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Don't belittle graduation days, says Dewi Remaja finalist

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

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  • A finalist for Dewi Remaja 2025, Sharmaine Alexander, believes no one should belittle others' graduation days, as each success involves different efforts and sacrifices.
  • Alexander expressed disappointment seeing people underestimate others' achievements, especially on social media, emphasizing that not everyone can complete higher education.
  • She encouraged graduates to celebrate their success without shame and to share their graduation photos, noting that obtaining a certificate takes years of hard work and sacrifice.

Finalist Sharmaine Alexander has spoken out against belittling others' graduation achievements, emphasizing the unique efforts and sacrifices behind each success. Alexander, 26, expressed dismay at individuals who dismiss others' accomplishments, particularly those shared on social media.

Why do people belittle others' efforts? Not everyone can enjoy graduation. Some can only study up to SPM. So, whether it's a diploma or any level of study, never belittle someone's graduation day.

· Sharmaine AlexanderSharmaine Alexander explaining her stance on social media posts about graduation.

"Why do people belittle others' efforts? Not everyone can enjoy graduation. Some can only study up to SPM," she stated in a TikTok video. "So, whether it's a diploma or any level of study, never belittle someone's graduation day."

Alexander encouraged graduates to celebrate their milestones without shame or concern for negative comments. She shared her own experience of having a pre-convocation photoshoot and a studio session on the day itself, valuing these memories. "Three or four years to get one certificate is not easy. Some study with insufficient funds and have to sacrifice so much," she added.

Three or four years to get one certificate is not easy. Some study with insufficient funds and have to sacrifice so much.

· Sharmaine AlexanderSharmaine Alexander highlighting the difficulties faced by students pursuing higher education.

She urged people to let others enjoy their moments and to offer congratulations instead of criticism. Alexander recently completed her Master of Law (LL.M) at UiTM Shah Alam.

So, whether it's a diploma or any level of study, never belittle someone's graduation day.

· Sharmaine AlexanderSharmaine Alexander's advice to the public regarding graduation celebrations.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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