News & Updates
Grant funds help offset travel and training expenses for members of Team USA
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USOC’s Athlete Career And Education Program Awards More Than $240K In Athlete Tuition Grants
U.S. Olympic Committee May 30, 2019
The amount accounts for a 75 percent increase from last grant term.
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ACE Program helps Paralympic snowboarder craft his woodworking business
Devin Lowe May 30, 2019
Mike Shea is bettering his business, Altered Grain Design, thanks to ACE
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In 2 Short Months, Chris Fogt Earned Military Promotion, Master’s Degree, Upgraded Olympic Medal
Shawn Smith May 29, 2019
The three-time Olympic bobsledder saw his bronze medal upgraded to silver, and that was just the beginning.
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How Dozens Of Olympians And Paralympians Are Taking The “Next Step” Thanks To Dartmouth And The USOC
Scott McDonald May 17, 2019
A two-week transition to business program helps athletes and military veterans.
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A Force On The Bobsled Track, Aja Evans Is Finding The Tools To Become A Force In Her Next Career, Too
Maggie Hendricks March 22, 2019
Evans, who won an Olympic bronze medal in 2014, recently completed a three-month corporate internship.
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Leveraging ACE: U.S. Ski & Snowboard Gets Lift from ACE
Amy Triandiflu Jan. 31, 2019
Julie Glusker, Director, Athlete Career & Education, U.S. Ski & Snowboard, shared the following NGB’s insights on connecting with ACE to advance athletes competitive and professional edge.
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Leveraging ACE: USA Swimming Dives In
Amy Triandiflu Jan. 09, 2019
Stacy-Michael Miller, National Team Support and Services Director, USA Swimming shares her approach to connecting their athletes with ACE resources. While the NGB is driven by high performance results in the water, they also see value in athlete’s endeavors beyond the pool.
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'Moving On:' Marissa Castelli Doesn' Want You To Call Her Retired
Nick McCarvel Jan. 07, 2019
Figure skater Marissa Castelli officially calls it a career after winning an Olympic Team Event bronze medal and two U.S. titles.
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Elite Athletes, Entrepreneurs Share Mindset
Dec. 07, 2018
Retired Team USA athletes spent two days this fall learning how to leverage their athletic traits into future entrepreneurship.
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USOC's ACE Program Fueling Educational Goals of Team USA
Amy Triandiflou Nov. 02, 2018
This fall, more than 75 current and retired athletes were awarded ACE | USOC Tuition Grants to support educational endeavors. In 2018, the program provided more than $240,000 for tuition and certification support.