Summiting the peak, however, was only part of the goal. Nelson, who led the trip, was committed to experiencing the full journey, which included a two-week trek just to reach the mountain.

Summit needs to obtain 1,742 easements along its Phase 2 route as of June 10, at least 1,360 parcels had not signed voluntary easements, according to the Sierra Club.

On top of Africa Nick Claudio ’22 hasn’t let blindness stop him from achieving his goals, whether it’s going to college, or summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro ...