Meet Alex, an ambitious international student from Brazil who recently enrolled in the Computer Science and Statistics program at the University of Waterloo. With a keen interest in data analysis and software development, Alex has always been drawn to universities with strong reputations in tech and statistics. Despite facing high tuition fees in CS, Alex is determined to make the most of their education by actively engaging in co-op opportunities and networking within the vibrant campus community. A firm believer in personal initiative, Alex often shares insights with peers, emphasizing that the true value of education stems from how much effort one puts into it.