Eileen Collins

Eileen Collins (born Eileen Marie Collins) was born on November 19, 1956, in Elmira, New York . She holds the occupations of astronaut , officer in the armed forces , and aircraft pilot .

Collins received her education at various institutions, including Syracuse University , Stanford University , Corning Community College , the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School , Webster University , and Elmira Free Academy . She holds citizenship in the United States .

She has received several awards, such as the Meritorious Service Medal , NASA Outstanding Leadership Medal , National Defense Service Medal , and Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon .