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Michigan Theme Park Engineering & Design

Welcome!

We are students of varying majors who love theme parks so much we made a student organization about it to connect students with opportunities and resources in the themed entertainment industry

Do you attend the University of Michigan and have a love for theme parks? If so, come join us!

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We are so grateful for our previous board and excited to welcome our new board for the 2026-2027 academic year !

We cannot wait for another year of TPED

We are so grateful for our previous board and excited to welcome our new board for the 2026-2027 academic year !

We cannot wait for another year of TPED

This past weekend, TPED’s Ride Engineering Competition (REC) team had the incredible opportunity to travel to Hershey, PA! 🍫🎢 🍭

For the “Thrills on the Go” theme, we designed a ride that could be easily transported, disassembled, and reassembled. As part of REC, we recently did outreach by visiting a local elementary school and a Girl Scout troop, who named our ride the “Krazy Kurler” 🐙

At REC, we got a behind-the-scenes tour of @hersheypark, rode coasters with @rittpe, and raced the REC judges on Lightning Racer!

#hersheypark #hersheypa #rideengineeringcompetition #lightningracer #skyrush @hersheys @hersheyschocolateworld @hersheylodge

This past weekend, TPED’s Ride Engineering Competition (REC) team had the incredible opportunity to travel to Hershey, PA! 🍫🎢 🍭

For the “Thrills on the Go” theme, we designed a ride that could be easily transported, disassembled, and reassembled. As part of REC, we recently did outreach by visiting a local elementary school and a Girl Scout troop, who named our ride the “Krazy Kurler” 🐙

At REC, we got a behind-the-scenes tour of @hersheypark, rode coasters with @rittpe, and raced the REC judges on Lightning Racer!

#hersheypark #hersheypa #rideengineeringcompetition #lightningracer #skyrush @hersheys @hersheyschocolateworld @hersheylodge

We had a blast putting on our Pokèmon Escape Room last Friday! Check out these highlights from the big night!

Huge thank you to @michiganarts and @umichunions for all your support!

#teamrocket #meowththatsright #umix #umich #pokemon

We had a blast putting on our Pokèmon Escape Room last Friday! Check out these highlights from the big night!

Huge thank you to @michiganarts and @umichunions for all your support!

#teamrocket #meowththatsright #umix #umich #pokemon

Panda Express Nationwide Fundraiser all day on Monday, March 30th, 2026!! Place your order ONLINE for pickup or delivery and use the fundraiser code 9013186 at checkout. We hope you enjoy your Panda Express! 🐼🥠
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@officialpandaexpress @uofmichigan #pandaexpress #pandaexpressfundraiser #orangechicken #haveyoueatenyet #officialpandaexpress

Panda Express Nationwide Fundraiser all day on Monday, March 30th, 2026!! Place your order ONLINE for pickup or delivery and use the fundraiser code 9013186 at checkout. We hope you enjoy your Panda Express! 🐼🥠
. . .
@officialpandaexpress @uofmichigan #pandaexpress #pandaexpressfundraiser #orangechicken #haveyoueatenyet #officialpandaexpress

Raising Cane’s x TPED fundraiser this MONDAY!!

Stop by Ann Arbor’s Raising Cane’s (1116 S University Avenue, Unit B) on Monday, March 16th from 4-10 pm!

Mention the fundraiser at checkout or use the code on the poster online to help us out!!

@raisingcanes #raisingcanes #raisingcanesfundraiser #umich #tped

Raising Cane’s x TPED fundraiser this MONDAY!!

Stop by Ann Arbor’s Raising Cane’s (1116 S University Avenue, Unit B) on Monday, March 16th from 4-10 pm!

Mention the fundraiser at checkout or use the code on the poster online to help us out!!

@raisingcanes #raisingcanes #raisingcanesfundraiser #umich #tped

Can you escape the Pokémon Training Complex? Find out on Friday, March 27th from 8-11 pm, only at Pierpont Commons!

In partnership with UMix’s event, PokéUMix, a Pokémon-themed night packed with activities!

And a special thank you to CCI/UMix (@umichunions) and the Arts Initiative (@michiganarts) for helping ideas become a reality

#umich #umix #umichclubs #themedentertainment #pokemonescaperoom

Can you escape the Pokémon Training Complex? Find out on Friday, March 27th from 8-11 pm, only at Pierpont Commons!

In partnership with UMix’s event, PokéUMix, a Pokémon-themed night packed with activities!

And a special thank you to CCI/UMix (@umichunions) and the Arts Initiative (@michiganarts) for helping ideas become a reality

#umich #umix #umichclubs #themedentertainment #pokemonescaperoom

Join us for Michigan TPED’s QDOBA Fundraiser on Monday, March 9 from 4-8 PM at the Michigan Union (530 S State St) location!

