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The educational video "Who Is Mae Jemison?" explores the life and achievements of Mae Jemison, celebrated as the first African-American woman to fly in space. Born in Alabama and raised in Chicago, Jemison was captivated by the stars and inspired by "Star Trek". Despite facing racial and gender discrimination, her remarkable intelligence paved her path to NASA. Jemison graduated from Stanford and completed medical school at Cornell, later joining the Peace Corps before realizing her astronaut dream. In 1992, she flew aboard the space shuttle Endeavor. Post-NASA, she authored books, including "Find Where the Wind Goes". Jemison's story is relevant to U.S. History and character education curricula, showcasing themes of resilience and perseverance.
