Meet Alex Chen, a passionate Geomatics student at the University of Waterloo who grew up in a small town surrounded by vast landscapes and forests. From a young age, Alex was fascinated by maps and technology, spending hours exploring topographic maps and dreaming of one day studying how to analyze and manage geographical data. Now, as part of a vibrant community at Waterloo, Alex thrives on blending traditional cartography with cutting-edge technology, already envisioning a career dedicated to environmental conservation and urban planning.