Meet Alex, a second-year Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Waterloo who has always had a penchant for the mechanics of everyday technology. Growing up tinkering with his dad’s old pickup truck, he developed a fascination for how things work under the hood. While he may not yet hold an engineering degree, his passion shines through as he engages in thoughtful discussions about vehicle dynamics on forums. In his free time, Alex enjoys volunteering at a local youth robotics club, where he inspires younger generations to take an interest in engineering.