Auburn University Delegation Explores Research Collaboration and Academic Mobility Opportunities

A delegation from Auburn University, USA, visited the University of Colombo on 27 January 2026. The delegation comprised Dr Ash Abebe, Interim Dean of the Graduate School and William P. Molette Professor of Mathematics and Statistics; Dr Muralikrishnan Dhanasekaran, Administrative Fellow and Alumni Professor of the Graduate School; Dr Ashish Gupta, PhD Program Coordinator and Globe Life Professor of Analytics, Department of Business Analytics & Information Systems, Harbert College of Business; and Dr Sheena Stewart, Director of Professional Development of the Graduate School.

They met with Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor of the University, and Professor Upul Sonnadara, Dean of the Faculty of Science, to discuss potential research collaborations and opportunities to enhance staff and student mobility between the two universities. Dr Iroja Caldera, Director of the International Office, also participated in the discussions.