DANVILLE, KY—Mills Funk Davis ’93 realized a lifelong dream this past spring when she successfully climbed to the summit of Mount Everest.

It took Davis 58 days to reach the icy peak that’s 29,035 feet (about 6 miles) above sea level. It wasn’t an easy adventure. The climb was challenging and dangerous. Davis suffered some minor injuries along the way. But she made it and got to watch the sun rise over China.

To see an article that appeared in the Louisville Courier-Journal about her climb, visit http://www.courier-journal.com/features/2004/07/20/everest.html.

Davis, who is a double major graduate from Centre with degrees in economics and anthropology, is believed to be the first Kentuckian to conquer Everest. She lives in Bowling Green, Ky., where she runs her own business.

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