Meet Sarah, a resilient second-year Environmental Studies student at the University of Waterloo. Struggling to balance the demands of her rigorous program and her mental health, she often finds herself advocating for more compassionate policies that support student well-being. A passionate environmentalist, she spends her free time volunteering at local conservation initiatives, believing that just like the environment, students also need nurturing and care to thrive. Sarah used her recent extension not just for academics, but to take a moment for herself, rejuvenating her spirit in the face of overwhelming workloads.