Meet Alex Chen, a first-year Engineering student at the University of Waterloo. Hailing from a middle-class family in Guangzhou, China, Alex was awarded a scholarship for his academic excellence. He’s often noticed the high number of affluent international students around him, which sometimes sparks his curiosity and tender jealousy. Eager to navigate the richness of Waterloo’s culture while grappling with his financial realities, Alex is passionate about combining engineering with social entrepreneurship, hoping to create inclusive opportunities for students like him in the future.