LT. GOVERNOR SUPPORTS INNOVATION THROUGH STEM
April 3 - As part of the
Lingle-Aiona Administration's commitment to foster innovation through
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills, the Lt.
Governor attended the 50th annual Hawai`i Academy of Science State Science
and Engineering Fair. As a celebrity judge, Lt. Governor Aiona toured some
of the 368 science projects prepared by outstanding students from around the
state.
Lt. Governor Aiona also joined representatives from the Hawai`i Science and
Technology Council to proclaim April 3 as Science and Technology Day in
Hawai`i. The event showcased the innovation of Hawai`i's businesses and
organizations in the science and technology fields, and featured outstanding
student teams from around the state who has gained distinction through math,
robotics and science competitions.
The Lt. Governor encouraged students to continue to excel in their STEM
skills. "You have a special knowledge and skill that is not only a
tremendous asset to our state, but to the world," said Lt. Governor Aiona.
"These skills are needed to succeed in the future."
Link to Innovation
Initiative.
