1986 Education & Knowledge Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 13 Jan NCAA establishes academic eligibility requirements: In January 1986, the NCAA implemented Proposition 48, setting minimum academic standards for incoming student-athletes. These standards required a minimum 2.0 GPA in 11 core high school courses and a combined SAT score of at least 700. Athletes failing to meet these criteria were not permitted to participate in their first year of college athletics. source: washingtonpost.com
- 21 Feb Ryan White returns to school after legal battle: On February 21, 1986, 14-year-old Ryan White, diagnosed with AIDS, returned to Western Middle School in Kokomo, Indiana, after a prolonged legal struggle. Despite his return, 151 of 360 students were absent, with some parents keeping their children home due to concerns about AIDS transmission. Later that day, a judge issued a temporary restraining order, barring White from attending classes, but this decision was overturned in April, allowing him to resume his education. source: upi.com
- 29 May Jon Pennington wins 59th National Spelling Bee: Jon Pennington, a 14-year-old from Shiremanstown, Pennsylvania, won the 59th National Spelling Bee on May 29, 1986, by correctly spelling "odontalgia." He was awarded $1,000 and other non-cash prizes. Second place went to 13-year-old Kenneth Larson of Tequesta, Florida, who missed "kaolinic." source: en.wikipedia.org
- 01 Sep Establishment of Jordan University of Science and Technology: Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) was established on September 1, 1986, as an independent university in Ar Ramtha, Jordan. It originated from Yarmouk University, detaching five faculties—Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Engineering—to form its academic foundation. source: en.wikipedia.org
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