Mae C. Jemison

Dr. Mae Jemison is a physician and scientist who made history in 1992 as the first Black woman astronaut in space. After earning degrees from Stanford and Cornell Universities, she worked as a medical officer with the Peace Corps. In June 1987, Jemison realized her lifelong dream by becoming the first Black woman to join NASA's astronaut training program. She further cemented her place in history on September 12, 1992, when she flew aboard the Endeavour on mission STS47, becoming the first Black woman in space. For her remarkable achievements, Jemison has received numerous awards and honorary doctorates. Currently, she continues her work as a scientist and public speaker.