2025 Climate Palooza

Educators’ Symposium on Climate Change Education

Sam Shoemaker

Sam Shoemaker

LA-based artists and mycologist

Sam Shoemaker, a Los Angeles–based artist and mycologist, is known for growing sculptures from fungi and for successfully paddling a mycelium “mushroom boat” across the Catalina Channel. His work demonstrates how creativity can open new pathways to climate solutions.

Teaching about climate change can feel overwhelming for both educators and students. This symposium highlights creative ways to approach the topic with hope and innovation. Attendees will leave with practical tools, resources, and inspiration for integrating climate content into any classroom.

The program also features Climate Across the Curriculum at WLAC (30+ courses climatized) and LACCD’s Equity in Environmental Education initiative (50+ faculty engaged). Both efforts are supported by the California Center for Climate Change Education at WLAC, the host of this event.

Free and open to all educators!

Questions about the program can be directed to Prof. Holly Bailey-Hofmann at BAILEYH@WLAC.EDU

https://www.wlac.edu/academics/climate-center

Location
West Los Angeles College
FA Auditorium
9000 Overland Av. Culver City, CA 90230
Map
View map
Flyer
Download flyer
Mode
In-person
Event type
Symposiums