Meet Alex, a 22-year-old sociology major at the University of Waterloo with a keen interest in relationship dynamics. Born and raised in New York City, Alex moved to Waterloo for its innovative approach to education and co-op opportunities. He often spends his weekends exploring the local dating scene and discussing love stories with friends, leading to a fascination with how relationships form and evolve in different environments—especially in a city as diverse and bustling as NYC. Alex enjoys scrolling through social media where he collects anecdotes about dating, often pondering over whether online connections can supersede traditional meet-cutes.