Past Events
MOT/MDI/ST Information Sessions
Join us online to learn more about how our M.S. in Management of Technology (MOT), M.S. in Medical Device Innovation (MDI), and M.S. in Security Technologies (ST) programs can help you stand out and advance your career.
Once you register, an admissions associate will reach out with more information. If you register on the day of the event, please email [email protected] to ensure your registration was received.
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TLI No Fee Week
Apply to TLI for Free During No-Fee Week!
Dreaming of advancing your career with a graduate degree? Now’s the time! For a limited period, the Technological Leadership Institute (TLI) is waiving application fees across all our graduate programs for those who submit their application between December 9 - 16, 2024.
Start your journey with TLI at no cost—don’t miss out! Find the steps to how to submit your application without paying the application fee during the no fee week in the link below:
APPLY FOR FREE
Fall 2024 Makeathon
No prior experience is necessary. All students are welcome!
Looking for a way to grow your entrepreneurial skills, professional network, and resume? Apply and join The Fall 2024 Technological Leadership Institute (TLI) Makeathon!
In collaboration with The Toaster, The Anderson Student Innovation Labs, and the UMN AI Innovators Society, TLI is holding our fourth bi-annual Makeathon!
The TLI Makeathon is a 26-hour event (evening to evening, food provided) where UMN students (at any level) collaborate in teams to define their team's target problem, prototype a solution, and present their pitch. No technical skills are required to create a prototype -- the focus is on creativity.
We are looking for x-disciplinary teams that must be made up of 3-5 students. Teams must represent at least two colleges or schools. Students may apply as a team (everyone on the team must submit individual applications) or individually (we will build x-disciplinary teams).
Prototyping resources will be provided by Anderson Labs and The Toaster.
🗓️ Deadline: Applications are due November 13, 2024
🌱 Theme: Sustainable Agriculture
💰 Prizes: Chance to win up to $500 in cash prizes!
📅 Schedule:
- Friday, November 15th (@ The Toaster, Walter Library Basement)
6:00 pm - Program Overview / Problem Framing - Guest Speaker - Dinner
7:00 pm - Networking / Mingling / Meet Teams
7:30 pm - Brainstorming with teams
- Saturday, November 16th (@ The Toaster, Walter Library Basement)
10:30 am - Idea / Design Sketch / Team Name Due + Prototyping Begins
12:00 pm - Lunch
5:00 pm - Submissions Due & Pitching / Judging Begins - Dinner
7:00 pm - Awards ceremony
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Any questions? Contact Katie Shin ([email protected]) or David Nguyen ([email protected]).
TLI Community Event: Technology Peek Inside Ryan Companies
In collaboration with Ryan Companies, TLI is having our November community event at Ryan Companies' corporate headquarters.
Technology Peek Inside Ryan Companies
Join us for an inside look at technology use in the fields of construction, architecture, and real estate. For those who are outside these fields, Ryan Companies' Director of AI will share how they are leveraging emerging technologies in their industries.
🎤 Speaker: Dan Williamson, Director of AI, Ryan Companies
📆 Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
🕓 Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
📌 Location: Ryan Companies' Corporate HQ (533 South Third Street, Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55415)
📍 Nearest Parking: Metered street parking and Jerry Haaf Memorial Ramp (424 4th Street South, Minneapolis, MN 55415)
🎁 Bonus: Light food and drinks will be provided
We hope to see you there for this exciting glimpse into the future of technology in construction and beyond. RSVP today!
Space limited to 100 attendees
RSVP by Monday, November 11, 2024
RSVP HERE
TLI Community Event: Search for Meaning in Life, Tech, and Business
In collaboration with the Lyceum Movement, TLI is having our October community event at a Lyceum Movement Discussion on the UMN Campus.
Search for Meaning in Life, Tech, and Business
Join us for a different kind of tech leadership discussion. What are the keys to a meaningful life? Drawing questions from the writings of Viktor Frankl, we’ll discuss finding purpose in work, love, struggles... life.
📆 Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
🕓 Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm
📌 Location: Jackson Hall - 2-137 (321 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455)
📍 Nearest Parking: Washington Avenue Parking Ramp (501 Washington Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455)
🎁 Bonus: Light food and soft drinks will be provided
Step away from traditional tech leadership discussions and reflect on the deeper questions that shape both life and business. RSVP today!
