David Ige
Governor
State of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI USA
“People know when you really are passionate about what you’re doing. They can see when you make an effort.”
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By Roadtrip NationDavid Ige
Milestones
My road in life took a while to figure out.
Went to college at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
While there, he served as student body secretary, and was treasurer and vice-president of his fraternity, Phi Delta Sigma.
Before he became a politician, he spent 34 years working as an electrical engineer; his early work was in sustainable energy.
His political career began in 1985, when he was appointed to the Hawaii House of Representatives.
He represented Hawaii in both the House and Senate prior to winning the gubernatorial race in 2014.
On his road to becoming governor, he became the first person ever to beat the incumbent Governor of Hawaii in a primary.
Says although he knew he was fighting a near-impossible battle against the incumbent, he had to try for Hawaii’s sake.
As governor, he champions conserving Hawaii's natural resources and increasing STEM education in Hawaii's schools.
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Education
High School
Graduate
Business Administration and Management, General
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Business Administration and Management, General
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Career
Governor
I am a former electrical engineer turned politician who serves as the state Governor of Hawai`i.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Science
Politics
Problem Solving
Day to Day
As governor, I am a public servant. My daily goal is to ensure that the government is responsive to the needs of citizens and solving problems that they face.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for high school students
Explore as many opportunities as you can and take chances.
Recommended Education
My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:
Graduate
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration and Management, General
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Society in General:
"You will never win the election. "
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Setting Course
Science, tech, engineering, arts, and math careers in Hawaii
