ESP Biography



GRACE CAI, ESP Teacher




Major: 6-3

College/Employer: MIT

Year of Graduation: 2023

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Past Classes

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X15364: Locked Doors Aren't As Secure As You Think in Splash 2022 (Nov. 19 - 20, 2022)
A locked door seems secure. Right? Actually, it turns out that most locked doors can be bypassed in a variety of ways. We'll talk about some of the flaws in common door systems and give some practical demonstrations. Whether you've locked yourself out of your house or you're trying to get into your sibling's locked room, this class is for you! Disclaimer: please use your discretion as to when you apply these techniques, and always follow the law.


W15365: Opening Locks and Doors in Splash 2022 (Nov. 19 - 20, 2022)
A locked door seems secure. Right? Actually, it turns out that most locked doors can be bypassed in a variety of ways. Come try it out yourself at this walk-in! If you're interested in this class, we encourage you to also sign up for our class X15364 earlier in the day, where we'll talk more about the theory of bypassing doors. Disclaimer: please use your discretion as to when you apply these techniques, and always follow the law.


X15021: Locked Doors Aren't As Secure As You Think in Spark 2022 (Mar. 12 - 13, 2022)
A locked door seems secure. Right? Actually, it turns out that most locked doors can be bypassed in a variety of ways. We'll talk about some of the flaws in common door systems and give some practical demonstrations. Whether you've locked yourself out of your house or you're trying to get into your sibling's locked room, this class is for you! Disclaimer: please use your discretion as to when you apply these techniques, and always follow the law.


X14874: Locked Doors Aren't As Secure As You Think in Splash 2021 (Nov. 20 - 21, 2021)
A locked door seems secure. Right? Actually, it turns out that most locked doors can be bypassed in a variety of ways. We'll talk about some of the flaws in common door systems and give some practical demonstrations. Whether you've locked yourself out of your house or you're trying to get into your sibling's locked room, this class is for you! Disclaimer: please use your discretion as to when you apply these techniques, and always follow the law.


A14518: Basic Music Composition in Spark 2021 (Mar. 13 - 27, 2021)
Ever wanted to learn how to write your own piece of music? Take this class and we'll teach you how to write your very own basic composition!


A14381: Lucky Stars and Origami Charms in Splash 2020 (Nov. 14 - 15, 2020)
Come learn to make lucky stars and turn your own paper creations into custom jewelry charms! No origami experience required. Access to printer and colored pens/pencils optional but helpful.


S14382: Your Brain on Love in Splash 2020 (Nov. 14 - 15, 2020)
Ever heard the phrase "love is a drug"? Sadly it never seems to be in stock at our local CVS... come learn about the brain chemistry of infatuation, emotional management strategies, ingredients for a healthy relationship, and more!


W13767: Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) Ice Cream in Spark 2020 (Mar. 14 - 15, 2020)
Want to watch some cool chemistry and eat some cool liquid? Come join us for a delicious treat!!!


C13898: How to Be a Turing Machine in Spark 2020 (Mar. 14 - 15, 2020)
Ever wanted to be a Turing machine? First, you’ll learn about the theory behind Turing machines. Then, you can take part in a live demo where you can be a part of a Turing machine!


A13900: Introduction to Animation Drawing in Spark 2020 (Mar. 14 - 15, 2020)
Ever wondered how your favorite cartoons are created? Come learn about "cels", or celluloid sheets, and the process and techniques used in traditional hand-drawn animations. You'll also get the chance to make and keep your own cels.


X13901: Make Your Own Soap in Spark 2020 (Mar. 14 - 15, 2020)
Do you feel dissatisfied by those bland white bars you have at home? Ever wonder what the stuff is even made of? Come learn about soap and make your own, featuring bright colors and cool mix-ins!


W13917: Not Ruby Red Appreciation in Spark 2020 (Mar. 14 - 15, 2020)
Come marvel at all juice that is not ruby red.


A13711: Introduction to Wet Media in HSSP Spring 2020 (Feb. 29, 2020)
A gentle introduction to ink, acrylic, watercolors, and more! We will practice different techniques and create our own paintings and designs.


X13240: relating games in Splash 2019 (Nov. 23 - 24, 2019)
we have icebreakers that aren't corny and team-building exercises that don't suck. authentic relating games is the fancy phrase, but we just like to think of it as games. stare into each others eyes! talk about your feelings! experience deeper connections! play some games with us and get to know your classmates.


X13255: How to Make Friends in Splash 2019 (Nov. 23 - 24, 2019)
Feeling overwhelmed when you step into a room of strangers? Want to open up to someone, but not sure how? Do you feel like human interaction is some sort of black box device??? (You're not alone...) We'll talk about the what/how/who/why of friends, and hopefully make some new ones while we're at it!


E13348: Learn Surface-Mount Soldering in Splash 2019 (Nov. 23 - 24, 2019)
Learn how to hand solder surface-mount components! Practice soldering components ranging from about the size of a grain of rice to much smaller than a grain of rice. (Component sizes will be 1206 to 0402 for those who know what this means; if not, come and learn about surface-mount component packages!) At the end, you'll have a working circuit that lights up some lights!


X13375: Flirting 101 in Splash 2019 (Nov. 23 - 24, 2019)
Learn to flirt! We'll talk about tips and tricks to smoothly express interest in the person of your dreams. Channel your inner playfulness and have some fun with live demos, audience participation, and social psychology :)


W13680: Not Ruby Red Appreciation in Splash 2019 (Nov. 23 - 24, 2019)
ESP loves to drink juice. Come learn to appreciate the best juice: not Ocean Spray Ruby Red!


W13693: Intro To Soldering in Splash 2019 (Nov. 23 - 24, 2019)
Come and learn basic through-hole soldering at this walk-in activity! Circuit boards will be provided.