Will the Good of Others PublishedSeptember 04, 2024 by Yannis Schattman Taking time to reflect on a truly eye-opening trip, it is difficult to pinpoint specific instances that stood out to… Read more
Cultural Connections and Compassionate Contributions PublishedJuly 31, 2024 by Macy Szukics Participating in ACE in South Africa has taught me numerous things about myself, my peers, communities abroad, other cultures, diverse… Read more
“We Can’t Go Over It, We Can’t Go Under It, So We Gotta Go Through It!”- Persist, Listen, and Most Importantly, Be Happy PublishedJuly 31, 2024 by Monica Balakrishnan Fun fact: the quote in this blog’s title is a line from a book readapted to a song performed by… Read more
Celebrating the Unknown PublishedAugust 08, 2023 by Rory Cavan, Duke Men’s Cross Country + Track and Field My time as a member of the ACE in South Africa team was truly one of the greatest experiences of… Read more
A Welcoming Community PublishedJuly 20, 2019 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… Read more
Deeper than the Surface of Volunteering PublishedJuly 20, 2019 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… Read more
A Small Piece of a Larger Puzzle PublishedJuly 20, 2019 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… Read more
A Small Impact PublishedJuly 20, 2019 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… Read more
Finding a Purpose PublishedJuly 25, 2018 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.… Read more
Perhaps a Little Difference Is Enough PublishedJuly 25, 2018 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… Read more