Presentation of the First Dominicans to Reach the Summit of Mount Everest
Presentation of their Experiences
Video: Interview to Federico Jovine and Karim Mella
The most recent Dominican Get-together at Columbia University Faculty House on November 18 welcomed the first-ever Dominican climbers to scale Mount Everest, Karim Mella and Federico Jovine. Hear from the climbers themselves in this fascinating and extraordinary interview describing the grueling and arduous preparations, dedication and endurance leading up to this historic climb and what has quickly become the source of great national pride for Dominicans around the world.

Audio: Interview to Marina

Audio: Interview to Lilian Lora

Audio: Interview to Roberto Geronimo

Audio: Interview to Maria Paula

Audio: Interview to Frank Tavarez