ESP Biography



BRIAN OMBONGA, Stanford senior, working towards being a doctor.



Major: STS

College/Employer: Stanford

Year of Graduation: 2016

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Brief Biographical Sketch:

I'm Stanford senior interested in public health, medicine, and African studies. My goal is to help marginalized communities in healthcare. I love kids, doughnuts, and tea, among other things.



Past Classes

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H4720: Chai tea?: The history and rise to fame of an American misnomer in Splash Fall 2015 (Nov. 07 - 08, 2015)
A misnomer is the wrong use of name and the word "chai" is exactly that. Chai tea has quickly risen to prominence amongst tea drinkers around the country. If you go to any Starbucks, the Chai tea latte is bound to be one of the most popular drinks. Something about the unique blend of herbs draws attracts people like no other. But why? How did this happen? What is exactly is Chai tea? We will learn about the origin, history, and present popularity of chai. There will be an interactive part of the class where we will make our own tea bags from an assortment of teas as well as have the opportunity to decorate a mug! Get ready to have some fun and make some chai!


H4722: The Beginner’s Guide To Essential Oils: Using mother nature as a tool in wellness, cleaning, beauty, and more! in Splash Fall 2015 (Nov. 07 - 08, 2015)
We will learn about essential oils, where they come from, the four ways to use them, and the potential benefits gained from doing so. Students will be able to take home a handy-dandy guide that lists the essential oils covered in the class and more. Students will also have the opportunity to smell several essential oils and choose two to take make their own air freshener!


H2251: Doughnuts and other pastries in Splash! Spring 2012 (Apr. 21 - 22, 2012)
Learn everything you've always wanted to know about doughnuts and other pastries.