SDN Student Developer Program
Sun Microsystems is making it easier for students to start developing on the open, secure and widely adopted Solaris 10 OS. The SDN student developer 10-point plan of action can help you get started.

Solaris 10 University Challenge Contest
The Solaris University Challenge is a contest serving as a showcase for the innovation and talent of students worldwide who created projects with the free and open source Solaris Operating System. A panel of experts judged submissions on usability, quality, innovation, effective use of technology, and benefits to Solaris OS users and the OpenSolaris OS community. The 2006 winner is Sergej Alekseev of Oldenburg University.

Sun Software Programs for Education
In the Participation Age, easier access allows more people to do more things, creating greater value for the community. Sun is making good on its commitment to Education by breaking down the barriers to access by offering wide distribution of our software at no cost. » Learn More

Student Zone -- Campus Events
Students can experience Sun Microsystems at its on-campus job fairs, information sessions and on-campus interviews. Sun also maintains a virtual presence at select universities. Check out campus events near you.

Sun Academic Initiative (SAI)
SAI is a program designed to create a collaborative relationship between Sun and academic institutions. As part of this program, non-profit institutions become authorized to deliver training on Sun technologies to their faculty, staff, and students. In addition, faculty, staff, and students can obtain free access to selected online courses through the Sun Learning Center.
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Student Connection Newsletter
This monthly email informs students of product offerings, news, and upcoming events like Sun Tech Days.
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