“Action is the antidote for despair.” – Joan Baez
A spring day at FRCC brought out blossoms and eco-conscious students who gathered to take action to deal with environmental threats facing the earth.
Inside Longs Peak Student Center and outside in the campus courtyard, the FRCC Earth Day Fair was part of the celebration. Participants found creative ways to engage with environmental issues.
“What are your climate concerns?” KC Peterson, seated in a sunhat and blue FRCC hoodie, asked students as they walked by. “I’ll listen or recommend action—you choose!” Her table embodied the spirit of the day: open dialogue and empowerment over helplessness.
KC Peterson, one of the most enthusiastic voices at the Earth Day Fair, broke it down simply at her climate concerns table.
Her explanation encouraged students to consider how everyday actions – like flipping on the home thermostat – contribute to climate change.
“A lot of emissions come from heating and cooling our buildings and our homes,” she said. “It’s not just factories or cars. It’s our everyday lives.”
Peterson made complicated environmental topics feel solvable. If someone wanted to vent about climate anxiety or learn how to take small steps toward sustainability, she was ready to hear and give a recommendation.
Elsewhere in the fair, a vibrant tri-fold display on eco-friendly floss and oral hygiene alternatives broke down a harsh truth: most dental products we use are plastic-based and destined for landfills.
“Biodegradable, cruelty-free, and BPA-free solutions, paired with free samples of toothpaste and floss,” said an FRCC dental student. Nearby sat a bowl of oranges and almonds, giving students a taste of how sustainability can replenish the body.
The fair felt like more than a passing event. It was a blooming reflection of the school’s evolving heart. The fair painted a hopeful picture of a generation ready to turn awareness into action.
And as soft music played through the quad and spring flowers swayed in the breeze, it was clear: the future is uncertain, but it looks vibrant at Front Range Community College.
