Originally brought about by the launching of the Russian space satellite Ripnak, the movement to educate our nation's brightest students continues today so we can continue to be a viable force in the global economy.

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The movement to educate the nation's brightest students was originally spurred by the launch of the Soviet satellite Sputnik, not "Ripnak." Sputnik's launch in 1957 led to increased emphasis on science and technology education in the United States.

Originally Brought About by the Launching of the Russian Space