Splash Biography

AERIN MCLAUGHLIN, Aspiring Teacher of English

Major: English

College/Employer: Yale

Year of Graduation: 2026

Brief Biographical Sketch:

I am a senior in Ezra Stiles majoring in English. I grew up just 10 minutes from Yale in Morris Cove. I have always had a passion for writing. After working for New Haven Reads, I discovered my desire to teach. I have worked with students ranging from K-12, and fell in love with helping others. In my free time, I enjoy playing piano, journaling, exploring fashion, and spending ample time with friends. At Yale, I have been able to explore my interests and have found my voice both inside and outside of the classroom.

Past Classes

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C5265: Fostering Emotional Intelligence through Reading and Writing in Sprout Fall 2025 (Nov. 15 - 16, 2025)

In this course, we will explore how reading and writing shape our emotional intelligence. Some authors we will read include C. S. Lewis, Emily Dickinson, and Walt Whitman. In addition, we will read excerpts from Atomic Habits by James Clear, Life Worth Living: A Guide to What Matters Most by Croasmun, Volf, and McAnnally-Liz, and Wonder by R. J. Palacio. Students will be able to identify and analyze how authors articulate emotion through writing. They will learn about the connection between emotional wellness and academic success. We will work on personal reflections as well as strengthening literacy skills. Students will have the opportunity to discover how reading and writing have the power to influence their well-being, confidence, and passions.