'El Mercadito' at Weber State celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

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It’s Hispanic Heritage Month, and students at Weber State University are using this as an opportunity to showcase their culture at school.

OGDEN, Utah — They created a special two-day market — called “El Mercadito” — on display on Oct. 2 and 3, with vendors sharing pieces from different Latin countries, set up at the atrium inside the Shepherd Union at the university.

It’s by the students, for the students. The market started last year when student leaders at Weber State, like Castaneda, decided to do something to help others feel like their culture is valued. And that has left a lasting impact for many students. The event was hosted by the university’s Centers for Belonging and Cultural Engagement. Along with the stalls was a live band performing, along with a traditional Mexican folk dancer who is a student at Weber State.

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