Got laid-off recently? Autodesk wants to help. You can get now get free software licenses of 3ds Max and Maya as part of the Autodesk Assistance Program. Designed to help "displaced employees update thier skills and improve their employability in a down economy". Autodesk is offering 90 day student licenses, free online training, as well as reduced cost classroom training through resellers.
To read all about it, click here. To see if you are eligible or to apply for the program click here.