Merari Rubalcava G. is originally from Queretaro, Mexico. He received his undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University-Idaho in Rexburg, Idaho and his Master's Degree in International Relations from the University of Essex in Colchester, England. He has lived and taught in several countries including Mexico, England, and China. 

Merari enjoys spending time with his family, building model airplanes, video games, and is an avid reader who loves history and art.