Karina was born and raised in Silver Spring, Maryland, where she currently resides. She graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a B.A. in Spanish and Literature in 2019. She also holds an Associates Degree in Life Science from Montgomery College.

Karina is a dog lover and currently has 2 dogs, Shelby and Lola, and two goldfish, Ginger and Josefina. She loves to take her kayak out on weekends and spends most of her time with her dogs at lakes and parks throughout the DMV.

Karina joined MSATP in Fall 2022 as the Event Coordinator. She is excited to meet members and attendees at an upcoming seminar!