Ellen Ochoa, The First Latina To Reach the Stars and Former NASA Director

In this captivating episode of  "Jefa Mode LIVE" Podcast, we take a deep dive into Latinas in Tech 2023 Summit and the remarkable journey of Dr. Ellen Ochoa, a true trailblazer in the world of science and space exploration. Dr. Ochoa, a veteran astronaut and the 11th Director of the Johnson Space Center, made history as JSC's first Hispanic director and the second female director. The episode delves into her groundbreaking achievement as the first Hispanic woman in space during her nine-day mission aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery in 1993. The fireside chat with Ellen explores her educational experiences, shedding light on the profound impact of professors who both discouraged and empowered her. Ellen also shares poignant stories of her invitation to join a research group at Stanford, highlighting the need for more opportunities for bright minds, regardless of gender. Dr. Ochoa's dedication to diversity at NASA is evident, as she discusses her leadership role in ERG initiatives and the Innovation and Inclusion Council. She offers valuable perspectives on "imposter syndrome", concluding that if you are daring greatly, the “imposter syndrome” is a must. And as if exploring the cosmos wasn't exciting enough, stay tuned till the end to discover how Dr. Ochoa teaches us the secret to making s'mores that are out of this world - because in space, even marshmallows have to defy gravity to be delicious! This episode is a testament to Dr. Ellen Ochoa's inspiring journey and her commitment to breaking barriers in the world of space exploration and beyond. Follow Ellen Ochoa on X (Twitter) and Instagram.Books:Dr. Ochoa's Stellar World: We Are All Scientists / Todos somos científicosThe Solar System with - El Sistema Solar con EllenLearn more about the 2024 Latinas in Tech Summit at latinasintechsummit.org.  -About Latinas in Tech Latinas in Tech is a non-profit organization with the mission to connect, support and empower Latina women working in technology through professional development, mentorship, and recruiting. Learn more about our organization at https://latinasintech.org/. 🫶 Become a LiT Member: https://latinasintech.org/member/register🫶 Donate to Latinas in Tech: https://latinasintech.org/donate🫶 LiT Shop: https://latinas-in-tech.myshopify.com/ FOLLOW LiT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: LinkedIn  |  Instagram  |  Facebook  |  Twitter   |   TikTok   |   YouTube   |  Slack   | Facebook Group