Tina Garcia

Tiina García is a Lecturer in Tourism at SAMK, focusing on international education and student mobility programs. She actively participates in Erasmus+ agreements, facilitating exchange programs between SAMK and institutions in Tenerife, Spain. Her work includes hosting the first Canarian exchange students in SAMK's Service Business area, emphasizing cross-cultural educational experiences.

Her research interests center on international student mobility, tourism education, and fostering global partnerships in applied sciences. García has contributed to expanding SAMK's international outreach through collaborative programs with universities like the University of La Laguna in Tenerife.

She authored a blog post detailing her experiences with exchange students, highlighting their unique journeys and the cultural exchanges between Finland and Spain. The article reflects on challenges and joys of adapting to Finnish academic and cultural environments, including anecdotes about snowfall, language barriers, and institutional comparisons between SAMK and Spanish universities.

García is praised by students for her approachable teaching style and commitment to creating inclusive learning environments. Her role extends beyond classroom instruction to mentorship through real-world experiences such as organizing student visits to Lapland and facilitating familial visits from abroad.