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EDITORIAL Cartoon by Garner Sereñina You’ve probably heard it before: “Iba na talaga ang kabataan ngayon.” It’s a familiar refrain from older generations, often accompanied by a tsk or a resigned sigh. But is this just another way of dismissing the new generation, or is there something more troubling beneath the surface? Recent events have brought this issue into sharp focus. During a recent Filipino reality show episode, a participant flubbed a basic fact about Dr. José Rizal, calling him “Joe Joe” and “J Rizz.” This blunder, while seemingly trivial, has sparked a torrent of online criticism and highlights a troubling trend about our education system. The reality is stark and alarming: despite efforts to get more children into school, the Philippines is experiencing a severe learning crisis. According to a report by Inquirer.net, over 90 percent of Filipino students cannot read and understand age-appropriate text by age 10. This isn’t just a minor hiccup; it’s a full-blown crisis that...

 EDITORIAL Cartoon by Matthew Barcenas Like a flock of birds swooping toward a hill of grains, METC cadets crowd around the university’s main gate every morning—shoulder-to-shoulder, haircuts all over the place. It’s a sight that immediately raises a question: what happened to the days of adhering to proper grooming standards? Proper appearance and attire might not seem like a big deal, but in a university, especially a maritime school, it’s crucial. Uniforms, haircuts, and even rules against earrings or tattoos aren’t just about control—they’re about creating an environment that fosters discipline. When everyone follows the same rules, it stops the endless comparisons and allows students to focus on the stuff that actually matters—self-improvement, growth, and preparing for the real world (Ståhlberg, J., et al., 2019). At the University of Cebu-METC, cadets know the drill. The haircut rules aren’t suggestions—they’re requirements, with regular inspections to keep everyone in ...

By Adrian Evangelista  The Council of Maritime Leaders and the UC-METC Community Awareness, Relations, and Extension Services have joined forces with student body organizations to tackle improper waste disposal. New trash bins have been placed on every floor of the school to help create a cleaner and more sustainable campus environment. This effort highlights a shared commitment to effective waste management and aims to encourage everyone at the school to contribute to a greener future. It supports the school’s goal of fostering environmental responsibility among its students. Last Friday’s turnover ceremony marked the rollout of the new trash cans, which have now been distributed across the campus for easier and more responsible waste disposal. It is crucial that the new garbage disposal policies are strictly followed. Students believe this project will enhance the school’s environment and demonstrate that environmental security requires collective effort, not just from individual...

The Anchor Publication, the official student publication of the University of Cebu – Maritime Education and Training Center, held its inaugural Anchor Summit to celebrate the relaunch, revival, achievements, and accomplishments of the organization. A highlight of the event was the launch of Anchor’s newest magazine, “LAOM.” The Summit began with formal opening remarks by Campus Director and Dean of the College of Maritime Education, Capt. Gerry D. Enjambre. “Always remember to maintain your integrity and show students that you are deserving of their trust,” Capt. Enjambre advised the campus scribes. Anchor’s Technical Adviser, Mr. Richard Lagus Jr., and Legal Adviser OIC-NW, Dave Polistico, expressed their gratitude. This was followed by an oath-taking ceremony and the recitation of the Journalists’ Creed, led by Associate Editor, Ms. Jaryl Catipay. Managing Editor Ms. Kaith Anne Aniban and Research and Planning Director Mr. Kurstein Paul Quirante presented the Accomplishment Report...

The University of Cebu – METC's Community, Awareness, Relations & Extension Services (C.A.R.E.S.) division organized an impactful "Sharing of Success Stories Best Practices" event, bringing together faculty, staff, and students.   The event kicked off with a rousing welcome message from Campus Director Capt. Gerry D. Enjambre. Emceed by former UC-METC C.A.R.E.S. Student Body Coordinator, Mr. Kent Dominique S. Fernandez, the event featured the rationale for the activity presented by UC-MAIN C.A.R.E.S. Director, Dr. Cesar P. Gulang.   The highlight of the day was the sharing of inspiring success stories and best practices. This knowledge-sharing session, led by UC-LM C.A.R.E.S. Director, Dr. Richie Montebon, saw active participation from speakers representing UC-MAIN, UC-LM, UC-BANILAD, UC-PT, and UC-METC. Notable attendees included Dr. Cesar Gulang from UC-MAIN, Dr. Daryl G. Babatid from UC-METC, Dr. Richie Montebon from UC-LM, Dir. Marijoy Yaun from UC-Banilad, and Di...

By: Emmanuel A. Jaboneta These technologies offer interactive and immersive learning experiences that extend beyond traditional classroom methods. The benefits of eLearning for seafarers are manifold. Flexibility and accessibility are key, as eLearning allows seafarers to access training materials anytime and anywhere, enabling them to balance their studies with demanding work schedules, particularly for those often at sea who may not have the opportunity to attend in-person classes. Cost-effectiveness is another significant advantage, as eLearning reduces the need for travel and accommodation associated with traditional classroom training, thus lowering costs for both trainees and training centers. Consistency and standardization are also ensured, with all trainees receiving the same high-quality instruction and materials, maintaining a consistent standard of training across different regions and centers. Moreover, the interactive and engaging nature of VR and AI technologies creates ...

Written by Angela Mae Pamisa  Illustration by Vince Marvin Dejon              Are you sure that you should be clicking that new episode? Or start another game? Have you enrolled yet? Time is ticking and another academic year is approaching us. With the impending days leading to the next semester, let us look back and remember fondly, every student’s best friend. Procrastination.   Procrastination is defined as an act of delaying or postponing something. In academic setting, it is a type of domain-specific behavior and is the tendency of students to delay academic assignments even when they are aware that they should and have a deadline for doing so. Every student had their experience with cramming, where we store as much information in our short-term memory in preparation for an exam or staying up till late, working on a project. An act that is notorious for causing stress and anxiety in students.   “It’s fine, I have a w...