"UNSA MANI DONG, MARITIME KA, DILI?"
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 ...
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