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Inspiring a Love of Learning

Published by Lillie Walker, Duke Softball
As I take time to reflect on my experience with ACE, I can’t help but feel extremely grateful and blessed…
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Gift-Giving in Vietnam

Published by Ellie Sutro, Stanford Women’s Rowing
Every morning and afternoon, we, the Vietnamese, Stanford, and Duke coaches, would get off the bus at the school. And…
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Try New Things

Published by Conor Bohrer, Duke Men’s Track and Field & Cross Country
Try new things. That’s been my theme this summer, and ACE has been the driving force behind it. Coming into…
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3 Weeks, 2 ‘Sabais,’ 1 Goal

Published by Alana Vawter, Stanford Softball
Going into this summer and this program I had no idea what to expect. What would an online service project…
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The Lasting Impacts of ACE in Place

Published by Emma Shuppert, Duke Women's Swimming and Diving
The virtual ACE program this summer completely exceeded my expectations. The friendships I made and the various people I had…
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Zulu Dances in my Living Room

Published by Faith Zhefuss, Stanford Lightweight Rowing
Participating in ACE in Place South Africa expanded my world view and understanding of ethical service. I had doubts about…
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Worthwhile While Home

Published by Deja Davis, Duke Softball
Participating in ACE this summer has been surprisingly rewarding. And don’t get me wrong, I knew I would end this…
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A Snapshot into South Africa

Published by Natalie Maurer, Duke Women’s Soccer
As my virtual ACE South Africa program has come to a close, I look back on my experience and interactions…
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