This comment could have been written by a disillusioned second-year Engineering student named Alex. After being initially excited about the co-op program and the vibrant campus life, Alex has become frustrated with the rigid structure and overwhelming competitiveness of the program, feeling that it has drained the joy and creativity out of their university experience. Searching for deeper connections and meaningful projects, they feel like they've lost their sense of purpose in the pursuit of grades and internships, leading to their one-word assessment: “Soulless.”