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A Genuine Smile

Published by Abby Alemayeho, Stanford Squash
When was the last time I smiled? This was the question I asked myself to start this piece. I am…
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Thank you, Keith

Published by Michael Volpe, Duke Men’s Swimming & Diving
As my ACE team members can attest to, I made thorough use of the sauna at our gym throughout my…
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Joyful Chaos

Published by Abby Geiser, Duke Women’s Track & Field
Five years from now, this summer will feel like a distant memory. When I look back at photos, I will…
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Pura Vida

Published by Caelan Koch, Stanford Softball
I think one thing that was really surprising to me that I learned from our community partners was how their…
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My New Costa Rican Family

Published by India Houghton, Stanford Women’s Tennis
The ACE program in Costa Rica changed my perspective like no other. When my plane touched down in San Jose,…
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Dear Future Self

Published by Jala Wright, Duke Softball
Dear Future Self, 5 years from now hopefully you are married and traveling the world with your spouse (LOL). If…
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