A Welcoming Community
Published by Mike Ungvarsky, Duke Men’s Cross Country and Track & Field
Before the plane took off for South Africa, the one aspect I was most nervous about was the reaction we…
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Deeper than the Surface of Volunteering
Published by Sarah Nelson, Duke Women’s Volleyball
This trip was an unforgettable experience. More than the tangibles, I learned so many important lessons about life. These kids…
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A Small Piece of a Larger Puzzle
Published by Jameson Kavel, Duke Softball
When I found out I was going to South Africa, I was so excited for the opportunity to interact with…
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A Small Impact
Published by Jazz Moreno, Duke Softball
As soon as I applied for ACE in South Africa, the only expectation I had was that I was going…
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Finding a Purpose
Published by Sydnei Murphy, Duke Women's Track & Field
One moment. A snapshot. A humbling experience. An occasion that stuck with me. One instance that gave me a purpose.…
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Perhaps a Little Difference Is Enough
Published by Kayla McCoy, Duke Women's Soccer
When I applied for ACE in South Africa, all I knew was that we would be working with women and…
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Bigger and Stronger
Published by Roman Romero, Duke Wrestling
After my first week of working with the kids my perspective has been exponentially broadened. I would not even consider…
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A Story of a New Student
Published by Callie Humphrey, Duke Women's Lacrosse
I have to admit, the night before we took our first ride to Nomzamo I was nervous. It felt as…
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Jay-Z, Mohamed Salah, and Duck Duck Goose
Published by Max Feldman, Duke Men's Soccer
Today marks one week since we arrived in South Africa. There are so many stories and many things I could…
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The Language Hurdle
Published by Sydnei Murphy, Duke Women's Track and Field
It was not until about our third day on project that the language barrier became a problem. If it had…
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