Katherine Johnson

I'm always interested in learning something new.

Many professors tell you that you'd be good at this or that, but they don't always help you with that career path.

Everything was so new - the whole idea of going into space was new and daring. There were no textbooks, so we had to write them.

I see a picture right now that's not parallel, so I'm going to go straighten it. Things must be in order.

Like what you do, and then you will do your best.

We needed to be assertive as women in those days - assertive and aggressive - and the degree to which we had to be that way depended on where you were. I had to be.

Our teachers made such a difference - all my teachers and professors were very supportive and nurturing.

I liked working with smart people.

I don't have a feeling of inferiority. Never had. I'm as good as anybody, but no better.

John Glenn's life will long be remembered for his time in space, his courage, and his service to all Americans.

Go see 'Hidden Figures,' and take a young person! It will give a more positive outlook on what is possible if you work hard, do your best, and are prepared.

I had a very, very interesting childhood, but, oh my, education was the primary focus in our family.