Judy Resnik

Judith “J.R.” Resnik, born in Akron, Ohio, was a multifaceted genius and a trailblazing astronaut whose life was a symphony of skill, bravery, and relentless pursuit of excellence. With her talents ranging from classical piano to electrical and biomedical engineering, Resnik shattered barriers and became an emblem of the potential within every determined individual. She was the first Jewish American and the second American woman to pierce the silence of space, leaving an indelible mark on history.