SUNITA WILLIAMS

Sunita Williams, a trailblazing astronaut and U.S. Navy captain, has turned her childhood dreams into an awe-inspiring journey through the cosmos. Born on September 19, 1965, in Euclid, Ohio, Williams grew up with a fascination for flight that propelled her into the heavens and established her as a symbol of courage and exploration.
Williams’ early rejection from Harvard and her subsequent scholarship at Columbia didn’t deter her; instead, she charted a new path by joining the U.S. Naval Academy. Earning a Bachelor of Science in physical science in 1987, she embraced a naval career that saw her excel as a helicopter pilot and later as a test pilot, receiving commendations for her bravery and skill.