... REACTIONS TO DRESS CODE

By Charity Odoh

Following the introduction of purple and black as the official dress code of the department of Mass Communication, students of the department have shared mixed opinions over the development.

The Head of Department, Dr. John Oyewole had made known the dress code in an internal memorandum, released on January 16, 2020.

According to the memorandum, it was compulsory all students of the department to comply with the dress code from Monday to Thursday of every week.

Speaking to our correspondent, a 200 level student of the  department,  Akintolayo Joshua Oluwagbakinro lauded the development saying the dress code will help to eradicate indescent dressing and promote the image of the department.

        Another 200 level student, Glorious Emoruwa, stated that the colour code makes the students of the department unique, and symbolizes unity  in the department.

She said, "Well the dress code really makes sense, we look unique,different and very noticeable on campus. As for me, I love the fact that Mass Communication students are now getting attention on campus. And I think they are considerate with the color and the way it should be worn too."

Also, an 100 level student, Popoola Oluwayemisi, noted that the uniqueness of the choice of colour.

She said, "The color is actually good but can only look better and more corporate if we are united. Someone told me that the color is already been used by the department of Psychology. However, the color is unique and if it is going to be changed, it should be to a less common color."

However,  a 300 level student, Adagba Promise, frowned at the number of days it is to be worn. He said, "Mass communication dress code is a good one but i feel it should have not been forced, as the students are the one to put it on and they should be allowed to choose whatever color they want to wear. Moreover,the dress should not be from Mondays to Thursdays, it should be restricted to Mondays and Tuesdays only."       

   On his part, a final year student of the department, Samson Akintunde, condemned the late release of the official memorandum, adding that "students were not given enough time to get the required dress code before it became effective."

       Still, a lecturer of the department, Dr. Shade Ade-Johnson reiterated during the department's congress, that all members of the department must comply with the directive.

      She explained that the move was part of the department's effort to promote decency and instill discipline among its student.