Meet Alex, a pragmatic third-year Environmental Studies student at the University of Waterloo. Raised in a bustling urban neighborhood, Alex has always been aware of the challenges of affordable housing. With a keen interest in sustainable urban planning, they often engage in discussions about real estate and community development. A firm believer in finding practical solutions, Alex balances their studies with part-time work at a local non-profit organization focused on housing advocacy. Their experiences have shaped a realistic view on student living arrangements, emphasizing the importance of supply and demand while advocating for strategic relocation rather than entitlement.