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An Experience Avo(cado) Never Forget

Published by KyAnh Truong, Duke Women’s Swimming & Diving
As an introvert, I often found myself struggling to build many new meaningful connections for myself during an overwhelming freshman…
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Thankful Reflection

Published by Lillie Walker, Duke Softball
We had our final Zoom meeting for the ACE Vietnam Program, and I found myself reflecting on the whole experience.…
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Meet the ACE in Place Vietnam 2022 Team

Published by 2022 ACE in Place Vietnam Team
The ACE in Place Vietnam group has rapidly immersed ourselves into our responsibilities through working alongside Coach for College and…
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Zoom Filters and Memories for Life

Published by Steph Zempolich, Duke Women’s Lacrosse
When I applied to ACE this year I knew I would gain some sort of meaningful experience out of it…
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Open Hearts and Open Minds

Published by Laurel Foster, Stanford Sailing
After much of my college experience was defined by the pandemic and coming in and out of lockdowns, I took…
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Going (Fried) Bananas Over Vietnam!

Published by Marge Bilokin, Duke Women's Tennis
Undoubtedly, ACE is an experience to remember. Although virtual, I have established lifelong connections, made friends from Duke as well…
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Skepticism to Enthusiasm

Published by Kees Heetderks, Duke Men’s Soccer
Before applying to ACE this summer, I was disappointed as I did not think I would be able to participate.…
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A Life Changing Summer

Published by Keeley Akagi, Stanford Field Hockey
This was the best summer experience I could have ever imagined for myself. Working with other Vietnamese college students and…
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