Meet Alex, a third-year Computer Science student at the University of Waterloo, who remembers the anxiety of the admission process all too well. Having watched friends with stellar high school grades face rejection, Alex has developed a balanced perspective on the competitive nature of university admissions. They are deeply passionate about tech and entrepreneurship, often spending weekends mentoring high school students on navigating their academic paths. With a focus on resilience, Alex believes that drive and passion outweigh the name of the institution on a résumé, and they often post advice in the Waterloo subreddit to help others find their way through the stress of applications.