Joanaila Geerman-Laclé earned a Master of Arts after successfully defending her thesis on October 19, 2026, according to 24ora.
Thesis examines corporate-policy choices
She completed the Master in Governance and Leadership program in the University of Aruba’s Faculty of Arts and Science. Her thesis examined balancing uniformity and diversity in corporate policies, with a focus on countries of the Dutch Caribbean.
Graduation committee hears the defence
The graduation committee consisted of Jacques van der Scheer, Luc Alofs and Danny Martinez. Family members, colleagues, University of Aruba lecturers and fellow students also attended the defence, the report said.
The announcement thanked the program’s lecturers and the professionals who supported Geerman-Laclé during her studies. It also acknowledged people within and outside the university who contributed to her achievement.
Source: Read the original 24ora report.















































