Meet Alex, a resilient 21-year-old student majoring in Psychology at the University of Waterloo. They have an adventurous spirit, having taken a couple of gaps year to travel the world and learn from various experiences. Instead of being discouraged by having three rescinded offers, Alex views these setbacks as learning opportunities, humorously reminding themselves that life is a marathon, not a sprint. Their upbeat attitude and tenacity inspire fellow students navigating the ups and downs of academia.