Program Details Foreign Language Newspapers published in the U.S. and abroad can be wonderful genealogical resources even when you do not know the language. We’ll discuss why and how to use foreign language newspapers as well as where to access these overlooked resources online.

Biographical Details Karina Robinson considers herself a global generalist with an interest and ability in researching families with wide-ranging geographic histories. A California native, she has visited all fifty United States, over two dozen countries, and has lived in Europe, the Caribbean, and South America. An historian by training, Karina has worked as a professional genealogist for more than 20 years and is currently an advanced researcher on the International Team at Legacy Tree Genealogists working in a dozen languages. Previously she worked as a genealogist for Ancestry.com and served five years as the principal researcher for the California State Librarian. She holds a B.A. in art history and foreign languages (Spanish, German, Italian); an M.A. in History; a Certificate in Genealogical Research; and has contributed historical research to multiple books, articles, and online encyclopedia pieces.  

How to Attend Registration is required to attend this meeting on Zoom. Members will receive an email invitation to register about a week prior to the meeting. Non-members, please send a request to register to info@washtenawgenealogy.org by March 18. Information regarding a handout is not yet available.