Is university still worth it in today’s economy? With rising tuition, a shaky job market, and the rise of alternative paths, the question has never felt more urgent.

In this episode of The Journey, Jason Yee sits down with Iris Redinger, a graduate of the University of Waterloo’s architecture program turned full-time entrepreneur. Iris shares how she built her way into one of Canada’s most competitive schools, what the co-op's at Waterloo really teaches you beyond textbooks, and why she ultimately chose entrepreneurship over a traditional career path.

From internships to the value of networks, from Waterloo’s unique “founder-friendly” culture to the pressure of early career decisions — this episode dives deep into what post-secondary education means right now and whether it still sets up students for success in the real world.

If you’ve ever questioned whether university is a ticket to opportunity or just an outdated system, this conversation will challenge your assumptions.

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