Deja Mo Williams: Breaking Barriers in Science and Music

Deja MO Williams, a manufacturing engineer at NASA and a musician, shares her journey from growing up in St. Louis to working at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab. She overcame challenges in her education, often being the only black female in her classes. Deja combines her love for music and science by writing educational songs and mentoring students, showing that one can pursue both engineering and music. Her story is one of breaking molds and inspiring others to reach for the sky.

What inspired Deja to pursue a career in science and engineering?

Describe the challenges Deja faced as a female and black female engineering student.

What role does Deja play at NASA?

How does Deja use music to promote science?

In what ways does Deja mentor students interested in science?