Cannabis Policies and Resources
Adult-use cannabis became legal in Maryland on July 1, 2023. Despite the new state law, cannabis remains a Schedule 1 drug under federal law. As a result, institutions of higher education receiving federal funds must continue to prohibit the use, possession, and distribution of cannabis on campus and at campus-sponsored events and activities off campus.
The resources on this page are designed to provide information and tools to help schools remain compliant with federal law.
Highlights: Parents and Families as Partners in Reducing Substance Use
Malinda Hollis Kennedy shared the latest research on family engagement in higher education. A 2024 book, Engaging Families in Higher Education: Lessons Learned and Best Practices, highlights parents’ changing role.
Highlights: Lessons Learned for Cannabis from Alcohol and Tobacco
David Jernigan, PhD, professor, Dept of Health Law, Policy and Management, Asst Dean for Practice, Boston University of Public Health, co-founder of the Maryland Collaborative, and a national alcohol policy expert, talked about the lessons we can learn for cannabis policy from what we have or have not learned from alcohol and tobacco.
Comic: Cannabis at college? What Maryland students need to know
This comic strip provides information about what Maryland students should know about cannabis at college.
What the Maryland Cannabis Law Means for Colleges
Legalization of cannabis brings unique challenges to academic institutions primarily due to conflicts with federal law. In this guest commentary, Sara Benjamin-Neelon and Ramie Eck counsel students to not get high and faculty to support students.
Campus Council Quarterly Meeting Highlights June 2023
Dr. Jason Kilmer shared his lessons learned from state cannabis legalization for campus policy and enforcement.
Cannabis
A lot of conflicting and confusing information exists today about cannabis, also known as marijuana. Our goal is to give you science-based information and tips you can use to have important conversations with your college student.
Social Media Resources
Cannabis is Addictive. Regular use and starting use at a young age can lead to cannabis use disorder.
Model Campus Cannabis Policies, Sanctions, and Consequences
Ban unlawful use, possession, and distribution of cannabis. Describe health risks. Describe alcohol/drug counseling services available to students. Clearly enumerate sanctions for cannabis policy violations
TikTok Script: Maryland’s New Cannabis Law
Student A thinks that under Maryland’s new cannabis law anyone can use cannabis now anywhere they want.
Student B knows the law, including where students can and cannot use cannabis under Maryland’s new law.
Maryland’s New Cannabis Law and Medical Marijuana on Campus
Images from PowerPoint on Maryland’s New Cannabis Law and Medical Marijuana on Campus
Maryland Cannabis Law FAQs
The new cannabis law will take effect July 1, 2023. It will be legal for adults 21 years of age and older in Maryland to possess less than 1.5 ounces of cannabis for recreational use.
Cannabis Policies and Resources
Highlights: Parents and Families as Partners in Reducing Substance Use
Malinda Hollis Kennedy shared the latest research on family engagement in higher education. A 2024 book, Engaging Families in Higher Education: Lessons Learned and Best Practices, highlights parents’ changing role.
Highlights: Lessons Learned for Cannabis from Alcohol and Tobacco
David Jernigan, PhD, professor, Dept of Health Law, Policy and Management, Asst Dean for Practice, Boston University of Public Health, co-founder of the Maryland Collaborative, and a national alcohol policy expert, talked about the lessons we can learn for cannabis policy from what we have or have not learned from alcohol and tobacco.
Comic: Cannabis at college? What Maryland students need to know
This comic strip provides information about what Maryland students should know about cannabis at college.
What the Maryland Cannabis Law Means for Colleges
Legalization of cannabis brings unique challenges to academic institutions primarily due to conflicts with federal law. In this guest commentary, Sara Benjamin-Neelon and Ramie Eck counsel students to not get high and faculty to support students.
Campus Council Quarterly Meeting Highlights June 2023
Dr. Jason Kilmer shared his lessons learned from state cannabis legalization for campus policy and enforcement.
Cannabis
A lot of conflicting and confusing information exists today about cannabis, also known as marijuana. Our goal is to give you science-based information and tips you can use to have important conversations with your college student.
Social Media Resources
Cannabis is Addictive. Regular use and starting use at a young age can lead to cannabis use disorder.
Model Campus Cannabis Policies, Sanctions, and Consequences
Ban unlawful use, possession, and distribution of cannabis. Describe health risks. Describe alcohol/drug counseling services available to students. Clearly enumerate sanctions for cannabis policy violations
TikTok Script: Maryland’s New Cannabis Law
Student A thinks that under Maryland’s new cannabis law anyone can use cannabis now anywhere they want.
Student B knows the law, including where students can and cannot use cannabis under Maryland’s new law.
Maryland’s New Cannabis Law and Medical Marijuana on Campus
Images from PowerPoint on Maryland’s New Cannabis Law and Medical Marijuana on Campus
Maryland Cannabis Law FAQs
The new cannabis law will take effect July 1, 2023. It will be legal for adults 21 years of age and older in Maryland to possess less than 1.5 ounces of cannabis for recreational use.