National Central University, Taiwan to collaborate with University of Colombo
A Delegation led by Professor Timothy K. Shih Vice Dean of College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, National Central University, Taiwan visited University of Colombo and met Senior Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, Vice Chancellor of University of Colombo on 25 June 2018. Professor Shih was accompanied by Professor Yung-Fang Chen, Department of Communication Engineering, Professor […]
General Convocation 2017
36th Annual General Meeting of the Alumni Association
The 36th Annual General Meeting of the Alumni Association of the University of Colombo was held held on 23rd July 2018 at the Senate Hall, College House, University of Colombo. The Chief Guest was former Vice Chancellor Professor G.L. Peiris. The AGM was also attended by the Vice Chancellor Senior Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, Past presidents […]
Felicitation of Seven Senior Distinguished Alumni of The University of Colombo
A highlight of the 36th Annual General Meeting of the Alumni Association of the University of Colombo was a charming felicitation ceremony conducted to recognize and felicitate seven Senior Distinguished Alumni of the University of Sri Lanka, which was the predecessor of the University of Colombo, for the outstanding services they have rendered to the […]
Seminar on “Participatory Theatre for Reconciliation in Post-war Sri Lanka”
The Department of Sociology organized the monthly seminar for the month of July, on 23rd July 2018 (Monday) from 10.30 a.m. – 12.00 noon. in the Seminar Room of the Department of Sociology. At this seminar, Ms. Mandy Koenraads, was delivered the lecture on “Participatory Theatre for Reconciliation in Post-war Sri Lanka”. Mandy Koenraads has completed a postgraduate MSc (Research) in International Development Studies […]
Inauguration Ceremony of the Certificate Course in Politics and Governance
The inaugural ceremony of the 7th batch the Certificate Course in Politics and Governance was held on the 21st of July 2018 at 9.30 am in the Political Science Auditorium, Department of Political Science and Public Policy. Senior Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, the Vice Chancellor University of Colombo, Professor Premakumara de Silva, the Dean Faculty of Arts, Mr. Mahesh […]
Inauguration Ceremony – Masters in Buddhist Studies
The Inauguration Ceremony of the Masters in Buddhist Studies (2018/2019) which is conducted by the Department of Buddhist Studies, University of Colombo, was held on 21st July 2018. Ven. Professor M. Dhammajothi Thero, Head – Department of Buddhist Studies delivered the welcome speech. The Invited Speaker was Professor Kapila Abhayawansa, Vice Rector – International Buddhist College (Thailand). Professor Premakumara De Silva, Dean, Faculty […]
Faculty Development Work-shop in Faculty of Nursing
A five-day faculty development workshop was successfully held from 16th of July to 20th of July at the board-room of faculty of Nursing, University of Colombo in Sri-Jayawardenapura, with the participation of acting Dean of the faculty, Professor Devaka Weerakoon and the members of the academic staff. The Workshop was organized as a joint program […]
Workshop on Ayurveda and Traditional Medicine
A workshop on “Ayurveda and Traditional Medicine for a Healthy Living” was held at the Institute of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo on 10th July to 15th July 2018 for the promotion of Ayurveda Education in Japan.
Inter University Cricket Championship 2018
The Inter University cricket championship 2018 was successfully concluded last week with an immense win attained by the University of Colombo Cricket team under the strong captaincy of Tharana Nakandala and Vice-captain Udesh Sendanayake. The team was coached under Sanjeewa Jayasinghe who has been their main pillar of success over the past few years. This […]
National Level Intercollegiate Ayurveda quiz Competition -2018
National Level Intercollegiate Ayurveda quiz competition organized by the Shree Dhootapapeshwar Ltd held on 13th July 2018 at BMICH, Colombo and Won the First place by the Institute of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo. Miss. J.I.D Diddeniya, Miss. A.M Jayarathne, Mr. S.M Palathiratne and Miss. W.T.N Alwis were the winners of National Level Intercollegiate Ayurveda […]
Delegation from WHO visits University of Colombo
A delegation from the Office of WHO Sri Lanka visited University of Colombo on 13th July 2018 & met Senior Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, Vice-Chancellor, University of Colombo & Professor Indika Karunathilake, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine.
Inter-Departmental Cricket Tournament – Dean’s Trophy
The Faculty of Arts with collaboration of the students who are following the Sports and Physical Activity Course, organized the inaugural Inter-Departmental Dean’s Trophy Cricket Tournament for Dean’s Trophy, under the patronage of Professor Premakumara de Silva, the Dean – Faculty of Arts. This tournament was held on 11th July 2018 from 8.00 am onward at the main university ground. The main objectives of this […]
“Vimarsha” Magazine Launching Ceremony
Head of the Department of Basic Principles, Institute of Indigenous Medicine (IIM), Dr. S.P Molligoda handed over the first copy of ‘Vimarsha’ magazine, 1st Volume, 2nd issue, to the Director IIM, Senior Professor P. A Paranagama on 10.07.2018 at the IIM Board Room.
Delegation from Northumbria University visited University of Colombo
Professor Stanley Oliver, Director of Learning and Teaching for Distance Learning, Northumbria University visited University of Colombo on 09th July 2018. During the visit he met Senior Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, the Vice Chancellor, University of Colombo, Dr. Pradeep Dharmadasa, Dean, Faculty of Management & Finance, Dr. Sajitha, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Management & Finance & […]
Inter University Tennis Tournament 2018
Inter University tennis tournament 2018 was held on the 6th, 7th and 8th of July at Gymkhana tennis court. The tournament was especially a record breaker for both men’s and women’s teams of University of Colombo as they managed to win the victorious Triple Championship for the 5th consecutive time proving their dominance, yet another […]
