1977
University of Idaho
First real course work in the Engineering Outreach program starts.
Approval from the Regents to offer a BS degree in Computer Science.
U.S. Events and Scientific Advances
Cost of a U.S. stamp is $0.13
Miami, Florida experiences the only snowfall in its history.
Star Wars opens in theatres.
The first Apple II computers go on sale.
The New York City Blackout of 1977 lasts for 25 hours.
"Color TV Game 6" is created by Nintendo, containing 6 variations of "Light Tennis" (aka Pong).
Space shuttle Enterprise test vehicle goes on its maiden "flight" atop a Boeing 747 at Edwards Air Force Base in California.
World Events and Scientific Advances
First use of optical fiber to carry live telephone traffic.
Scientists report using bacteria in a lab to make insulin.
The Porsche 928 debuts at the Geneva Auto Convention.
First flight of Lockheed's top-secret stealth aircraft project designated "Have Blue" - precursor to the U.S. F-117A Nighthawk.
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