Our General Interest Meeting marked the official start of our club and brought together students from a wide range of majors who share a passion for themed entertainment. Members got to meet one another, learn about our mission, and explore the kinds of projects, trips, and events we plan to host. It was a welcoming introduction to what TPED is all about and set the tone for the collaborative community we’re building.

The Ride Concept Design Challenge gave members a chance to think like real-world designers and engineers. Working in teams, participants developed original ride concepts for a real park scenario, considering layout, theming, cost, capacity, and market appeal before pitching their ideas to a “client.” The event highlighted creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving, and showed just how much can be accomplished when passion meets imagination.