Visitors, Not Tourists PublishedJuly 24, 2025 by Johrdyn Tarpeh Yep, Cape Town is as stunning as everyone says it is. However, it would be such a shame if that… Read more
Life in Harmony – A Community of People and Wildlife PublishedJuly 12, 2024 by Francesca Morland, Duke Rowing My time in Gandoca, Costa Rica offered an immersive cultural and sustainability-oriented experience. I was welcomed into local Costa Rican… Read more
Connecting Through Smiles: Lessons Learned from Teaching in Long Mỹ PublishedAugust 08, 2023 by Chelsea Proutt, Duke Rowing Upon returning home, I have found myself routinely scrolling through the photos I took in Vietnam. In almost every photo,… Read more
The Unforgettable Three Weeks in South Africa PublishedAugust 08, 2023 by Mary Claire Morrison, Duke Rowing The last three weeks have been some of the most unforgettable experiences of my life and definitely a staple part… Read more
Collaborating to Find our Solution for Plastic Pollution PublishedJuly 24, 2022 by John Peters, Duke Men’s Golf Three weeks went by in the blink of an eye. When starting ACE in Place South Africa, I felt I… Read more
Lessons on Food and Meaningful Service PublishedJuly 27, 2021 by Zach Wassmer, Duke Men’s Swimming and Diving My team’s work with SA Harvest has had a substantial impact on my understanding of the world and of myself.… Read more
ACE in…My Home? PublishedJuly 27, 2021 by Olivia Tighe, Duke Women’s Swimming & Diving Despite ACE being virtual this year I saw this as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience a new culture in a… Read more
Zoom Connections PublishedJuly 27, 2021 by Sydney Yap, Duke Volleyball As a sophomore in high school scrolling through the Duke Athletics website in awe, the ACE Program was an experience… Read more
What I Learned About Culture PublishedAugust 25, 2019 by Josh Romine, Duke Men's Cross Country and Track & Field When I set out to Shangri-La with ACE, I expected to learn more about the local culture. I knew I… Read more
Five Moments that Most Stand Out PublishedAugust 25, 2019 by Matthias Frick, Duke Men's Soccer 1. The views Shangri-La offers breathtaking views, and I enjoyed every second of it. Be it the view from the… Read more