Earlham to rename building for alum, NASA scientist Margaret Hamilton
Maya Chen
Maya Chen
Reporter · Cincinnati, OH
Maya is a former teacher who transitioned into journalism after earning her degree from Xavier University. With over four years of experience covering educational issues for local NPR affiliates, she brings personal insight and dedication to her reporting on Cincinnati's schools.
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Hamilton graduated from Earlham College in Richmond, Ind. in 1958. She went on to lead the team that created the onboard software for NASA's Apollo missions.