Posts from ACE in South Africa in Stanford University and Community partner relationships

Usisi, mamela, and sweet-treat-o’clock. When I think back upon this trip, those are the highlight words I remember, the words…

As student-athletes immersed in the daily stressors of university life, we are accustomed to shedding tears of worry, grief, sadness,…

When was the last time I smiled? This was the question I asked myself to start this piece. I am…

In what is arguably the most chaotic time of my life, from playing in my first ever Women’s Softball College…

The past three weeks have been such an enlightening experience full of growth and understanding. From meetings with Ocean Pledge’s…

ACE in Place South Africa - I chose this program not only because I was interested in community service but…

Participating in ACE in Place South Africa expanded my world view and understanding of ethical service. I had doubts about…

While our three weeks in South Africa have come to a close, the lessons I have learned and the memories…

Going into the ACE program, I was prepared to soak in the South African culture, meet members of the Zola…

After being home for no more than 24 hours, I find myself lamenting over the end of this trip already.…