Space limited to 100 attendees
RSVP by Friday, October 25, 2024
RSVP HERE
See you there!
MOT/MDI/ST Information Sessions
Join us online to learn more about how our M.S. in Management of Technology (MOT), M.S. in Medical Device Innovation (MDI), and M.S. in Security Technologies (ST) programs can help you stand out and advance your career.
Once you register, an admissions associate will reach out with more information. If you register on the day of the event, please email [email protected] to ensure your registration was received.
Register Now
UMN Innovation Zone at MD&M 2024
Wed, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 17 2024
Join TLI and IEM at the University of Minnesota Innovation Zone during the MD&M Minneapolis conference to explore cutting-edge developments in medical device innovation and advanced manufacturing.
This event is your chance to network with industry leaders, gain insights into new technologies, and discover career-boosting opportunities. Whether you're a student or young professional in engineering, technology, or medical device fields, this is an unparalleled opportunity to connect with professionals who are shaping the future of manufacturing and healthcare.
The University of Minnesota's Institute for Engineering in Medicine (IEM)'s Innovation Zone at MD&M 2024 to learn more about the opportunities for students and how you can engage with the experts.
Don't miss your chance to advance your career in this dynamic field!
Use discount code "UMN" for a free expo pass or 50% off a full conference pass.
EVENT DETAILS:
📆 Date: Wed, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 17 2024
🕓 Expo Hours: Wednesday, October 16, 2024: 10 a.m.–5 p.m - Thursday, October 17, 2024: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
🕓 Conference Hours: Wednesday, October 16, 2024: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. - Thursday, October 17, 2024: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
📌 Location: Minneapolis Convention Center | 1301 Second Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55403
🎓 Graduate Programs Fair 🎓
Tuesday, Oct 15 from 1-4 PM
If you have been thinking about pursuing a graduate degree at the U of MN join the Graduate Programs Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 1-4 PM in Coffman Memorial Union, Great Hall. This is a great opportunity for you to explore our graduate program and many other resources.
The fair is designed to help you navigate graduate program options at the U, and begin to establish support systems in your decision-making and graduate exploration process. By attending the event, you can expect to:
- Meet faculty, staff and representatives from various graduate programs at the Twin Cities and Duluth campuses
- Connect with current students from various graduate student organizations and learn about their unique experiences as grad students at the U of MN
- Learn about systemwide resources available to graduate students
- Feel supported in your graduate education journey. The Graduate Fair is just the beginning! Receive invitations to attend other sessions throughout the year that will be designed to help you feel more comfortable and equipped as you move from prospective to admitted student, and beyond. You'll continue to learn from University experts on topics like: seeking funding opportunities; overcoming imposter syndrome; writing your personal and diversity statements; negotiating admissions and funding packages; and more!
Click here for an overview of participating graduate programs, and additional event details and information.
Electroposium Joint Reception with Grid Catalyst
Join hundreds of energy industry partners for a joint reception to cap off the Electroposium 2.0 and kickoff the 2nd annual Minnesota Cleantech Innovation Summit. The reception will take place on September 23 from 4:30-6:30 PM at McNamara, at the close of the Electroposium.
Register for the reception to help us plan for guests. Registration is also open for the Summit, which will take place on September 24 at the Market at Malcolm Yards. This week will be an incredible opportunity to network, learn, and build your partnerships in energy and innovation.
REGISTER HERE
See you there!
EVENT DETAILS:
📆 Date: Monday, September 23
🕓 Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
📌 Location: McNamara Alumni Center
📍 Address: 200 Oak Street S.E., Suite 035 Minneapolis, MN 55455
Electroposium 2.0
Get ready for another electrifying free event!
Electroposium 2.0 is coming on September 23, 2024. After the success of our inaugural event, we are thrilled to announce the return of Electroposium, now bigger and better than ever - we're moving from a half-day to a full-day event!
Electroposium 2.0 will mark the next chapter in Minnesota's journey towards electrification excellence. Building upon the foundation laid by the Center for Electrification Opportunity (CEO), this event promises an engaging day filled with presentations, exhibits, and collaborative opportunities that will shape the future of the electrification field.
Stay tuned for further updates as we approach the event, including presentations, exhibitors, agenda, and more!