Splash Biography



RACHEL HAN, ESP Teacher




Major: Psychology

College/Employer: Yale

Year of Graduation: 2017

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Past Classes

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X2272: Bread Worth Eating in Splash Fall 16 (Nov. 05, 2016)
What makes bread delicious? Come learn about the bread-making techniques that give rise to different flavors, textures and dining experiences! We will discuss bread from across the world and sample a few locally made breads :)


E2200: Baby Brains and Toddler Thinking in Sprout Fall 16 (Oct. 01 - 15, 2016)
Ever wondered what's going on inside a baby's brain? Come on a journey through the minds of young children as we discuss some key studies, concepts, and insights from developmental psychology!


A2032: Before Microsoft Word in Splash Spring 16 (Apr. 02, 2016)
An introduction to typography and letterpress printing. We'll briefly cover the history of printing, get acquainted with a few popular typefaces, learn some principles of typesetting, and finish up with a tour of one of Yale's own letterpresses!


E1896: Baby Brains and Toddler Thinking in Sprout Spring 16 (Feb. 13 - 27, 2016)
Ever wondered what's going on inside a baby's brain? Come on a journey through the minds of young children as we discuss some key studies, concepts, and insights from developmental psychology!


E1897: Bread Worth Eating in Sprout Spring 16 (Feb. 13 - 27, 2016)
What makes bread delicious? Come learn about the bread-making techniques that give rise to different flavors, textures and dining experiences! We will survey bread from across the world and sample a few locally made breads :)


S1778: Baby Brains and Toddler Thinking in Splash Fall 15 (Nov. 14, 2015)
Ever wondered what's going on inside a baby's brain? Why is it making that face? Why is it producing such bizarre sounds? Come on a journey through the minds of young children as we discuss some key studies, concepts, and insights from developmental psychology!


E1711: Baby Brains and Toddler Thinking in Sprout Fall 15 (Oct. 03 - 17, 2015)
Ever wondered what's going on inside a baby's brain? Why is it making that face? Why is it producing such bizarre sounds? Come on a journey through the minds of young children as we discuss some key studies, concepts, and insights from developmental psychology!


X1655: Tea-licious! in Splash Summer 15 (Jul. 25 - 26, 2015)
What's the difference between Earl Grey and Lady Grey? Why would anyone drink something called Gunpowder? And what on earth is an Oolong? Come learn all about the types, history, and cultural significance of tea. Tea-tasting included, of course! :)


S1168: Check Your Kerning! (Text as Art) in Sprout Summer 2014 (Jul. 12 - Aug. 02, 2014)
Fonts are much more than just arbitrary settings in your Word document! They are also powerful expressive and artistic tools. Come learn the basic components of a typeface and see just how beautiful a letter can be. You will get a chance to do some lettering of your own so bring your decorative flourish!


A957: Crochet Away! in Splash Spring 14 (Mar. 29, 2014)
Want to learn a relaxing and super-fun craft? Come learn how to crochet while listening to fun jams! Absolutely no experience required.


A958: Tangled Up In Friendship in Splash Spring 14 (Mar. 29, 2014)
Come join us and learn to make friendship bracelets from embroidery thread. It is super easy to learn and the bracelets are very colorful and pretty when they are finished!


A959: Sketch-tastic Shenanigans! in Splash Spring 14 (Mar. 29, 2014)
In this class, you will learn how to use a journal or sketchbook to open up your imagination. We will experiment with a variety of ways to interact with the page. Activities include free writing based on various visual and auditory prompts, blind line drawing, and Zentangling. No experience required!


H696: A First Look at Plato's Republic in Splash Fall 13 (Nov. 09, 2013)
An introduction to the basic themes and propositions of Plato's Republic. The Republic is one of Plato's most controversial and well-known works, and contains ideas such as the allegory of the cave, the discussion of ideal government, and an intricate scheme for social organization. No prior knowledge needed!


X697: It's Getting Queer in Here in Splash Fall 13 (Nov. 09, 2013)
This class is an introduction to LGBTQ presence in modern pop culture. We will look at the gender identity and expression of various celebrities, as well as the popular perception of queer culture. Along the way, we will discuss historical and theoretical context for LGBTQ issues.