ESP Biography



LUCY WU, MIT Senior in Civil Engineering




Major: Not available.

College/Employer: Not available.

Year of Graduation: Not available.

Picture of Lucy Wu

Brief Biographical Sketch:

Lucy is a senior studying Civil Engineering! She's worked in a fluids lab before, likes to think about her own bridges... and stuffed animals, just like the rest of us.

Lucy likes to teach a variety of subjects that are more "fun." Notably, she teaches Stamp Collecting, Origami (she can make all SORTS of stuff! Flying boxes even!!), and Orienteering (which is loads of fun around the MIT campus).

And no, she doesn't always look that scared. Only when Yalu, the ESP Secretary (and her roommate!), pops out to take a picture.

Just think...ESP is run by students (mostly undergraduates)...just like you!



Past Classes

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S2375: Introduction to Civil Engineering in Droplet Spring 2009 (May. 01, 2009)
Civil engineers design buildings, bridges, highways, tunnels, and other BIG things. In this class, we will explore major projects from ancient wonders to modern construction. We will talk about how construction materials like steel and concrete are used in buildings, bridges, and tunnels. I'll show you some famous projects and tell you why they are famous. If you want to know what civil engineers do and how they do it, come and find out.


A2286: Origami for fun! in Spark! Spring 2009 (Mar. 07, 2009)
Come learn how to make fun stuff with paper! Things that we have done in the past are: boats, camera, piano, pacman, and more! This class is for beginners. If you've done any origami before, you might be get bored.


H1558: Origami for fun! in Splash! 2008 (Nov. 22 - 23, 2008)
Come learn how to make fun stuff with paper! Things that we have done in the past are: boats, camera, flying boxes, pacman, and more! This class is for beginners. If you've done any origami before, you might be get bored. All ages are welcome.


H1559: Urban Orienteering at MIT in Splash! 2008 (Nov. 22 - 23, 2008)
So you've seen the crazy lego-like Simmons dorm and the earthquake shaken Stata Center. Do you want to get to know the MIT campus even more? Welcome to Urban Orienteering! Equipped with only a map and your sense of direction, you must race your way through all the checkpoints across over campus. Traditionally, orienteering is done in parks, on and off trail. We will be doing the same thing on the MIT campus except instead of having a compass as your guide, you will be using your surroundings to help you. And of course there will be a special something for the fastest teams!! NOTE: The course will be very similar to the ones in previous years.


H1560: Paint with Watercolor! in Splash! 2008 (Nov. 22 - 23, 2008)
Learn how to paint in Watercolors! We can paint anything you want. No prior experience necessary. Paint, brushes, board, and masking will be provided, simply bring yourself and some creativity. An image of what you would like to paint would be recommended. Also, you may want to bring a rag (to wipe off water, or to touch up your painting). In this class, we will learn some basic watercolor techniques and then do some experimentation! Also note that watercolors can be messy, so come prepared.


Beginning Chinese in FIREHOSE (2006)
Have you ever wanted to learn Chinese? Do you have absolutely no ability? Well, here's your chance to learn! Learn ...


Environmental Science in SPLASH (2006)
Environmental science is the study of the interactions between the physical, chemical, and biological components of the environment, with a ...


Orienteering at MIT in SPLASH (2006)
Do you like jogging without turning off your mind? Do you like treasure hunts and races? Well then, orienteering is ...


Orienteering at MIT in SPLASH (2006)
Do you like jogging without turning off your mind? Do you like treasure hunts and races? Well then, orienteering is ...


Origami - the fun stuff in SPLASH (2006)
Ever want to learn to fold fun stuff to surprise your friends? I will start with the basics and you'll ...


Stamp Collecting in SPLASH (2006)
Stamps are used to celebrate everything including people, sports, holidays, history, Disney, and culture. Any interest you have, there are ...


Stamp Collecting in SPLASH (2006)
Stamps are used to celebrate everything including people, sports, holidays, history, Disney, and culture. Any interest you have, there are ...


Stamp Collecting in SPLASH (2005)
Stamps are used to celebrate everything including people, sports, holidays, history, Disney, and culture. Any interest you have, there are ...


Stamp Collecting in SPLASH (2005)
Stamps are used to celebrate everything including people, sports, holidays, history, Disney, and culture. Any interest you have, there are ...