Students at the University of Twente can take a space trip on the Enschede campus today, during the start of the annual Bedrijvendagen for students. The trip goes to the recently discovered planet ‘No. 9,’ where Innovatiecluster Drachten made a successful landing.
At the invitation of the students of Twente, the high-tech companies of Innovatiecluster Drachten will present themselves during the fair to be held on the university grounds next week. Every year, the students themselves organize an activity week focused on their own future. To do so, they invite 150 companies, ranging from energy companies to health insurance companies and from high-tech companies to employment agencies. Innovatiecluster Drachten, as a high-tech business cluster, is there for the first time this year. Not only with a booth at the fair, but already today with a playful Facebook action.
space travel
Next to a huge skating rink is the tent in which students can take a space journey. Special space clothing has been provided. The trip goes to planet ‘No. 9,’ which for today has been christened Innovatiecluster Drachten. ‘’Through a green screen, students will experience this unique space journey. Proof of their visit to planet ’No. 9’ can be shared via Facebook. In this way we hope to reach several hundred students already today,'' says spokesman Berend Henk Huizing.
High Tech Safari
During the fair on Thursday, Feb. 25, tech professionals and recruiters from the collaborating companies of Innovatiecluster Drachten will interact with students. Those who show special interest will receive a special invitation, according to Huizing. ,,For 25 students with a special interest in our high-tech companies we have a VIP pass ready. This pass entitles them to a full High Tech safari along the big 5 of high tech, at our companies.’’
Innovation Cluster Drachten
The high-tech business cluster is an internationally operating ecosystem of currently 13 collaborating High Tech companies and knowledge institutions that are at the forefront of innovation and competitive in the global market. Together, over 3,500 employees work at the companies on solutions for the major challenges of the future: ‘the internet of things’, big data, robotics, 3D printing and alternative energy.