FBN Student Vanesa Vučić Conquers “Elbrus,” the Highest Peak in Europe and Russia

Vanesa Vučić, a third-year student at the Faculty of Security Sciences, has successfully completed a demanding ascent—a mountaineering expedition that included climbing the peak “Elbrus” at an altitude of 5,642 meters, the highest peak in Europe and Russia.

Below, we share Vanesa Vučić’s personal experience:

“Our journey began on July 21 with our arrival in Cheget, where we settled in and prepared for the ascent. The following two days involved acclimatization climbs to Terskol – 3,200 meters above sea level and Cheget – 3,400 meters above sea level. On the fourth day, we settled into the Garabashi base, from where we climbed the same day to Priut 11 – 4,100 meters above sea level. The most important acclimatization climb was on the fifth day, to the Pastukhov Rocks at 4,700 meters above sea level. The sixth day was used for rest from the exhausting acclimatization climbs.

On the seventh day, the final ascent to Elbrus at 5,642 meters above sea level began. With strong winds and temperatures of -17°C, but a clear sky, we reached the summit. Three guides from Russia and our leader from the ‘Summit’ Mountaineering and Alpinist Club from Banja Luka provided us with support. I am proud that, despite the difficult conditions, we remained a team until the end, selflessly supporting one another. At the summit, only hugs, pride, and gratitude remained.”

The Faculty of Security Sciences is proud of yet another success by student Vanesa Vučić, which is the result of dedication, hard work, and perseverance.