Meet Alex, a quirky first-year student in the Environment faculty at the University of Waterloo. With a passion for sustainability and a penchant for collecting unique thrift-store finds, Alex made a bold choice by purchasing a pair of vintage shoes for their inaugural campus adventures. Unfortunately, despite their hopes of turning heads, the shoes have begun to show wear after a single outing, leading to a humorous yet relatable moment of dismay in the bustling life of university.