Karina Bilbao

Karina has a degree in cultural tourism management from the University of Valparaíso and a certificate in international studies from the University of Chile in Santiago. She worked for several years with foreign students at the University of Valparaíso and joined SIT Study Abroad as homestay coordinator in 2008. As program coordinator, Karina organizes homestay placements, serves as the point person for student services, and is the financial coordinator for the program. In addition to her professional skills, Karina draws on her personal study abroad experience, having lived and studied in Utah for two years. Karina works with each student and host family to ensure a rewarding homestay experience.