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Who Is Mae Jemison?
Dr. Mae Jemison is a physician and scientist who, in , became the first Black woman astronaut in space.
After attending Stanford and Cornell Universities, she served as a medical officer in the Peace Corps.
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In June , she achieved a lifelong dream when she became the first Black woman to be admitted into NASA’s astronaut training program. Jemison made history again on September 12, , when she flew into space aboard the Endeavour on mission STS47 and became the first Black woman in space.
In recognition of her accomplishments, Jemison has received several awards and honorary doctorates. Today, she works as a scientist and public speaker.
Quick Facts
FULL NAME: Mae Carol Jemison
BORN: October 17,
BIRTHPLACE: Decatur, Alabama
ASTROLOGICAL SIGN: Libra
Early Life and Education
Mae Carol Jemison was born on October 17, , in Decatur, Alabama.
She is the youngest child of Charlie Jemison, a roofer and carpenter, and Dorothy Jemison (nee G