Meet Alex, a third-year engineering student at the University of Waterloo with a passion for innovation and practical problem-solving. After acing a critical certification exam, Alex realized that the pressure of achieving perfect marks was overshadowed by the real-world challenges they would soon face. With a laid-back attitude towards assignments, Alex focuses on applying knowledge in hands-on projects and internships, valuing experience over grades. Passionate about sustainability, they aspire to create tech solutions that tackle environmental issues, often spending weekends at hackathons or volunteering in local green initiatives.