ESP Biography



CATHERINE ZAW, walking the lifelong path of awesome



Major: Biology

College/Employer: Stanford

Year of Graduation: 2015

Picture of Catherine Zaw

Brief Biographical Sketch:

Hailing from the East Coast, I have worn black since seventh grade. I sleep occasionally and procrastinate more. Besides eating/cooking, I love creative writing, volunteering, swimming, and jamming to electronic/dance and hard rock/metal music. Some of my things to do before I die: own a food truck, donate a million dollars, and walk the Great Wall of China.



Past Classes

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V3731: The Next Act: You in Splash! Spring 2014 (Apr. 12 - 13, 2014)
Even with the increasingly diverse performing arts, not everyone’s stories or faces are equally (or even proportionally) represented on stage. Is there really such thing as being “race-blind?” Join us while we explore this topic, culminating in the creation of your own monologue! No experience or background in writing/acting needed at all. After all, it’s your turn to take the stage.


V3256: The Next Act: You in Splash! Fall 2013 (Nov. 02 - 03, 2013)
Even with the increasingly diverse performing arts, not everyone’s stories or faces are equally (or even proportionally) represented on stage. Is there really such thing as being “race-blind?” Join us while we explore this topic, culminating in the creation of your own monologue! No experience or background in writing/acting needed at all. After all, it’s your turn to take the stage.


R2765: Pen > Sword in Splash! Spring 2013 (Apr. 13 - 14, 2013)
A creative writing workshop for anyone that has ever fancied putting some words together, is working on the next New York Times bestseller, or is stuck in a rut with a blank page in front of them. Turn your thoughts to text and leave with more than enough to write.


V2921: The Next Act: You in Splash! Spring 2013 (Apr. 13 - 14, 2013)
Even with the increasingly diverse performing arts, not everyone's stories or faces are equally (or even proportionally) represented on stage. Is there really such thing as being "race-blind?" Join us while we explore this topic, culminating in the creation of your own monologue! No experience or background in writing/acting needed at all. After all, it's your turn to take the stage.


B2389: The Great Stem Cell Debate in Splash! Fall 2012 (Nov. 03 - 04, 2012)
After some background information about recent developments in stem cell technology, therapy, research is provided, students will get to roleplay and debate and discuss the ethical implications behind these advancements and about the future of stem cell research. Get ready to “roll"-play!


B2541: 21st Century Advancements in Stem Cell Technology in Splash! Fall 2012 (Nov. 03 - 04, 2012)
So you’ve heard about stem cells on the news or in class, and you’d like to find out more about what they can do. This course, taught by members of the Stanford Student Society for Stem Cell Research, will cover recent advancements in stem cell technology and research. If you’ve ever wondered whether stem cells can be used to grow organs, repair spinal cord injuries, or cure cancer, this class is for you!


B2166: The Great Stem Cell Debate in Splash! Spring 2012 (Apr. 21 - 22, 2012)
After some background information about recent developments in stem cell technology, therapy, research is provided, students will get to roleplay and debate and discuss the ethical implications behind these advancements and about the future of stem cell research. Get ready to "roll"-play!


L2312: Speaking of Blueberries: An Improv Comedy Class in Splash! Spring 2012 (Apr. 21 - 22, 2012)
Improvisation, a skill that we use on an everyday basis, is a great tool for freeing up the mind and getting into a creative frame of mind. You'll be moving around, talking, and laughing! Don't prepare, just show up!