FUTURE THEME PARK ENGINEERS AND DESIGNERS
RIT THEME PARK
ENTHUSIASTS
Fall 2026 Meetings:
Every thursday 8pm
Gleason - 2580
ABOUT US
We are the RIT Theme Park Enthusiasts. Our mission is to bring together those with a similar passion for roller coasters and theme parks and foster excitement this unique industry.
We were founded in November 2014 by a group of students who were looking for a place to discuss their passions and work towards future careers in the amusement industry. Our club is a multidisciplinary group of students with backgrounds in engineering, design, business and more.
Our club participates in a variety of activities including design competitions, multidisciplinary projects, networking and professional development events, amusement park trips, and behind the scenes tours.
Meet our executive Board
President
Lily Roberts
Lily is a 5th year Mechanical Engineering student in the Kate Gleason College of Engineering. Her favorite park is Universal Epic Universe, and her favorite ride is Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure!
Vice President
Gabriel Weiss
Gabe is a 5th year Mechanical Engineering student in the Kate Gleason College of Engineering. His home park is Luna Park, and his favorite ride is the Wacky Worm!
Treasurer
Cade Caloia
Cade is a 3rd year Mechanical Engineering student in the Kate Gleason College of Engineering, with a minor in Communication. His favorite coaster is Steel Vengeance at Cedar Point!
Secretary
Christopher Baker
Christopher is a 5th year Mechanical Engineering Technology student in the College of Engineering Technology. His favorite park is EPCOT, and his favorite ride is Stardust Racers at Epic Universe!
Public Relations
Abigail Mazzella
Abigail is a 3rd year Mechanical Engineering student in the Kate Gleason College of Engineering. Her favorite park is EPCOT, and her favorite coaster is Stormrunner!
Faculty Advisor
Samantha Tasciotti