NA businesses donate to Howard scholarship awardee
Several business owners within the township of New Amsterdam, Region Six (East Berbice Corentyne) have joined together to assist a former Queen’s College student who was awarded a scholarship to Howard University.
Kayla Vanderstoop of Stanleytown, New Amsterdam, was accepted into the Chemical Engineering programme at Howard University in Washington, DC.
Howard scholarship awardee Kayla Vanderstoop
The scholarship is worth US$19,000 which is a substantial difference from the US$47,000 annual school fee.
On Friday, businesses in the country’s oldest town pledged to support the 19-year-old Vanderstoop at a special reception hosted by New Amsterdam Mayor Winifred Haywood.
Those who contributed towards the young woman’s education were A Ally’s and Sons; Sheldon Contracting Firm; KT Fabrication and Construction; Danzie’s Fashion Center and Auto Sales; S and R Catering; Winifred Haywood; Carol Trim-Bagot; Haven Developmental Care and Trim Contracting.
Vanderstoop, who was accompanied by her father, Easn Vanderstoop, expressed her gratitude. She is expected to commence classes in August. (G4)