Show the attached QR code when ordering in person or use the code QDOBAGIVES if ordering online.

Join us for Michigan TPED’s QDOBA Fundraiser on Monday, March 9 from 4-8 PM at the Michigan Union (530 S State St) location!

Show the attached QR code when ordering in person or use the code QDOBAGIVES if ordering online.

TPED attended the ASTM F24 Conference this past weekend in Charlotte, NC! We enjoyed a weekend of working with professionals in the industry to continue the writing of the ASTM F24 standards

@adrianakelley_ @jade._.nichole @bbgeftos @joshmendoza03 @johnathan.d53 @chelseawu0315 @_sofi.la.piedra_ @probably_drew @kieran_coff_deadlydorito @joepatronite73

#astmf24 #astm #amusementrides #northcarolina #charlotte

TPED attended the ASTM F24 Conference this past weekend in Charlotte, NC! We enjoyed a weekend of working with professionals in the industry to continue the writing of the ASTM F24 standards

@adrianakelley_ @jade._.nichole @bbgeftos @joshmendoza03 @johnathan.d53 @chelseawu0315 @_sofi.la.piedra_ @probably_drew @kieran_coff_deadlydorito @joepatronite73

#astmf24 #astm #amusementrides #northcarolina #charlotte

New Year, More Michigan TPED!

Come join us Monday, January 12th in Mason Hall at 6:00 PM to hear about our upcoming projects, competitions, and how you can get involved in the themed entertainment industry this semester 🎢

#tped #themedentertainment #umichclubs #michiganengineering #umichengin

New Year, More Michigan TPED!

Come join us Monday, January 12th in Mason Hall at 6:00 PM to hear about our upcoming projects, competitions, and how you can get involved in the themed entertainment industry this semester 🎢

#tped #themedentertainment #umichclubs #michiganengineering #umichengin

Scream compilation from our Haunted Bell Tower!! 👻🎃💀

Scream compilation from our Haunted Bell Tower!! 👻🎃💀

TPED HAUNTED BELL TOWER POV, dark edition
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Huge shoutout to the scare actors! Especially our bellhop, @johnathan.d53

TPED HAUNTED BELL TOWER POV, dark edition
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Huge shoutout to the scare actors! Especially our bellhop, @johnathan.d53

🎃 In the spirit of Halloween, THANK YOU to everyone who came to the annual TPED Haunted House this year! We spooked over 400 guests and couldn’t have done it without our incredible sponsors, members, and scare actors who brought the Haunted Bell Tower to life.

Stay posted for what TPED is working on next 👀

🎃 In the spirit of Halloween, THANK YOU to everyone who came to the annual TPED Haunted House this year! We spooked over 400 guests and couldn’t have done it without our incredible sponsors, members, and scare actors who brought the Haunted Bell Tower to life.

Stay posted for what TPED is working on next 👀

We’re getting closer to opening night at the Haunted Bell Tower…

HUGE thank you to our sponsors for making this year’s TPED Haunted House possible: Arts Initiative, College of Engineering, Engineering Student Government, and Central Student Government. Plus looking forward to collaborating with @shei_magazine !!

Join us for A Night at the Museum this Friday, October 17th from 7–10 PM at Lurie Bell Tower!
🎟️ Presale $3 – scan the QR code on the poster or click link in bio to grab your ticket

👉 Swipe right for a peek behind the scenes as we bring the haunted exhibits to life!

We’re getting closer to opening night at the Haunted Bell Tower…

HUGE thank you to our sponsors for making this year’s TPED Haunted House possible: Arts Initiative, College of Engineering, Engineering Student Government, and Central Student Government. Plus looking forward to collaborating with @shei_magazine !!

Join us for A Night at the Museum this Friday, October 17th from 7–10 PM at Lurie Bell Tower!
🎟️ Presale $3 – scan the QR code on the poster or click link in bio to grab your ticket

👉 Swipe right for a peek behind the scenes as we bring the haunted exhibits to life!

TPED Haunted Bell Tower October 17th from 7-10pm! INSIDE the North Campus bell tower‼️👻
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Tickets on sale NOW —> check out our other post for the presale 👻🎃

TPED Haunted Bell Tower October 17th from 7-10pm! INSIDE the North Campus bell tower‼️👻
. . . .
Tickets on sale NOW —> check out our other post for the presale 👻🎃

Excited to finally introduce our 2025–26 TPED Executive Board! 🎢 We’ve got an awesome team this year and can’t wait to bring our magic to campus and beyond! 💙💛

Excited to finally introduce our 2025–26 TPED Executive Board! 🎢 We’ve got an awesome team this year and can’t wait to bring our magic to campus and beyond! 💙💛

Step into a Night at the Museum… but scarier 🖼️🏴‍☠️⛓️🦴 Michigan TPED Presents the Haunted Bell Tower! 🕰️ October 17th, 7-10 PM. Just $3 (Scan the QR or hit link in bio for presale!)

