A Message for TLI's MOT 2020 Graduates

As the Technological Leadership Institute’s (TLI) 2020 graduates join others from around the University of Minnesota and within the College of Science and Engineering for a virtual commencement on May 16, the TLI staff and faculty would like to extend a heartfelt congratulations and thank you. In addition to the already rigorous coursework of your programs, the Class of 2020 has faced additional challenges unlike any class before them. Thank you for rising to the occasion as you have throughout your time at TLI. You have shown grace, fortitude and leadership during this unprecedented time; all skills we know will lead to further success.

We hope to celebrate you and your accomplishments in person at a time that is considered safe to do so. In the meantime, TLI’s Interim Director Doug Ernie has a personal message he would like to share with the MOT Class of 2020, which recently completed their program.