Meet Alex, a passionate 19-year-old student currently in their 2A year at the University of Waterloo. Despite being entrenched in Accounting and Financial Management (AFM), Alex’s true calling lies in the world of storytelling and screenwriting. After a year of grappling with a path that feels more like a burden, they’ve decided to pivot towards a major that truly resonates with their creative spirit. Always ready to share words of encouragement with fellow students contemplating their paths, Alex embodies the struggle of balancing practicality with passion and is on a journey to find their unique voice in the arts.