With support from the College of Engineering and Arts Initiative

Step into a Night at the Museum… but scarier 🖼️🏴‍☠️⛓️🦴 Michigan TPED Presents the Haunted Bell Tower! 🕰️ October 17th, 7-10 PM. Just $3 (Scan the QR or hit link in bio for presale!)

With support from the College of Engineering and Arts Initiative

Interested in theme parks, engineering, or design? Come check out Michigan Theme Park Engineering and Design (TPED)! 🎢🎡

📍 Mass Meeting
🗓 Wednesday, August 27th
⏰ 7:30 PM
📌 1339 Mason Hall

Can’t make it? Scan the QR code to fill out the interest form!

#umich #umichengin #umichclubs #tped #themedentertainment #themeparkdesign #themepark

Interested in theme parks, engineering, or design? Come check out Michigan Theme Park Engineering and Design (TPED)! 🎢🎡

📍 Mass Meeting
🗓 Wednesday, August 27th
⏰ 7:30 PM
📌 1339 Mason Hall

Can’t make it? Scan the QR code to fill out the interest form!

#umich #umichengin #umichclubs #tped #themedentertainment #themeparkdesign #themepark

Our long-awaited iMessage Games Carnival is TOMORROW!! 🎟️🎡🎠 Come check out what Michigan TPED has been working on all semester, and see what the Center for Campus Involvement has planned!

When: Wednesday April 16, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Regents Plaza
Who: YOU!

We’d like to give a special thank you to CCI/UMix (@umichunions) and the Engineering Student Government (@umich.esg) for helping us bring this idea to life.

#umich #universityofmichigan #uofmichigan #umix #umichstudents #umichclubs #umichengin #umesg #carnival #fair #themedentertainment

Our long-awaited iMessage Games Carnival is TOMORROW!! 🎟️🎡🎠 Come check out what Michigan TPED has been working on all semester, and see what the Center for Campus Involvement has planned!

When: Wednesday April 16, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Regents Plaza
Who: YOU!

We’d like to give a special thank you to CCI/UMix (@umichunions) and the Engineering Student Government (@umich.esg) for helping us bring this idea to life.

#umich #universityofmichigan #uofmichigan #umix #umichstudents #umichclubs #umichengin #umesg #carnival #fair #themedentertainment

Mass meeting TONIGHT!!! We had a great time Winterfest yesterday, and we’re excited to see you all tonight at 6:30 in Angell Hall!

#tpeg #tped #themedentertainment #themedentertainmentdesign #themepark #amusementpark #ridedesign #rideengineering #umichengin #umichclubs #michiganengineering

Mass meeting TONIGHT!!! We had a great time Winterfest yesterday, and we’re excited to see you all tonight at 6:30 in Angell Hall!

#tpeg #tped #themedentertainment #themedentertainmentdesign #themepark #amusementpark #ridedesign #rideengineering #umichengin #umichclubs #michiganengineering

Find us TODAY at Winterfest on North Campus!! Come say hi at Table 39 from 1-4 p.m.!

#tpeg #tped #themedentertainment #themedentertainmentdesign #themepark #amusementpark #ridedesign #rideengineering #umichengin #umichclubs #michiganengineering

Find us TODAY at Winterfest on North Campus!! Come say hi at Table 39 from 1-4 p.m.!

#tpeg #tped #themedentertainment #themedentertainmentdesign #themepark #amusementpark #ridedesign #rideengineering #umichengin #umichclubs #michiganengineering

Happy New Year from Michigan TPEG! 🎉
As 2024 comes to a close, we wanted to reflect on all of our accomplishments from this past semester. Thank you to everyone who contributed to our club in any way — we couldn’t have had such an amazing semester without you.
We’re looking forward to seeing everyone, working on new projects, and going to more parks in 2025!

#tpeg #tped #themedentertainment #themedentertainmentdesign #themepark #amusementpark #ridedesign #rideengineering #michigan #umich #michiganengineering #umichengin #umichclubs

Happy New Year from Michigan TPEG! 🎉
As 2024 comes to a close, we wanted to reflect on all of our accomplishments from this past semester. Thank you to everyone who contributed to our club in any way — we couldn’t have had such an amazing semester without you.
We’re looking forward to seeing everyone, working on new projects, and going to more parks in 2025!

