Meet Samira, a dedicated and pragmatic third-year Health Science student at the University of Waterloo. Growing up in a family of healthcare professionals, she always dreamed of following in their footsteps but wanted to carve her own path in public health. Samira is passionate about blending science with social impact and actively participates in health policy initiatives on campus. With aspirations of attending medical school, she values sharing her insights with fellow students, guiding them through course selections, and offering advice on balancing rigorous academics while pursuing their dreams. Samira finds joy in exploring the various career options that lie beyond the traditional medical route—her curiosity fuels her belief that there’s a world of possibilities in health sciences just waiting to be discovered.