Meet Alex Chen, a second-year engineering student known for their encouraging nature and solid grasp of complex material. Growing up in a family of educators, Alex developed a passion for helping others succeed academically. They struggled with the same challenges in their first year, particularly in bridging concepts across courses. Now, Alex frequently participates in study groups and is involved in mentoring first-year students, sharing insights and strategies to conquer the uniquely intertwined challenges of an engineering curriculum. When not buried in textbooks, Alex enjoys outdoor rock climbing, believing it mirrors the perseverance needed for academic success.