35-year-old woman from US bag degrees in Chemical Engineering and Medicine, sets record as the first black woman to fly to space
Following her academic success at Stanford, Mae Carol Jemison embarked on her medical journey at Cornell University in New York, United States. Here, she set her sights on becoming a Medical Doctor, further expanding her already impressive academic portfolio.
AKACHI NOEL 
Mae Carol Jemison, a remarkable woman hailing from Alabama, United States, has left an indelible mark in history by becoming the first-ever African-American woman to venture into space. Her extraordinary achievement was realized during a mission with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in 1992, making her a source of inspiration for countless individuals around the world.
Mae Carol Jemison, who is now 66 years old, demonstrated an early passion for both science and the arts. She began dancing at the age of eleven, showcasing her multifaceted talents. At just 16, she secured admission to Stanford University in California, United States, where she pursued a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering. Her academic journey at Stanford culminated in the attainment of two Bachelor's degrees – one in Chemical Engineering and another in African American Studies.
Following her academic success at Stanford, Mae Carol Jemison embarked on her medical journey at Cornell University in New York, United States. Here, she set her sights on becoming a Medical Doctor, further expanding her already impressive academic portfolio.
In 1981, Mae Carol Jemison achieved her dream of becoming a Medical Doctor, adding this accolade to her earlier distinction as a Chemical Engineer. However, her thirst for exploration and knowledge led her to join the ranks of NASA as an astronaut. Jemison's historic journey took flight on September 12, 1992, when she made an astonishing 127 orbits around the Earth.
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Mae Carol Jemison's achievement served as a testament to her unwavering determination, exceptional talent, and the realization of a lifelong dream. Her words stand as an inspiration to all: "I'm not the first woman of color, the first African-American woman, who had the skills, the talent, the desire to be an astronaut. I know that I happen to be the first one that NASA selected, right now the only one."
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Prior to her groundbreaking achievement, only three Black Americans, all men, had experienced space travel. Mae Carol Jemison's remarkable journey to the stars exemplifies the power of determination and serves as an encouragement to all who aspire to reach for the skies.
