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Monday 9am - 4pm Tuesday 9am - 4pm Wednesday 9am - 4pm Thursday 9am - 4pm Friday 9am - 4pm

CESAME

Cal Poly Center for Engineering, Science, and Mathematics Education

The Center for Excellence in STEM Education (CESAME) has an interdisciplinary, university-wide endeavor to foster collaboration among students and faculty from across campus as well as the P-12 community in order to support the recruitment, training and retention of STEM majors into the teaching profession.

05/26/2026

Did you know? California is home to more STEM jobs than any other state - which means STEM teachers have the opportunity to inspire the future workforce behind technology, sustainability, healthcare, and innovation.

Teaching STEM isn’t just a career. It’s a chance to spark curiosity that can change lives. Thinking about a career in STEM Education? Check out Cal Poly CESAME programs to find out how you can TRY TEACHING!

05/19/2026

⚙️ Makers on the Move! ⚙️ Thursday night Farmers’ Markets are the best, and CESAME always has an amazing time doing maker projects with the kids of SLO. Stop by our booth this Thursday to see what we’re creating and learn how you can become a STEM teacher!

Special thanks to and for all the support!

05/15/2026

"Why I Teach" Mathapalooza last week was AWESOME! We had almost 60 individuals come out to hear all about careers in STEM education. A HUGE should out to Robyn Amendola (Laguna Middle School) and Steven Arata (SLO High) for coming out to share their stories. Also special thanks to Cal Poly Future Math Educators for supporting this event. That's if for the year - stay tuned for the next "Why I Teach" event coming up in the Fall!

05/06/2026

‼️ It's happening TOMORROW 5/7! ‼️ Join Cal Poly CESAME & Future Math Educators for "Why I Teach" Mathapalooza 2026 featuring TWO local math educators from 5:30 - 6:30 PM in the Baker Science Building room 180-120. Free pizza will be provided. Don’t miss out!

05/04/2026

https://cosam.calpoly.edu/news/2026/why-i-teach-brings-perspective-to-cal-poly

“The speakers share their inspiration, dedication, innovation and the rewards of a career in education...It’s an incredibly impactful time to be a teacher. This series underscores many of the ways teachers can influence student lives and discover a sense of fulfillment in their work.” - CESAME Director Chance Hoellworth

Check out the new BCSM newsletter article (link above) to read all about Cal Poly CESAME's popular "Why I Teach" Conversation Series and make sure to join us this Thursday, May 7th for Mathapalooza 2026 - featuring TWO local math educators! Don't miss out!

04/30/2026

🚨 It’s happening NEXT THURSDAY, MAY 7! 🚨

Cal Poly CESAME and Future Math Educators present the next installment of our popular “Why I Teach” Conversation Series: Mathapalooza 2026! This inspiring event will feature TWO local math educators - Steven Arata from San Luis Obispo High School and Robyn Amendola from Laguna Middle School.

Steven Arata - Applied Math and Algebra teacher at San Luis Obispo High School, and Robyn Amendola - a Cal Poly alumna and math teacher at Laguna Middle School, will be our two featured speakers. Don’t miss the chance to hear their inspiring journeys and gain insight into what it’s like to be an educator.

This event is open to ALL STUDENTS interested in mathematics, teaching, or simply hearing stories from local educators. Please join us next Thursday, May 7 from 5:30 - 6:30pm in the Baker Science Building room 180-120. Be sure to come hungry - free pizza will be provided for all attendees! 🍕

04/15/2026

Don’t miss out! Be sure to check out the “Why I Teach” Conversation Series: Mathapalooza 2026, where Cal Poly CESAME and Future Math Educators will welcome not one - but TWO local math educators.

A Cal Poly alumna, Robyn Amendola is dedicated to helping middle school students build confidence and develop strong academic foundations. Her teaching emphasizes encouragement and accessibility, ensuring that students see themselves as capable learners early in their educational journeys. Her perspective highlights the lasting influence of supportive instruction during these formative years.

Join us for “Why I Teach” Mathapalooza on Thursday, May 7 from 5:30 - 6:30pm in the Baker Science Building, Room 180 - 120. Come hungry - free pizza will be provided!

02/19/2026

It’s happening TONIGHT! Join Cal Poly CESAME for Why I Teach with Sharmin Eppley from 5:30–6:30 PM in the Cotchett Education Building, Room 02-203. Hear from a high-energy high school science teacher who brings forensic science to life in her classroom. Free pizza will be provided. Don’t miss it!

02/17/2026

**THIS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH** How awesome would it be to have a career teaching young people how to analyze crime scenes, evaluate evidence, and think like forensic scientists? 🔍

Join Cal Poly CESAME for our next "Why I Teach" conversation featuring Sharmin Eppley, a Santa Maria High School science teacher who brings forensic science to life in her classroom. Through hands-on investigations and real-world applications, she shows students how science connects directly to careers in criminal justice, lab work, and beyond.

This Thursday, February 19 from 5:30 - 6:30pm in the Cotchett Education Building Room 02-203, Sharmin will share what it’s like to teach forensics at the high school level, how she forged her pathway in education, and why she loves combining science, energy, and creativity in her work every day. Free pizza will be provided.

If you’ve ever thought about teaching science, working in STEM, or leading your own forensics class someday, don't miss out!

02/12/2026

*REMINDER * Join Cal Poly CESAME for "Why I Teach" featuring Sharmin Eppley, an enthusiastic and high-energy science teacher from Santa Maria High School on Thursday, February 19 from 5:30 - 6:30pm in the Cotchett Education Building, Room 02-203! Free pizza will be provided.

If you’re interested in education, STEM, or exploring a future in teaching, this is a great opportunity to hear directly from a passionate secondary educator. We hope to see you there!

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San Luis Obispo, CA
93401

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Website

http://cesame.calpoly.edu/

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