Education, family
“Sarah Heath Palin arrived in Alaska with her family in 1964, when her parents came to teach school in Skagway. She received a bachelor of science degree in communications-journalism from the University of Idaho in 1987. Palin, who graduated from Wasilla High School in 1982, has lived in Skagway, Eagle River and Wasilla.
“She is married to Todd Palin, who is a lifelong Alaskan, a production operator on the North Slope and a four-time champion of the Iron Dog, the world’s longest snowmachine race.
“Todd and Sarah fish in Bristol Bay with their children — Track, Bristol, Willow, Piper and Trig. Through Todds Yup’ik grandmother, Alaskas Native heritage plays an important role in their family. Track enlisted in the U.S. Army on Sept. 11, 2007.
“Prior to taking office, Palin served on numerous boards and commissions throughout the state. She was active in her familys pursuits including serving as a sports team mom and school volunteer. She also runs marathons.
“Palin is a lifetime member of the NRA and enjoys hunting, fishing, Alaska history, and all that Alaska’s great outdoors has to offer.”
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