An Open Letter to President Obama for his U of M Commencement Speech – Why Robots Matter to a New Generation of Graduates
by Brian Huse
, Director, Marketing & PR (RIA)
Robotic Industries Association
Posted 04/29/2010
Robots may not be mentioned by name during President Barack Obama’s commencement address at the University of Michigan on Saturday, May 1, 2010, but Robotic Industries Association counts itself fortunate to be in the vicinity. Presidential commencement speeches can be powerful moments in history and in the lives of those who attend. We think now more than ever high-tech workforce skills will lead to good paying jobs in robotics, so if you are reading this President Obama, we hope you emphasize robots at least once.
Some that attend the commencement ceremony might see the Robotic Industries Association sign on the side of our building as they take exit 177 from I-94 to State Street. More than once that sign has inspired a person to drop in to see what we are about.
Robotic Industries Association is the only North American trade association dedicated solely to the North American robotics market. Corporate members include the top makers of robots, top integrators and industry leaders who consult, teach and use robots.
No doubt President Obama will talk about his vision for social responsibility. It would not be surprising if he encourages this new batch of maize and blue citizen soldiers to seek ways to make society better through innovation and clever applications of technology. Perhaps he will even salute the alliance between GM and NASA as an example of the technology leadership and high tech talent pool found here in Michigan.
We wish the class of 2010 much prosperity and satisfaction in their career choices. Perhaps future visitors to our office will be alums that saw this address from President Obama. The robotics industry has long attracted high achievers and thought leaders and we encourage all graduating classes to dream big in robotics. It is a good paying profession, and this country cannot let itself fall behind in this strategic and growing field.
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