Audience: Alumni

Many of us had childhood memories of heading to a local amusement part to enjoy the sights, sounds, and thrills of summer. Join us as we discuss the past, present, and future of amusement parks and thrill rides with Dr. Martin Lewison, Columbia’ 88, amusement park aficionado and associate professor of business management at Farmingdale State College and Adam House, PE, Louisville ’08, senior project manager at CAVU Designwerks, a leading theme and amusement park design firm.

Hosted via Zoom. Zoom link will be provide upon registration.

About Our Speakers:

Dr. Lewison has ridden 2625 different roller coasters at 1000+ different amusement parks, fairs, and family entertainment centers (FECs) in 45 different countries. He is an associate professor of business management at Farmingdale State College, where he teaches a course on the theme parks industry, as well as courses in management, marketing, hospitality, and business history. He is the Program Chair of the Themed Experience and Attractions Academic Symposium, a theme park scholarship summit held annually at the IAAPA Expo, the attractions industry’s global conference and trade show. Martin holds a Ph.D. in business from Pitt. He has served Beta Theta Pi as a chapter advisor, District Chief, and Regional Chief.

Mr. House is a 15+-year veteran of the amusement industry. He is a graduate mechanical engineer from the University of Louisville Delta Pi chapter and recently received his Professional Engineer licensure. He now works as a project manager on prototypical, innovative, and industry changing equipment for CAVU Designwerks. Having worked with nearly all of the major park chains in the industry including Universal and Cedar Fair and working directly for Great Coasters International Inc, the largest wooden coaster manufacturer and Intamin, the largest steel coaster manufacturer in the business, Adam’s industry knowledge and dedication makes him a true leader in guiding his current talented CAVU engineering team in cutting edge and innovative projects. Adam’s dedication to clients and project partners ensures smooth project implementation from contract signing through attraction opening.

Beta is coming home for its annual reunion! Join Beta brothers, Sweethearts and guests at the 185th General Convention on the campus of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Home of the Miami Triad — Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta and Sigma Chi — and the Alpha chapters of the Delta Zeta and Phi Kappa Tau, Miami is affectionately known as the Mother of Fraternities.

Visit iconic Beta heritage sites across campus, from the Beta Campanile to the Hall of Chapters to the Alpha Chapter house. Take a trip to the grave site of Founder John Reily Knox up the road in Greenville, Ohio. Stand near the spot where the founders changed the course of history some 187 years ago. Mark July 30–August 2, 2026 on your calendar to join attendees from across Beta’s Broad Domain at the 187th anniversary celebration in Oxford.

The Beta House in Madison is 100 years old and we’re celebrating all year. The Beta Alumni Summer Party is taking shape and we’re ready to see as many Beta brothers as possible on July 31 – August 2 in Madison.

Beta Alumni Summer Party Itinerary:
Friday, July 31: Informal gatherings at the house or in town.

Saturday, August 1: Spend a day on the lake with Beta brothers with a backyard BBQ, boat rides, music and more. Families are welcome. Don’t miss this day!

Sunday, August 2: Informal breakfast at the house to cap off the weekend.

Ticket Prices:
Saturday Pass: Includes two meals, access to the house, music on the lawn, and a keepsake.* $100 per person

Weekend Pass: Includes an evening meal on Friday, two meals on Saturday, access to the house, music on the lawn, a keepsake, and breakfast on Sunday.* $150 per person

Spend the weekend in Madison before the actives move back in. Add-on events for July 31 and August 2 are being discussed, such as golf, biking, etc. If you have any ideas for activities, we’re open to your suggestions!

*All meals served at the chapter house are included in the ticket price

More details are coming, so stay tuned. For questions, contact Scott Running, Wisconsin ’89.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!

Beta is coming home for its annual reunion! Join Beta brothers, Sweethearts and guests at the 185th General Convention on the campus of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Home of the Miami Triad — Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta and Sigma Chi — and the Alpha chapters of the Delta Zeta and Phi Kappa Tau, Miami is affectionately known as the Mother of Fraternities.

