Living Life with a Smile
Published by Julia Boyet, Duke Softball
At the end of the three-week summer camp we shared a tearful goodbye with the 8th and 9th-grade Vietnamese kids…
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Embracing the Unfamiliar
Published by Jaden Abas, Stanford Wrestling
I did not know what to expect stepping onto the plane crossing the Atlantic Ocean. However, I did know that…
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The Unforgettable Three Weeks in South Africa
Published by Mary Claire Morrison, Duke Rowing
The last three weeks have been some of the most unforgettable experiences of my life and definitely a staple part…
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Tears of Joy
Published by Valencia Xu, Stanford Women’s Tennis
As student-athletes immersed in the daily stressors of university life, we are accustomed to shedding tears of worry, grief, sadness,…
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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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Two Different Jungles: Readjusting After ACE
Published by Chloe Beittel, Duke Women’s Fencing
I’m back in Washington, D.C. after the ACE in Costa Rica program. I wasn’t emotional leaving like I had been…
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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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Staying Present
Published by Michael Bennett, Duke Men’s Track & Field
I learned so much during this ACE experience, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have an experience like…
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Learning How to Lead a Pura Vida
Published by Jordan Stock, Stanford Women's Lightweight Rowing
Sometimes it’s not just about the journey or arriving at the destination, but about the people you meet along the…
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