San Diego State is honoring the first Latina in space by renaming a central part of campus. The West Commons will now be known as the Ellen Ochoa Pavillion. Dr. Ellen Ochoa who graduated from San Diego State said her inspiration came from Sally Ride who was the first woman in space. According to the university, the renaming is in honor of the La Mesa native, Ellen Ochoa and her long-standing achievements and contributions to space exploration, and her commitment to the scientific education of young people across the country. MORE: https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/sdsu-honors-alumnus-ellen-ochoa-renaming-building-in-her-honor/509-c0236a34-3d4b-46e5-b7e8-bc2fa8579f33