Meet Alex, a determined third-year engineering student at the University of Waterloo who has a penchant for advocating for student rights and wellbeing. Having recently returned from a grueling co-op term where work-life balance felt like an elusive dream, Alex is fiercely protective of the sanctity of reading week. With a heavy course load and an independent spirit, they believe that student-focused policies should be prioritized over the demands of employers, often engaging in discussions to highlight the importance of mental health and academic success for all students.