Meet Sam, a 24-year-old graduate student in the Mathematics Faculty at the University of Waterloo. Growing up in a small town, Sam developed a passion for data analysis and algorithms early on, often spending hours exploring online communities. Now, as a keen observer of online behavior and trends, Sam finds the intricacies of social media algorithms captivating. Between studying for exams and working on a research project about machine learning, they frequently visit the Waterloo subreddit, intrigued by the diverse perspectives of fellow students with shared experiences.