#tpeg #tped #themedentertainment #themedentertainmentdesign #themepark #amusementpark #ridedesign #rideengineering #michigan #umich #michiganengineering #umichengin #umichclubs

…how could we have forgotten to post about the most important part of our time in Florida — meeting all of the other teams!
(finals and holidays is how)

#tmutdi #iaapa #iaapaexpo #iaapa2024 #universalorlando
#universal #themedentertainment #tpeg #tped

…how could we have forgotten to post about the most important part of our time in Florida — meeting all of the other teams!
(finals and holidays is how)

#tmutdi #iaapa #iaapaexpo #iaapa2024 #universalorlando
#universal #themedentertainment #tpeg #tped

Michigan TPEG’s 2024 TMUTDI/IAAPA trip has wrapped up!

Some highlights of our journey to Florida include:
-Our Novel Ride Design and Open Qualifier submissions being commended!
-Meeting a founder of Michigan TPEG!
-Fast and Furious Supercharged!

We would also like to thank @michiganengineering for supporting this endeavor.

#tmutdi #iaapa #iaapaexpo #iaapa2024 #universalorlando #universal #themedentertainment #tpeg #tped

Michigan TPEG’s 2024 TMUTDI/IAAPA trip has wrapped up!

Some highlights of our journey to Florida include:
-Our Novel Ride Design and Open Qualifier submissions being commended!
-Meeting a founder of Michigan TPEG!
-Fast and Furious Supercharged!

We would also like to thank @michiganengineering for supporting this endeavor.

#tmutdi #iaapa #iaapaexpo #iaapa2024 #universalorlando #universal #themedentertainment #tpeg #tped

HAUNTED HOUSE. UMICH PIERPONT COMMONS EAST ROOM. 8PM. #umich #themedentertainment #tpeg #boomix

HAUNTED HOUSE. UMICH PIERPONT COMMONS EAST ROOM. 8PM. #umich #themedentertainment #tpeg #boomix

It’s HAUNTED HOUSE TIME!! 🎃
Find us in the Pierpont East Room this Friday for the fright of your life, inspired by your favorite Halloween movies.
Swipe for spoilers :)

#boomix #umich #umichengin #hauntedhouse #hauntedhouses #themedentertainment

It’s HAUNTED HOUSE TIME!! 🎃
Find us in the Pierpont East Room this Friday for the fright of your life, inspired by your favorite Halloween movies.
Swipe for spoilers :)

#boomix #umich #umichengin #hauntedhouse #hauntedhouses #themedentertainment

TPEG SUMMER RECAP! ☀️⛱️🕶️
TPEG had a fun summer filled with a wide range of professional opportunities and park trips!

#tpeg #tped #themedentertainment #themedentertainmentdesign #themepark #amusementpark
#ridedesign #rideengineering

TPEG SUMMER RECAP! ☀️⛱️🕶️
TPEG had a fun summer filled with a wide range of professional opportunities and park trips!

#tpeg #tped #themedentertainment #themedentertainmentdesign #themepark #amusementpark
#ridedesign #rideengineering

EDIT: Meeting moved to 8pm today due to the weather!

Come join us TODAY in Mason Hall to learn about all we have to offer and enjoy some treats!

EDIT: Meeting moved to 8pm today due to the weather!

Come join us TODAY in Mason Hall to learn about all we have to offer and enjoy some treats!

Come meet the club and hear about our upcoming projects at Festifall on North Campus tomorrow!
P.S. There may be some treats at our table! 🍭🍬🍫

#tpeg #themedentertainment #themepark #themeparkengineering #umich #umichengin

Come meet the club and hear about our upcoming projects at Festifall on North Campus tomorrow!
P.S. There may be some treats at our table! 🍭🍬🍫

#tpeg #themedentertainment #themepark #themeparkengineering #umich #umichengin

TPEG-UM is excited to announce our E-Board for the 2024-25 school year! We’re so excited for the great year ahead of us. 🎢

TPEG-UM is excited to announce our E-Board for the 2024-25 school year! We’re so excited for the great year ahead of us. 🎢

Today concluded this year’s big events for our TPEG! Thank you to @tpegosu for hosting a wonderful conference at SITE this weekend!

We would also like to thank @torontomet & @universalcreativeofficial for hosting the TMU Thrill Design Competition back in November, as well as @iaapanorthamerica where we were able to attend the expo and visit the show floor!

We are so grateful for the opportunities to meet and collaborate with other organizations and professionals in the industry this year, and we are looking forward for what the future holds for us 🎢

Today concluded this year’s big events for our TPEG! Thank you to @tpegosu for hosting a wonderful conference at SITE this weekend!

We would also like to thank @torontomet & @universalcreativeofficial for hosting the TMU Thrill Design Competition back in November, as well as @iaapanorthamerica where we were able to attend the expo and visit the show floor!

We are so grateful for the opportunities to meet and collaborate with other organizations and professionals in the industry this year, and we are looking forward for what the future holds for us 🎢

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