Visit iconic Beta heritage sites across campus, from the Beta Campanile to the Hall of Chapters to the Alpha Chapter house. Take a trip to the grave site of Founder John Reily Knox up the road in Greenville, Ohio. Stand near the spot where the founders changed the course of history some 187 years ago. Mark July 30–August 2, 2026 on your calendar to join attendees from across Beta’s Broad Domain at the 187th anniversary celebration in Oxford.

The Beta House in Madison is 100 years old and we’re celebrating all year. The Beta Alumni Summer Party is taking shape and we’re ready to see as many Beta brothers as possible on July 31 – August 2 in Madison.

Beta Alumni Summer Party Itinerary:
Friday, July 31: Informal gatherings at the house or in town.

Saturday, August 1: Spend a day on the lake with Beta brothers with a backyard BBQ, boat rides, music and more. Families are welcome. Don’t miss this day!

Sunday, August 2: Informal breakfast at the house to cap off the weekend.

Ticket Prices:
Saturday Pass: Includes two meals, access to the house, music on the lawn, and a keepsake.* $100 per person

Weekend Pass: Includes an evening meal on Friday, two meals on Saturday, access to the house, music on the lawn, a keepsake, and breakfast on Sunday.* $150 per person

Spend the weekend in Madison before the actives move back in. Add-on events for July 31 and August 2 are being discussed, such as golf, biking, etc. If you have any ideas for activities, we’re open to your suggestions!

*All meals served at the chapter house are included in the ticket price

More details are coming, so stay tuned. For questions, contact Scott Running, Wisconsin ’89.

RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!

2026 Golf Outing Beta Theta Pi Fraternity @ Central Michigan University

Who: Betas, Family, and Friends of Beta
Where: Sanctuary Lake Golf Course
1450 East South Boulevard, Troy, MI‎ 48085
When: Friday, August 7, 2026 | 9 am registration
Tee times start @ 10 am
Awards and prize giveaways immediately follow golf
Dinner and drinks on your own

Entry Fee:
$135 for Alumni, Family, and Friends of Beta | Use code EARLYBIRD prior to noon on June 1 for 15% off
$200 for Hole Sponsors
$50 for Undergraduates & 2026 graduates
We are also accepting donations if you wish to contribute but cannot attend in-person.

Format: Two-person scramble

Golf Package Includes:
• 18 holes w/power cart
• Hot dog, chips, and a fountain drink for lunch
• Two drink tickets
• Raffle ticket for door prizes (must be present to win)
• Free entry into the Closest to the Pin contest
• Free entry into the Longest Drive contest
• Hole sponsors keep their hole sponsorship sign

Questions: Contact the Golf Outing Committee at betagolf@googlegroups.com

Golf Committee Members: Steve Siler, CMU ’89, Jon Eadie, CMU ’93, Glenn Cross, CMU ’90, Scott Nadeau, CMU ’89, Matt Bush, CMU ’07, Jeff Malinowski, CMU ’16.

On Thursday, August 20, 2026, join fellow Betas for the Northeast Ohio Alumni Association Beta Steakout.

Golf Outing
Chenoweth Golf Course | 3087 Chenoweth Rd, Akron Ohio 44312
11:45 a.m. – Registration opens | Noon – Tee time
Tee Times limited, please register early
Play will be 4 man scramble format | Foursomes will be decided at the event
$45 | Per Person

Steakout
Lake Cable Main Beach Pavilion | 5725 Fulton Drive NW, Canton, Ohio
4:00 p.m. – Setup, unloading, cornhusking & drinks
5:15 p.m. – Annual Meeting (will begin when golfers arrive
Menu: Salmon Filet or Porterhouse Steak, Fresh Corn on the Cob, Rolls, Salad, Beverages & Desert
$30 | Per Person

Pre-registration requested.

For questions or more information, contact Dave Kerka, Cincinnati ’88 at betasteakout@hotmail.com.

Weekend will coincide with the University of Maine Homecoming weekend. Additional details to follow. For questions, contact alumni@beta.org.