Stanford University

Starred on the late-night sketch show “Fridays” wth Larry David

Dement was one of the first scientists to study sleep, and his work helped demonstrate just how important it is.

Author of “A Lesson Before Dying” and “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman.”

Won a silver medal at the 2016 Olympics

She was the first woman to win the award since its inception in 1936.