A free event featuring world-class mountain climbers and WSU alumni John Roskelley and
Chris Kopczynski

September 25, 2026
5-6 p.m. presentation, Q&A, and slideshow
6-7 p.m. reception, exhibit viewing, and book signing
Terrell Library Atrium, WSU Pullman
Light food and drink provided
Admission is free

WSU alumni John Roskelley and Chris Kopczynski have climbed some of earth's highest and most difficult peaks, notching several first ascents.

They recently donated an exceptional collection of mountaineering books first collected by their mentor, Joe Collins, to the WSU Libraries. A new exhibit, "From Peak to Page," traces the history of mountaineering using rare books from the collection.

More info:

https://magazine.wsu.edu/2026/04/24/a-mountain-of-books/

https://news.wsu.edu/news/2026/08/18/exhibit-on-mountaineering-book-collection-set-to-open-on-sept-25/