As part of the yearlong celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Overman Student Center at Pittsburg State University, the Student Center will host the inaugural “Market @ the OSC” on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., bringing together student entrepreneurs, registered student organizations, and local vendors for a holiday-themed shopping experience.
The market will be held in the Crimson and Gold Ballrooms and is free and open to the public. Shoppers will have the opportunity to browse a variety of handmade goods, artwork, baked treats, gifts, home décor, apparel, collectibles, and more while supporting student creators and local businesses.
"The Market @ the OSC will be a fun way to kick off the holiday season and connect the campus and local community,” said Eva Sager, director of the Student Center and organizer of the event.
More than 20 vendors are expected to participate, offering a wide assortment of products. Featured vendors include:
- Atleigh Gumpenberger Photo with photography services and products
- Box Press Studio featuring press-on nails and accessories
- Brandon Torres with handcrafted crochet items
- Catered By Fatimah offering charcuterie boxes, stuffed and chocolate-covered dates, baklava, Arabic coffee kits, and more
- Crafty Girls with scrunchies, clay bead bracelets, and string art
- Dough Bros Sourdough featuring breads and baked goods
- Gamedayed by Jules with custom gameday and school spirit buttons
- Gorilla Bookstore by Barnes & Noble offering Pitt State merchandise and holiday gifts
- Graphic Arts Club with tote bags, coasters, photo prints, and other creations
- Hunt Heritage featuring homemade breads, jams, and fruit butters
- JashGilly with personalized portraits, watercolor paintings, and artwork
- Kellan Quinn offering baked goods, jewelry, woodworking items, and clothing
- Kennadie McDowell with plants and original paintings
- Kylee's Creations featuring upcycled clothing, accessories, honey products, and more
- Libby LovesLoops with crocheted items and custom projects
- MR. Z's Designs offering 3D-printed products and stickers
- Pre-Veterinary Club, whose proceeds will support Paw Prints on the Heartland
- Sid Ruckman with collectibles, home décor, and games
- Sigma Alpha Iota featuring baked goods, artwork, and vintage apparel
- Social Work Club offering baked goods and seasonal beverages
- Sodexo Food Services with grab-and-go snacks and drinks
- Sweetheart Designs and Accessories featuring handmade jewelry
- TheSweetShoppe with seasonal sugar cookies
- Tonalli offering cinnamon rolls, cookies, and other baked treats
Community members interested in becoming vendors may still apply. Participation is free for Pitt State students and registered student organizations using a @gus.pittstate.edu email address.
All other vendors are subject to a $50 registration fee. Each vendor will receive a 10-foot-by-10-foot space, one six-foot table, and two chairs.
Vendor applications are available online. Submission of an application does not guarantee participation. Approved applicants will receive confirmation and payment instructions by email.
For more information, contact Eva Sager at esager@pittstate.edu or 620-235-4791 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Additional details and vendor registration information are available at: https://pittstate.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12911571.
— Pitt State —