Making A Splash Into Vietnam
Published by Seamus Harding, Duke Men’s Swimming & Diving
When I told my family and friends about this incredible opportunity, they were extremely curious about what this experience would…
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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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My Home Away from Home
Published by Sydney Steele, Stanford Softball
One thing I was able to learn through volunteering in ACE is that trying new things is not as scary…
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Impact, From a Distance
Published by Sydney Simmons, Duke Women’s Soccer
ACE in Place…I wasn’t quite sure how this was going to work, even after I accepted my position on the…
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The Power of Community
Published by Mia Paulsen, Stanford Women's Swimming & Diving
The photo above is of Taylor and me on our first day working in Pongobamba. We arrived early in the…
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Why Everyone Should Learn a Second Language
Published by Carly Perri, Duke Women's Swimming and Diving
For the longest time, I thought I wanted to study the Spanish language in college. I loved every Spanish class…
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What Does it Mean to be Grateful?
Published by Taylor Scornavacco, Stanford Women's Lacrosse
Having gratitude for the little things in life is something we actively focused on during our trip, and to say…
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Building Connections with a Language Barrier
Published by Jordan Fong, Stanford Women's Track and Field
Since our three-week journey has wrapped up, I’ve had some time to reflect on the trip and everything that I…
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Lessons Taught, Lessons Learned
Published by Tim Sah, Stanford Men's Tennis
“For the past three weeks, we have been your teachers and coaches, but you all have taught us more than…
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Closing Ceremony: Pikachu Style
Published by Ema Kuczura, Duke Women's Rowing
One of the most memorable moments of my experience came on Saturday, the last day of competition during the closing…
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