Meet Alex, a determined first-year Engineering student at the University of Waterloo. After an overwhelming first term, Alex faced a rocky start with a shocking midterm failure in their introductory course, MATH 105. Feeling the pressure to succeed, they sought guidance from academic advisors and dedicated countless hours to study sessions and one-on-one meetings with teaching assistants. Thanks to their resilience and hard work, Alex not only passed the final exam but surprised even themselves with a stellar performance, reigniting their passion for engineering and solidifying their belief in the power of perseverance.