Deeper than the Surface of Volunteering
Published 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…
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A Small Piece of a Larger Puzzle
Published 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…
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A Small Impact
Published 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…
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What I Learned
Published by Kate Kutzer, Duke Women's Track and Field
Sitting on the plane ride home, I stared out over the wing into the vast blue Pacific, replaying our many…
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Comfortable with the Uncomfortable
Published by India Lowe, Duke Women's Track and Field
The few weeks in India have been a great learning experience. One of the biggest lessons I will take away…
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Looking Back at it All
Published by Julia Persche, Stanford Women's Lacrosse
After deciding to go to school across the country and overcoming bouts of homesickness my freshman year, I never thought…
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The Power of Children
Published by Valerie Przekop, Stanford Women's Track and Field
During my time in India, I had the pleasure of working with Butterflies, a local NGO, as well as D.A.V.…
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Lessons Forever Learned
Published by Blake Sun, Stanford Men's Gymnastics
Even though three weeks is a relatively short period of time for anyone to completely understand a foreign culture, I…
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Looking Back
Published by Maddie Hess, Duke Women's Swimming and Diving
It’s been half a week since I’ve returned from India. I already miss the SIT staff, DAV and SPYM children,…
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Lessons Learned: Giving Children a Fighting Chance
Published by Nathaniel Hernandez, Duke Men's Swimming & Diving
As I finish my time in India, I feel so lucky to have been a part of this amazing program.…
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