Reflections on a summer of opportunities
Published by Julia Ryskamp
Now that my DukeEngage experience has come to an end, I’ve been able to reflect on everything I’ve learned and …
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Backpacking through the North Cascades
Published by Samaya Pattim
As a major national park enthusiast and nature lover, I have found Seattle to be a dream. From seeing Mt. …
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Understanding foster care, adoption, and adoptee rights
Published by Julia Ryskamp
On my first day of work at Amara, I was asked multiple times “what do you know about the foster …
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Dignity in Non-Profit Work
Published by Jacob Satisky
Dignity. What does it mean to treat others with dignity? To me, it’s about affirming someone’s self-worth and not treating …
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Gentrification, Privilege, and the American Dream
Published by Grace Jeffrey
“The American Dream still exists.” During DukeEngage Academy, our cohort grappled with this statement, moving ourselves to stand by signs …
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