Microsoft hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony for Microsoft Software & Systems Academy servicing Camp Lejeune

JACKSONVILLE, N.C., March 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening of Microsoft Software & Systems Academy (MSSA) servicing Camp Lejeune on Wednesday, March 21. The ceremony marks the fourth scheduled MSSA launch in early 2018 along the Eastern Seaboard, completing Microsoft's 2015 goal of servicing 14 locations coast-to-coast. MSSA at Camp Lejeune is a reflection of the need to provide service members with training and certifications before they transition out of the military, as well as Microsoft's strong commitment to the veteran community.

This ceremony will mark the inaugural MSSA cohort class servicing Camp Lejeune with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) as the primary learning partner. The ceremony will include guest speakers Dr. John Watret, chancellor for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Worldwide; and Frank Shaw, corporate vice president of communications at Microsoft.

MSSA is one of few industry programs that trains active-duty U.S. service members for technology jobs and is a cornerstone of the DoD Skillbridge program. Programs such as these that address the industry's labor needs help the industry overall, help veterans and help our country build a stronger workforce to compete on the world stage.

Microsoft representatives, including MSSA graduates, and military dignitaries, including ERAU representatives, will be available to speak with the media after the ceremony.

Logistic information for attending media:
Please coordinate with the Camp Lejeune Public Affairs Office, Nat Fahy or Lori Miller, (910) 451-7413, [email protected] or [email protected], no later than 4 p.m., Tuesday, March 20, for access to the event. You will need to coordinate to meet an escort by 11:30 a.m. at the Main Gate Visitor Center parking lot.

SOURCE Microsoft Corp.