Originally from Aruba, Gerylaine has also lived in the US, London and South Africa before finally settling in the Netherlands. Gerylaine received her BA in Political Science from Earlham College and her MSc in International Development Studies from the University of Amsterdam. She has a passion for working in higher education institutions and enjoys connecting communities through groups like UvA Pride. As an alumna of the United World College, Gerylaine appreciates working in an institution that champions diversity, excellence and sustainability.