The University of Northern Colorado’s Student Government Association, or SGA, hosted its first-ever farmers market—and there was plenty to love.
Those that walked by the event might’ve noticed the smell of fresh baked goods wafting through the air, students carrying handmade bouquets and colorful booths lining the walkways. It wasn’t just a random pop-up—it was a celebration of community, creativity and connection.
From homemade treats to handmade jewelry, the market featured a mix of local vendors and student-run clubs.
“This is my jewelry and trinket business—basically anything art and beads,” said Nikaiya Lawson, one of the student vendors. “Last year I started branching out into clothing… we learned how to do this really cool technique of printing with the sun, and I started putting that on t-shirts.”
But the event wasn’t just about shopping. Campus organizations also used the space to connect with students and raise awareness about what they do.
“We’re really happy to see a good mix of students and community members,” said SGA President Joseph Mestas. “We didn’t expect as many people from outside of Â鶹´«Ă˝ to show up, but it’s been really great just to get in front of students and show them what we can do.”
Of course, one of the most popular attractions was the bouquet-building station, where students lined up to pick their favorite flowers and craft their own personalized arrangements—perfect for Instagram, or just brightening up a dorm room.
According to the organizer of the event, Delainey Davidson, the goal was to create a fun, laid-back event to bring people together—and by the looks of it, they succeeded.
“We were kind of just looking for ways to bring the community together, bring up some vibes, all of that good stuff,” one organizer said. “And I feel like we emulated that perfectly today.”
Though this was SGA’s first time putting on a farmers market, organizers say it won’t be the last.
“First one—and hopefully not the last,” Davidson said. “We’re going to keep doing this as long as we can.”
With the days getting warmer and finals season looming, the market was the perfect excuse to relax, connect with others, and soak up a little sunshine.
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