.
  • Learn Veganic Cultivation Techniques to Grow the Healthiest Medicinal Cannabis Possible
  • Earth Friendly Cannaculture™ has the Lowest Impact on the Environment of all Cultivation Methods
  • Utilize Beneficial Bacteria, Enzymes, Microbes, and Fungi to grow bigger, healthier, more disease-resistant plants
  • Maximize your efforts with Advanced Yield Techniques

Patient Relations
Learn the ins and outs of great patient service by effectively and responsibly care giving for medical cannabis patients. Learn about the different strains and their effects. Knowing which strains help various medical conditions allows you to provide helpful, knowledgeable service to patients in need.

Economic$
Eighty percent of Americans agree that the current policy of prohibition has failed. Oaksterdam University students, alumni, volunteers, faculty, staff and instructors are working hard with local and state government to make safer communities through the regulation of cannabis. This short class will help you facilitate the discussion about the economic benefits of regulating the sales and commercial cultivation for medical and adult use. Class includes facts and talking points on how regulating hemp and cannabis offers solutions for our economy, creating jobs.

Michigan Cannabusiness 102
Cannabusiness 102 explores opportunities to take agriculture and the business aspects of cannabis to a new level, with Michigan experts and attorneys providing insight to the lesson plan.

*We are interested in offering breakout groups for advocates of other states to network! Please tell admissions if you are interested in participating in a breakout session during specific Michigan law classes, and tell us which state you are interested in! If enough folks want, we will make this happen!

All students will receive a disc with all of the binder information on it included with the price of the seminar. We will also offer a limited amount of printed OU Binders for $40. Please reserve your printed copy when you register to be sure you receive one! Oaksterdam University required horticulture textbooks and 10 Rules For Dealing With Police DVD are available for purchase in advance, online, or at the event (limited supplies).

Please call admissions (510) 251-1544 to enroll right away. This seminar sold out last year. We are trying to bring the full Oaksterdam Student Experience to Michigan in a way you can afford, so we are offering a special reduced enrollment for this seminar. During the weekend, you will be able to purchase an Oaksterdam Lanyard to hold your patient identification. Also available, the OU Student ID Card (take a photo and your ID will be mailed to you). We will take an optional class photo that will be e-mailed to anyone participating in the photo (planned for Sunday, optional participation).

If you would like to register for one or both of our seminars, please follow these steps:


Call (510) 251-1544 with your credit card handy.
*OR
  1. Click here and select a class in Michigan. Write down the Course ID numbers. You must enroll in (or have already completed) the Basic Seminar before taking the Advanced Seminar. If you took the Basic Course in Michigan, or at another campus, such as Oakland or Los Angeles, you are already eligible to take the Advanced course.
  2. Download the enrollment form: Enrollment form
  3. Fill out the enrollment form completely. Make sure that we have a way of contacting you in the event that class times change or class is canceled.
  4. Sign the form and mail it in with a check, money order or credit card number to:
    Oaksterdam University
    1600 Broadway
    Oakland, CA 94612
Make checks payable to "Oaksterdam University". You will receive a courtesy phone call confirming your successful enrollment. It is important that you provide us with a working phone number. Without one, we cannot confirm your enrollment. Please be aware that classes are on a first-come-first-serve basis. Do NOT send your enrollment form to the Clarion Hotel. Doing so will significantly delay the processing of your form and may result in you being turned away due to lack of space.

For your privacy protection, we are unable to accept a fax with your personal information.

For help or to register for classes, please call (510) 251-1544.

The seminars will be held at the following location:

Clarion Hotel and Conference Center
2900 Jackson Avenue
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Phone: 734-665-4444

Spending the night? Call the Clarion Hotel and tell them you are with "Oaksterdam" to reserve your special group room rate immediately.

Clarion Hotel® and Conference Center Phone: 734-665-4444
The Clarion Hotel® and Conference Center is just two miles from the University of Michigan and Michigan Stadium, home of the U of M football team. Downtown Ann Arbor and its array of attractions, entertainment venues and theaters are just minutes away.

Additional local points of interest close to this Ann Arbor, MI hotel include:
  • Eastern Michigan University
  • Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
  • Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
Ann Arbor is a delightful city that offers cultural diversity, a rich tradition in art, numerous museums, and sports and recreation opportunities for all seasons. A number of retailers, specialty stores and restaurants can be found close to the hotel.

As a guest of this Ann Arbor, MI hotel, you can enjoy amenities like:
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet access
  • Free local calls
This Michigan hotel offers additional features including a restaurant, room service, indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna and exercise room. Students will welcome additional conveniences like the public computer with Internet access, and copy and fax service.

With spacious guest rooms that are equipped with microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers with free coffee, curved shower rods, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards, safes and cable television, feeling at home while you stay shouldn't be a problem. Select rooms also have hot tubs, desks and sofa sleepers. Connecting rooms can be requested. There are limited smoking rooms available, the hotel appreciates that you please only request a smoking room if you use tobacco!

For added convenience, this is a pet-friendly hotel; fees apply. Laundry facilities are located on the premises and valet-cleaning service is available. Ample free parking is provided and can accommodate most vehicles.

For Sleeping Room Reservations:

Individuals are to make their own reservations. Ask for the Group Name, "Oaksterdam University" to receive our discount rate (King $69.00, Double $72.00 plus tax). All reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card at the time of making the reservation. The hotel will continue to accept reservations at the discounted rate on a space available basis only after August 1, 2011. Check in time is 3:00 pm and check out time is 11:00 am.

Good Neighbors...
We determine the relationships we have with our neighbors based on our behavior. If we show consideration for those who do not appreciate cannabis consumption near their homes and children, our neighbors are more likely to show us understanding or tolerance in return. Please remember we reflect not just OUMI, but cannabis consumers and advocates in general. Please do not hang out medicating in public or near homes, before or after class, as you may deeply concern the neighbors, other guests, or draw the unwanted attention of Law Enforcement. Thank you in advance for your consideration!