Ashley has recently completed her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and Psychology at Vanderbilt University.  She joined the VACorps program in May 2018 and participated in a sports marketing internship at a provincial rugby club. 

“Words can hardly begin to describe just how much my eleven weeks in Cape Town meant to me. Cape Town has an energizing, yet relaxed vibe, which compelled me to seize each day I spent here, but also become more easy-going. During my internship with a provincial rugby club, I learned so much more than just Sports Marketing skills. I got the chance to see different parts of Cape Town, meet world famous rugby players, and discovered how sports can impact the community in more ways than one can know. Throughout the summer, the VACorps staff was amazing. I knew that they each wanted to not only help me with professional development, but also create a personal relationship with me. The best part about VACorp struly is the people. The friends I made this summer are some of the greatest people I have ever met. In just a few short weeks, I bonded more quickly with them than with any other group of friends I’ve made. From hiking to watching sunsets on Signal Hill to having movie and pizza nights, spending time with these amazing people proved that the friendships I made here are for a lifetime. I can’t thank VAC enough for giving me the greatest summer of my life.“