Meet Alex, a final-year engineering student at the University of Waterloo, who is navigating the challenging waters of intense coursework and co-op placements. Once an optimistic freshman eager to dive into university life, Alex has faced the reality of sleepless nights and demanding projects. As they inch closer to graduation, they now impart wisdom to younger students, reminding them to cherish their last year of freedom before the responsibilities of the real world set in. Despite the stress, Alex nurtures a passion for rock climbing, finding solace in scaling walls to escape the academic grind.