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CESAME

Center for Engineering, Science and Mathematics Education

Website Update

The "Why I Teach" Conversation Series

Mark your calendars for the following upcoming "Why I Teach" Conversation Series events:


Wednesday, January 21st 2026 from 5:30 - 6:30 PM - Join us for our "Why I Teach" Early Childhood Education Extravaganza featuring Fiona Lloyd Moffet from Hawthorne Elementary and Kari Applegate from Cal Poly's Preschool Learning Lab

Thursday, February 19th 2026 from 5:30 - 6:30 PM - Considering a career as an educator at a high school? Join us as Sharmin Eppley, science teacher from Santa Maria Joint Union High School shares her story.



Join Cal Poly CESAME for our “Why I Teach” Conversation Series, a relaxed fireside chat featuring inspiring local educators. Each session invites a teacher to share their story — how they chose the path of education, the journey to their current role, the impact they’ve made on students, and how teaching has shaped their lives.

After the moderated conversation, you’ll have a chance to ask your own questions, enjoy free pizza, and connect through informal discussions with peers and educators.

The Why I Teach events are designed especially for students interested — or even just curious — about careers in education. Not sure if teaching is for you? No problem! Come for the pizza, stay for the stories, and leave inspired.

If you have any questions, please contact Benjamin Guise at bguise@calpoly.edu.

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