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Petr, Todd A. – New Perspectives, 1988
Presents a historical perspective on Bylaw-5-1-(j), better known as Proposition 48, of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), which calls for tougher academic standards for students seeking to participate in Division I athletics. Proposition 48 seems to be a relatively logical step in the evolution of the freshman eligibility…
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