Emily Calandrelli to Make History as First West Virginia Woman in Space
Emily Calandrelli, a West Virginia woman, will make history as the first West Virginia woman to travel to outer space with Blue Origin in 2025. She is a mom, engineer, TV host, and author known for advocating for girls in STEM fields.
Key Points
- Emily Calandrelli selected as a citizen astronaut ambassador with Blue Origin
- Advocate for girls pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
- First West Virginia woman to travel to outer space
Pros
- Emily Calandrelli's spaceflight will inspire girls in STEM fields
- She will represent her home state of West Virginia on a historic journey to outer space