Katherine Johnson

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Celebrating the Legacy of Katherine Johnson: Inspiring Generations Through Space and Science

Katherine Johnson danced with numbers, mapping the stars and plotting trajectories. Her calculations ignited dreams, proving that brilliance knows no bounds, smashing barriers while tracing the arcs of history in the cosmos. A true pioneer!

Katherine Johnson Trivia

Who was Katherine Johnson's primary role at NASA? (Hard)
#1: Computer scientist
#2: Aerospace engineer
#3: Mathematician
#4: Physicist
What racial barriers did Katherine Johnson overcome in her career at NASA? (Medium)
#1: She was the first African American woman to work as an engineer
#2: She was the first African American woman to attend a white university
#3: She was the first woman to calculate trajectories for space missions
#4: She was the first African American woman to be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom
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Katherine Johnson Fun Facts

Katherine Johnson calculated the trajectory for John Glenn's 1962 orbital flight, and he insisted that NASA check her calculations before his launch.
Katherine Johnson was a talented dancer and enjoyed performing in her church choir during her youth.

Katherine Johnson Polls

What aspect of Katherine Johnson's life inspires you the most?
Her contributions to NASA
Breaking racial and gender barriers
The impact of her work on space exploration
Her legacy in STEM education
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What do you believe is Katherine Johnson's greatest contribution to mathematics?
Orbital mechanics calculations
Spaceflight trajectory analysis
Equal rights in STEM
Pioneering women in science
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