Cannabis Professor Jose Lema - Part 02 - Cannabis Education at SIU

Welcome to the second half of Cannabiz Conversations with Jose Lima! In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of cannabis research and education at Southern Illinois University (SIU).Join us as we discuss the groundbreaking work being done at the Cannabis Science Center, where multidisciplinary teams are coming together to explore the potential of cannabis in horticulture and plant science. Jose shares his journey as the first faculty member dedicated to cannabis studies and the challenges he faces with bureaucracy in academia.We also explore the innovative courses being offered, including Controlled Environment Agriculture, Cannabis Production, and the hands-on Cannabis Practicum, where students grow their own plants and compete for the highest yield.Discover how SIU is leading the way in cannabis education, the increasing enrollment of passionate students, and the exciting career opportunities in the rapidly growing cannabis industry.Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that highlights the importance of science, education, and the future of cannabis!Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction00:15 - Overview of Fat Nugs Magazine01:07 - The beginnings of the cannabis program at SIU03:07 - The impact of cannabis on horticulture and agriculture06:06 - Bureaucratic challenges in cannabis research12:29 - The need for updated cannabis science15:46 - Course descriptions and hands-on learning20:38 - Student success stories and career opportunities24:47 - Final thoughts and upcoming eventsSubscribe and share this episode with someone who loves the CannaBiz!