Hello! I'm Karina, and I'm a resident of Earth (no way, you too?)

In all seriousness, I'm from Los Angeles and currently reside in upstate NY as a fourth-year student studying Anthropology. Some of my hobbies include being outside, hanging out with dogs, drinking tea, writing stories, riding horses, photography, and learning interesting things about the places I travel to or any bizarre fun facts so if you have some, feel free to share them!

I'm also Deaf, fluent in American Sign Language, and am more than happy to teach some ASL

**WILL NOT BE BACK IN ROCHESTER UNTIL AUGUST**

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm going to Italy this summer for a study abroad program and will be traveling in Europe for a few weeks before and after. Staying with people through Couchsurfing is a great way to meet locals and learn about each place I go to while traveling!

Music, Movies, and Books

Books- 1984 and the Harry Potter series

Movies- Spirited Away, Coco

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Shaved my head completely bald
Ran a half marathon (and a full marathon on my bucket list!)
Participated in a cheese rolling festival where we chase a roll of cheese down a steep hill (yes, it's a thing! xD)
Collected a bunch of soda tabs for months and donated them to the McDonald House when I was six... passion for our Earth ran in me even then!

Teach, Learn, Share

Slowly expanding my collection of cool pictures from my travels

Lover of card games and board games--are you ready for a fierce battle of the wits, or perhaps luck, with someone you just met? Because I so am!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can teach you ASL
Willing to help with your pets and your garden if you have them
I can bring some ingredients and make a delicious vegetarian dinner with you

And of course, if you're busy, I can do my own thing too, just let me know!

Countries I’ve Visited

Belize, Colombia, Croatia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, England, Guatemala, India, Mexico