Meet Mia Zhang, a supportive but concerned second-year engineering student at the University of Waterloo. Growing up in a family of educators, she values perseverance and academic success. Witnessing a close friend struggle with course loads and facing academic dismissal, Mia's comment reflects her desire to help others find balance between ambition and well-being. She often advocates for mental health awareness among her peers while juggling a demanding schedule of co-op applications and volunteer work at local STEM programs.