Meet Alex, a laid-back second-year Mathematics major at the University of Waterloo. After facing a rocky start with a near-failing grade on their Math 135 midterm, Alex bounced back with determination and a knack for finding study strategies that work. A self-proclaimed "mathematical optimist," they love sharing their experiences with fellow students to help ease their worries about challenging courses, all while balancing their passion for problem-solving with a love for coffee and weekend gaming sessions.