Meet Sarah, a first-year student at the University of Waterloo who left her small town to pursue a degree in Environmental Studies. Overwhelmed by the rigor of her courses and the pressure to excel, she often finds it hard to balance her academics with her mental health. Sarah frequently connects with others online, sharing her struggles as a way to find solidarity and support within the vast university community. She hopes to advocate for better mental health resources on campus, inspired by the understanding that she’s not alone in her challenges.