ESP Biography



LESLIE YAN, ESP Teacher




Major: Course 2

College/Employer: MIT

Year of Graduation: 2022

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Past Classes

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A14376: (Tiny) Paper Crafts in Splash 2020 (Nov. 14 - 15, 2020)
Do you enjoy making tiny things out of paper? Have you ever wanted to make a pop-up book or make kirigami art? Are you simply intrigued by the prospect of doing any of these things? Come join us for this workshop-style, interactive class! Be sure to have some paper and scissors on hand :) Cutting mats, tape, and Xacto knives are helpful but not necessary.


X13924: Hair Dyeing: Theory and Practice in Spark 2020 (Mar. 14 - 15, 2020)
Have you every been curious about dyeing hair? In this class, we'll be delving into the chemistry, history, and art behind hair dyeing. We'll also be doing live hands-on demos (!!), and giving you the chance to color your own hair! (parental consent required). Wear clothing you would not mind getting stained.


A13249: Computational Design: Drift Drawing in Splash 2019 (Nov. 23 - 24, 2019)
We will explore contemporary artists who utilize computation in making their art and then make our own drift drawings based on rule-based systems.


A13594: Hair Dyeing: Theory and Practice in Splash 2019 (Nov. 23 - 24, 2019)
Have you every been curious about dyeing hair? In this class, we'll be delving into the chemistry, history, and art behind hair dyeing. We'll also be doing live hands-on demos (!!), and giving you the chance to color your own hair! (parental consent required). Wear clothing you would not mind getting stained.


P13636: Digital Life: Instagram Influencers, China's Dystopian Tech, and More Interesting Phenomena in Splash 2019 (Nov. 23 - 24, 2019)
What if your favorite society/tech/culture/etc. podcast was a Splash class? We'll have brief informal discussions and debates about the fascinating cultural phenomena we observe in our everyday lives and around the world today as relating to technology, media, and more. For example, how and why did online shopping kill off the American mall? Why is everything "sponsored"? Should we be using Facebook? Be prepared to be an active discussion participant and bring in articles, podcasts, or discussion topics!


A13642: Bracelet-Making! in Splash 2019 (Nov. 23 - 24, 2019)
Join us for a fun hands-on bracelet-making workshop! We'll explore different techniques, materials, design, and more.


X12923: Hair Dyeing: Theory and Practice in Spark 2019 (Mar. 16 - 17, 2019)
Have you every been curious about dyeing hair? In this class, we'll be delving into the chemistry, history, and art behind hair dyeing. We'll also be doing live hands-on demos (!!), and giving you the chance to color your own hair! (parental consent required). Wear clothing you would not mind getting stained.


W12704: Chocolate! in Splash 2018 (Nov. 17 - 18, 2018)
Come melt chocolate and mold them into fun shapes!


W12757: Ice Cream, Cheese, Milk: All Dairy-Free! in Splash 2018 (Nov. 17 - 18, 2018)
Come sample dairy-free versions of your favorite dairy products, and find out why you should eat less dairy or go dairy-free!