 this policy will alleviate some of the stress involved with the college application process,” said Dr. Jeffrey Hand, senior vice president for Student Affairs.
Many top colleges and universities, including Yale, Brown, Cornell and Harvard announced in recent weeks a decision to suspend, for one year at least, the requirement for prospective undergraduate students to submit the standardized test scores due to challenges in scheduling for them.
Rowan’s decision to go fully-test optional, and to rely on other means such as high school grades, activities and essays, would apply to freshmen applicants seeking admission for spring or fall 2021.
Rowan has had a test-optional admissions policy for several years, but it has been limited by major and required a minimum 3.5 high school GPA.
Exceptions to the test-optional policy include students seeking admission to Rowan’s 3+4 medical program through Cooper Medical School of Rowan University or the Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine; homeschooled students; and students applying for admission with a GED.
“While Rowan has always taken a holistic approach to applicant evaluation, more emphasis will now be placed on transcripts, curriculum, GPA, recommendations, essays, activities and leadership,” Hand said.
For years, the SAT and ACT tests have been falling out of favor with admissions officers nationwide with many believing that high school transcript, GPA and curriculum provide a better assessment of future success.
For more information, please visit the Rowan University Admissions page.What do you think of the pitcher from Rockport IN that threw 173 pitches in the last game of the playoff before the american legion world series, and then was ran out for over 100 pitches 4 days later? Will there be a change to how young pitchers are protected after this?

Full disclosure, I went to high school in where the guy is from and everyone here thinks the coach is crazy. and we also expect the kid to be run out there again today or tomorrow (if they make it) for another 140 or so pitches again.The butterfly valve can be operated automatically through an actuator or manually with a handle. The handle blocks the valve in the “open” or “closed” position, although there are also other models with intermediate positions. The actuator transforms the axial movement of the piston into a 90º rotary movement which it transmits to the disc.
Compact and robust design. Multi-position handle as standard feature for valves up to DN-100/4″. Two position handle as standard feature for valves starting from DN-100/4″. Several models of easily interchangeable manual handles and pneumatic or electric actuators. Low pressure losses. Body halves interchangeable with any connection type. Connections: DIN 11850. Traceability of components.
Disc and body halves: AISI 316L (forged) – Handle: AISI 304 / PP – Other st.st. parts: AISI 304 – Gasket: EPDM FDA.
Valve: AISI 316L or 304L – Gaskets: NBR, VMQ or FPM.
Connections: Clamp, SMS, RJT, FIL-IDF, etc.
Two sizes for multi-position handle. Handles: two-position, lever, micrometric, with safety lock, etc. Electric actuator or single- or double-acting actuator, the size is determined by the operating torque of the valve.Electro-pneumatic positioner. Inductive position sensors. C-TOP control unit (inductive position sensors or microswitches).
ATEX version available.
Determination of the Best Interest of Unaccompanied Minors in Slovenia

The paper deals with underage “third-country” nationals or stateless persons without parents or a legal representative, referred to as unaccompanied minors (UAMs). In Slovenia UAMs may hold varied types of status, and each of these implies different legal provisions and practical determination of the best interest of the child. According to the UNHCR Convention on the Rights of the Child, the best interest of the child should be the primary consideration in all actions concerning children. This paper focuses on how the principle of the best interest of the child is included in the sectoral national legislation and in other formal regulations which determine procedures regarding and treatment of UAMs. In addition, the article examines how experts understand this principle and put it into practice in various formal procedures. To that end, the views of experts who adopt or implement legal provisions, as well as the views of the experts who support UAMs during the international protection application process and in their everyday lives will be examined.Wednesday 2nd November 2011
DAMN. I’d been intending to take a day off, but am too pre-occupied.
Too swift the dance of this revolving sphere,
More nimble than our steps can heed or tread;
This merry caper under moonlight clear
Doth beckon warming sun: Rise from thy bed!
No idea where that came from: bad case of logorrhoea; better make an appointment to see somebody; but whom? Must go spend a night in a tent on the West Courtyard of St Paul’s.
What we are witnessing is the beginning of the end of the hegemony of banks, media, lawyers, churches and politicians. Unless they start donning their wellies, they’ll be left floundering in a squidgy mud. Fortunately for them, occupiers are a forgiving bunch.
Each morning volunteers clean the cathedral steps. They are not paid to do this. It’s a relatively new idea called ‘taking personal responsibility’. It also makes them feel good.
Each day working groups and General Assemblies are crafting a process that makes previous paradigms obsolete. The language of institutions – with their insistence on the belligerent ‘strategies’, ‘aims’, ‘missions’ and ‘targets’ (all set down, would you believe, in ‘bullet points’) – is being quietly replaced with words like ‘assent’, ‘feeling’ and ‘consensus’.
Every minute of every day, people in camps across the world are living together, working things out together and sharing resources. To dismiss these truths as ‘hippy bullshit’ is to turn a blind ear to the morality of this tale.
As a banner at Occupy London explains, “No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it.” Dig out Hegel, dear reader.
There is a subtle shift in the global axis happening here. Process is already overtaking what was first misinterpreted as protest.
They started out as camps, but will soon become settlements: places where seeds are planted in the good earth, where the hearth of the camp-fire becomes the heart of the community, and where differences are not seen as difficulties but end in peaceful settlements.
Hey Marcus, I’ve been really enjoying reading your blogs regarding the Occupy Movement. You’re very right, this isn’t “hippy bullshit” (although some “hippies” may argue that they’ve been talking about this for years), this is about finding a new way of doing things. In my experiences the Occupiers have really begun to attempt to practice what they preach, in showing a high degree of responsibility, and in general it seems to be working – this is perhaps a bigger threat to the “system” than any normal protest could ever hope for. Look forward to reading more blogs, and if you get the time, take a look at one I’ve recently started:
Beautifully and simply stated. May I take this opportunity to steer you, the reader, to George Orwell’s ‘Politics and the English Language’. the following is taken from that potent essay.
….There are many different styles, colors, and dimensions that you can use for your dating profile. The one that you choose is going to help determine the level of attraction that people have for you.
However, there are plenty of other attractive headlines for your profile to help you succeed. Below are the most popular headlines for online dating profiles.
Better Than Your Ex: People don't want to date someone that is not even into them. If you are an excellent friend and make good money, then you should be able to approach your ex-boyfriend about a second chance. With this type of profile, you are sure to draw interest from someone. This headline works particularly well if you are single and looking for someone to date.
Hot Teenage Girl: You might think that "hot" is an overused term, but it still works. People like to date teenagers and this headline makes you stand out. With this, you will be the perfect teenager to date, and it will show the world what kind of personality you have.
Realistic Dating: If you are interested in finding a long term relationship with someone, then this is the headline for your profile. This is the headline that will show the world what type of person you are, and you will also draw attention to your own personality.
Attention Deficit: People hate to date someone who is always late. With this headline, you will show the world that you are someone who does not give a second thought to the time you spend with your friends. If you make good money, then you can spend the time with your friends as you please.
Romantic: For couples who want to find long-term relationships, this is the best headline for your dating profile. It shows the world how much you care for each other, and it will help to build some excitement for you. If you have a good job, then this is a great way to go on a date with your future partner.
Summer Romance: While summer is an exciting time of year, it is not the only time of year that people