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Wear your masks proudly

Hi, We're Jan and Rob Young

Posted by Fred Steiner on April 28, 2020 - 11:23am

Welcome to the Icon's feature "Wear your mask proudly." We invite viewers to send a photo of themselves wearing a mask.

It's a way to encourage viewers to wear masks when in public and to recognize those who are thoughful enough to take the time to wear one.

Send your mask photo to: [email protected].

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People

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Bluffton changes admissions requirements

Now a "test flexible" university

Posted by Fred Steiner on April 27, 2020 - 3:22pm

Bluffton University is adopting a test-flexible policy for prospective students who are applying as first-year or transfer students in undergraduate degree programs.

Students who are consistently on their high school honor roll can be admitted solely based on GPA.

“In a time when there are many complexities around access to standardized tests, Bluffton University is committed to better support students who want to be successful in college” said Robin Bowlus, vice president of enrollment management.

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Bluffton University

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Pasta noodle bridge

Posted by Fred Steiner on April 27, 2020 - 3:14pm

Kailey McGuire, Bluffton fifth grader, made a bridge in science class using pasta noodles with help from a hot glue gun. The bridge held 9.5 pounds before it broke. Kailey is in Mrs. Boblitt's class and her science teacher is Mr. Richards. The Icon will post photos of students learning in an at-home setting. Send photos, art work, writing assignments and class projects to: [email protected].