MSDN Academic Alliance (MSDN AA) is designed to provide latest Microsoft software available in labs,
classrooms, and on student PCs. MSDN AA is an program for departments that use latest technology in support of Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) courses.
Microsoft Academic Alliance
Benefit to the Students:
MSDN Academic Alliance gets you the software products you need to learn, use,
and gain proficiency in the latest tools, technologies, and techniques required by the industry:
Access to more than 50 Microsoft products. MSDN AA gives you all the tools you need to learn the finer points of coding, database development, and system design.
Use of these tools on your personal machine. The MSDN AA End User License Agreement (EULA) limits the tools to academic use, but the program allows you to install the tools on your personal machine. Install the tools on your laptop, and go to work - anywhere!
Microsoft Student Partners
The Microsoft® Student Partners program is an annual award that recognizes top young minds from around the world that are passionate about technology. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to develop real-world skills to help you succeed in your future career, to help others learn about technology, and to connect with other like-minded students, all while having a lot of fun along the way.
Each academic year the program rewards and recognizes the most talented students from around the world for their dedication, passion, and involvement with Microsoft. Students are encouraged to undertake a number of fun activities on campus and in return get access to numerous benefits including Microsoft software, reference materials, and training, as well as privileged information about future career opportunities.
