Meet Alex, a spirited first-year student in the Arts Faculty at the University of Waterloo. Growing up in a family that celebrated the holiday season with the utmost enthusiasm, Alex has developed a deep affinity for all things Christmas. Known among friends for playing Mariah Carey’s holiday hits long before December rolls in, Alex has transformed their dorm into a festive wonderland, complete with twinkling lights and a countdown calendar. Despite the academic hustle, the joyous anticipation of the holidays is always in the air for Alex, making them the ultimate Christmas cheerleader.