Ah, I see, it is to get the students into the working habit as well as promoting good work ethics. I guess wearing a uniform improves motivation and hence performance in a state of realistic environment. But guys, it's understandable to wear the academy's uniform during flying, but ground school surrounded by medicine, engineering, law and science major student sthat don't have to wear a uniform? It's awkward and embarrassing when theory lessons or ground schools require you to do that.
I would never wear the uniform to shops, period. It's equivalent to wearing a clown suit or a furry suit. The looks I will get and the sniggers, is definitely not worth it. I always change after classes when I go to the library to study or to go shopping.
You're right on, guys! Once, someone from WAAC wore their uniform to a nightclub, and I was like... Whiskey Tango Foxtrot.