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Colorful Indian Prayer Rugs

Mukunda

Published by Verity Abel, Duke Women's Swimming and Diving
In Hinduism, Lord Krishna is one of the most major deities and is known as the god of compassion, tenderness,…
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Listening Well as a Practice of Love

Published by Jaida Lemmons, Duke Women's Track and Field
One thing, among many, that the people of Delhi do well is engage and welcome those who are not locals…
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Araad Playing with Chid Outside

Thank You, Nomzamo

Published by Araad Fisher, Duke Men's Wrestling
In recalling my 3 week ACE experience in the surrounding area of Cape Town, South Africa, it’s difficult to give…
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ACE Student-Athletes with a Class of Campers

Somber Ends and New Beginnings

Published by Johnathan Schwartzman, Duke Men’s Fencing
I have never wanted to miss a flight before, until the return trip from ACE. It is hard to put…
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ACE Student-Athlete and Child Playing Together on Competition Day

March Madness in Vietnam

Published by Kevin Gehsmann, Duke Football
The most humbling moment for me was watching the kids love to play basketball. We started coaching from the ground…
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Coaches and Kids Playing in the Rain

Competition Day

Published by Mackenzie Willborn, Duke Women’s Swimming and Diving
Returning home from Vietnam is honestly a bit daunting to think about. After seeing and feeling so many things, going…
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ACE Student-Athlete with Campers in Classroom

Language – A Mere Separation

Published by Kevin Gehsmann, Duke Football
We first met our team of kids on Sunday during a pre-camp orientation. My first reaction — shocking. Having never…
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ACE Students-Athletes Sharing a Vietnamese Meal

Reflection

Published by Mackenzie Willborn, Duke Women’s Swimming and Diving
Towards the end of our first week teaching 8th and 9th graders in Vietnam, all 10 American coaches and our…
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