How training, hiring veterans builds a stronger workforce
Nov 11, 2016On Veterans Day we salute those who have served and celebrate the success of MSSA in bringing veterans into the tech industry.
MSSA provides a path forward for U.S. military service members
Sep 26, 2016Ryen Macababbad and Bernard Bergan are participating this week at the Microsoft Ignite conference, where they’re highlighting MSSA’s role in IT transformation.
Microsoft hackathon makes advances on homefront and front lines
Sep 1, 2016Microsoft service members offer expertise to improve situational readiness, post-war treatment and support homeless youth in the annual //oneweek Hackathon this year.
Civilian mentors teach MSSA participants key career skills
Jun 8, 2016Leaving the military for civilian life can be a difficult process, but Gina Kirby and Pamela Watson are determined to make it easier.
Going above and beyond earns ESGR Patriot Award for Microsoft manager
May 31, 2016One came from Ireland, the other from Sri Lanka. Here’s the unlikely story of a Microsoft operations manager whose on-the-job support for an Army reservist was more than appreciated, it was award winning.
MSSA grads take parallel paths that lead to Fargo
Apr 20, 2016Many graduates of Microsoft Software & Systems Academy (MSSA) end up working for Microsoft in Redmond, Wash. Some find careers at other companies. And some end up working for Microsoft — but not in Redmond.
Service members are a key resource to fill the STEM skills gap
Dec 21, 2015While we are committed to supporting STEM education, we believe one key to ensuring the tech industry’s future is providing training for an untapped talent pool: our nation’s armed forces.
A salute to our veteran co-workers
Nov 11, 2015To be willing to sacrifice yourself for your country is no small thing. Very few people can make that sort of commitment. As we celebrate Veterans Day today, and every day, we honor those who have served in our armed forces and thank them for their service.
MSSA helps service members rise to the challenge of returning to civilian life
Nov 3, 2015Finding a career after military service is a challenge. The Microsoft Software & Systems Academy is an intensive 16-week information technology training program for active duty service members.
