Kara is a 2026 graduate of Boston College, where she earned numerous academic and team honors throughout her collegiate career. She was named to the Hockey East All-Academic Team for four consecutive years, was a Top 5 finalist for the Hockey Humanitarian Award, and served as President of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee during her senior year.

Originally from Belmont, Massachusetts, Kara developed her hockey skills playing for Assabet Valley and the Boston Junior Eagles before continuing her career at Boston College.

She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Applied Psychology and Human Development, concentrating in Special Education. This fall, she will continue her education at Boston University, pursuing a master’s degree in Child Life and Family-Centered Care.