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Cortney Cordero

<div>Cortney Cordero is a senior majoring in journalism at Hofstra University with a minor in creative writing. This New&nbsp;<span style="font-size: 13.0080003738403px; line-height: 1.538em;">Yorker has wanted to travel to Africa since she was in Kindergarten. This fall, her dream is finally coming true, and she&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 13.0080003738403px; line-height: 1.538em;">wants to share her experience with you.</span></div>

Home University:
Hofstra University
Major:
Journalism

Blogs by Cortney Cordero

Cortney Cordero,

Being State-Side Again

Well, folks, this is it. I'm officially back in New York and looking for my next adventure. These are a few of my closing thoughts about goodbyes and the past...

Cortney Cordero,

Climbing Lion's Head

My first mountain hiking experience might have been a challenge, but it was a great experience in the end. Note to self: Don't hike a mountain on a rainy day.

Cortney Cordero,

Homestays

One IES trip is called the Homestay Experience, where students get to spend 24 hours in a township. This is my own personal experience and a few thoughts on why...

Cortney Cordero,

The Garden Route

The first IES Abroad field trip I went on was the Garden Route. Although I was hesitant to go on the trip at first, it quickly became one of the highlights of...