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Workshop study choice popular with final exam students

The workshop 'Study difficult it must be to make are well informed and
choice information' at Co- a choice. My most impor- prepared for their further
legio Arubano has been a tant advice is not to stand education and further life
success this past week at. still, because time certainly abroad. We are very grate-
Nearly 300 HAVO 5 and does not stand still.” ful to WeConnect for their
VWO 6 students attended time, energy and the infor-
the workshop during school Empowerment mation they have provided
time. Amedee Wever studied to our students.”
Earth Sciences at the Uni-
Former students of Colegio versity of Amsterdam. “I Follow-up
stood in front of the class hope that we have been It makes you want more,
and shared their experi- able to provide insight, those workshops, as the
ence about studying in the inspiration and practical survey among the stu-
Netherlands. This s an ini- tips and tricks that the stu- dents showed afterwards.
tiative of the educational dents will take with them They also indicated that
foundation WeConnect, into the next, very exciting, they would like to talk to
which thus contributes to chapter of their lives. They Arubans who are already
education choice informa- have unlimited potential, studying in the Netherlands.
tion. and with the right mindset Studies such as Biology and
they are sure to thrive.” The Medical Laboratory Re-
Information third spokesperson, Aruban search, International Busi-
A very large proportion of Joseph Loaiza (Tax Law, ness and Law are popular.
these students will leave for Leiden University) adds: “The students want more
another country in a few “Believe in yourself and just information about housing,
months' time; the choice go for it. Your journey is just life-work balance, study
for the Netherlands is an starting. Enjoy every mo- pressure, mental health,
obvious one. Some already ment.” All three have since budgeting and how to deal
know for sure what they returned to their native is- with Dutch culture.” Tanja
want to study and in which happy with the demand the Netherlands to study. land as young profession- Fraai explains. WeConnect
city, others are still unsure. from the schools.” says We- The Aruban born Nanine als. has offered to facilitate
“It is difficult to choose from Connect manager Tanja Ponson chose Biology and these virtual conversations.
a distance and the field Fraai. Medical Laboratory Re- Need All workshops are hosted
of choice is complex and search at the Hogeschool At Colegio people are by Rachel Hughes, the lo-
diverse, especially with all Peers Leiden, followed by a mas- happy with the information cal WeConnect coordina-
English-language studies in WeConnect works with the ter's degree at the VU Uni- provided by WeConnect. tor on the island. The work-
the Netherlands. Everyone peer-to-peer system, so the versity in Amsterdam. ”I see Dean Richeilla Wijngaarde: shop has been running for
should be able to ask his information officers are for- a young Nanine in front of ”As a dean, I think it is im- some time at Colegio Nigel
or her questions. So we are mer students who went to me, and I can imagine how portant that our students Matthew in San Nicolas.q
Medlab Aruba ‘fit-2-fly’:

Covid-19 testing on the island

NOORD — While on vacation, testing prior to coming to Aruba
the last thing you need to worry and have all their information in-
about is what to do or where to go corporated upon entry to any
for your COVID-19 testing. Many of the available testing centers.
countries, including the U.S. re- Guests will receive a confirmation
quire for all passengers heading email with QR-code that will be
back home to present with a neg- requested upon day of testing to on these properties will be allowed
ative test result for PCR or Antigen facilitate a faster turn-around time to conduct the test. Appointment Price
72 hours prior to departure. for your results. is also made online at WWW.CO- Offering a great rate for the test-
VIDARUBA.COM. ing. The Antigen test is at $50 and
MEDLAB Aruba is an accredited Testing options The participating hotels with test- the PCR at $100. Payment method
ISO 15189:2012 OGA-LE 23-08 lab- Offering three method of testing ing facilities are Aruba Marriott is card (preferred), cash (hygiene
oratory with over 30 years of expe- gives you, our island visitors, the Resort (Stellaris, Ocean and Surf measures).
rience on the island. The laborato- possibility to choose which service Club), Holiday Inn, Playa Linda The COVID Test is not covered by
ry complies with the Department is at your convenience. Recom- Beach Resort, RIU Antillas, RIU Pal- the Aruba Visitor’s Insurance, but
of Public Health of Aruba, and the mended time to complete test ace, Eagle Resort, Costa Linda you are able to seek reimburse-
Centers for Disease Control and prior to departure is 48 (72) hours. Beach Resort, Bucuti & Tara Beach ment once back home.
Prevention (CDC) requirements We also request for you to bring Resort, Manchebo Beach Resort,
for COVID -19 testing. MEDLAB your passport to the appointment. Casa del Mar & Aruba Beach Results
Aruba has been assigned as one Testing Option 1: Walk-In service Club, Caribbean Palm Village. Turn-around time for results is with-
of the private laboratories autho- at our location in Noord Medi- Testing Option 3: Airbnb/ Other in 24 hours. Result is sent electroni-
rized to perform “Fit-2-Fly” testing cal Center (NMC), Noord 63 or hotel location. We come to you cally to your email (check spam/
for departing passengers. at Superfood COVID Testing Cen- for the test together with our ve- junk folder)
Hassle free scheduling – QR-code ter. You may also book online at hicular Mobile Health Test Unit. We
The laboratory has invested on the WWW.COVIDARUBA.COM and require a minimum of six people For more information visit www.
only fully integrated digital book- choose location. for this service. Request/ Book covidaruba.com, call us at +297
ing platform on the island that al- Testing Option 2: On-site at partici- appointment through WhatsApp 5975548 or email us at covid@lab.
lows guests to pre-register for the pating hotels. Only guests staying number +297 5975548. aw.q