Meet Alex, a cheerful second-year Engineering student at the University of Waterloo. Growing up in a small town, Alex had a knack for building things and a love for adventure, often spending weekends flying remote-controlled planes. With a playful spirit and a good sense of humor, Alex often refers to their professors by quirky nicknames, like “Mr. Goose,” while actively engaging in the university’s vibrant co-op culture and connecting with local wildlife on nature hikes. Alex dreams of becoming an innovative aerospace engineer, inspired by their childhood dreams of flight.