From Disneyland to MIT: FCS Career Journey
What opportunities exist for Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) beyond the classroom? On February 17, 2026 at 7pm ET, you’ll discover the answer during an interactive session designed to expand your perspective and inspire new possibilities.
By attending, you will:
- Explore diverse career pathways in FCS, from global service to industry innovation.
- Learn how FCS knowledge and skills translate into success in fields such as workforce management, community care, and advanced textile engineering.
- Gain practical insights into the transferable skills such as communication, leadership, problem-solving, that empower professionals in non-education roles.
- Be inspired by real-world journeys that demonstrate how FCS opens doors to impactful careers across industries and around the world.
This session will feature the following professionals who have applied their FCS foundation to thrive in unique roles, offering you a firsthand look at how the discipline supports success in unexpected places.:
- James Oviatt, Operations Training Manager, Disneyland Resort, California
- Jana Evans, Orphan Care Specialist, The Yan Taro Project, Gambia, West Africa
- Chrissy Glover, Textile Engineer, MIT Lincoln Lab
The webinar is being sponsored by the Alliance for Family and Consumer Sciences and is available at NO cost.
The event will be recorded.