Meet Alex Tran, a 26-year-old graduate student in Environmental Science at the University of Waterloo. Originally from a small town in Nova Scotia, Alex completed their bachelor’s degree at a different university before transferring to Waterloo for its renowned research opportunities. Passionate about climate change solutions, Alex is diving deep into their studies but finds the transition challenging, especially when it comes to networking. Determined to bridge the gap between academia and industry, Alex is actively seeking to connect with professionals on LinkedIn but often feels overwhelmed by the process.