Thank you, Keith
Published by Michael Volpe, Duke Men’s Swimming & Diving
As my ACE team members can attest to, I made thorough use of the sauna at our gym throughout my…
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Joyful Chaos
Published by Abby Geiser, Duke Women’s Track & Field
Five years from now, this summer will feel like a distant memory. When I look back at photos, I will…
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Pura Vida Mae: The Sustainable Lifestyle of Gandoca and Unforgettable Memories Made
Published by Cameron Kerr, Duke Men’s Soccer
As I boarded my first flight to Costa Rica, reality finally hit me: I was en route to one of…
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Two Different Jungles: Readjusting After ACE
Published by Chloe Beittel, Duke Women’s Fencing
I’m back in Washington, D.C. after the ACE in Costa Rica program. I wasn’t emotional leaving like I had been…
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Dear Future Self
Published by Jala Wright, Duke Softball
Dear Future Self, 5 years from now hopefully you are married and traveling the world with your spouse (LOL). If…
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A Lifetime of Connection
Published by Kelsey Zampa, Duke Softball
Community. This is a word I had used in the context of groups with similar beliefs, physical characteristics, experiences, etc.…
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Staying Present
Published by Michael Bennett, Duke Men’s Track & Field
I learned so much during this ACE experience, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have an experience like…
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A Changing Perspective
Published by Connor Krug, Duke Men’s Tennis
This image shows ACE participant Connor Krug shark diving on a previous vacation! When I stumbled upon the 2022 ACE…
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The Merits of Virtual Service Programs
Published by Zach Barry
Beginning my experience with ACE in Place Vietnam, I was curious to see how the program would operate in a…
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Great Memories
Published by Gisele Tapia, Duke Softball
A big reason I chose a virtual service experience is that ACE is the first service experience I have tried.…
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