2nd International Conference on Climate Change (ICCC 2018)
The International Conference on Climate Change 2018 (ICCC 2018) was held from 15th-16th February, 2018 at Hotel Taj Samudra Colombo, Sri Lanka. ICCC 2018 was hosted by the University of Colombo in collaboration with the Colorado State University, USA as the Academic partner of the Conference. The Climate Change Secretariat, the Ministry of Mahaweli Development […]
World Youth from Nippon Maru: Ship for World Youth visits University of Colombo
Around three hundred youth who were cruising around the world in Nippon Maru: Ship for World Youth visited University of Colombo on 16th February 2018 for knowledge sharing session with students of the university. The sailing ambassadors were welcomed by Professor Lakhsman Dissanayake, Vice Chancellor, University of Colombo, Deans of the Faculties and the students. […]
The Long Service Awards Ceremony 2017
The Ceremony “Long Service Awards – 2017” was held on 1st February 2018 at the College House, University of Colombo. See more photos on Facebook
“Green Talk”, Seeking Solutions for Environmental Problems
The first green talk on “Seeking solutions for environmental problems” delivered by Professor Sarath Wimalabandara Kotagama on 29th January 2018 at the Department of Mathematics Auditorium, University of Colombo.
Riga Technical University , Latvia to collaborate with University of Colombo
A delegation led by Professor Igros Tipans, Deputy Rector International Riga Technical University, Latvia visited University of Colombo on 26 January 2018. During the visit the delegation met Professor Lakshman Dissanayake , the Vice Chancellor University of Colombo , Professor K.R.R. Mahanama, Dean, Faculty of Science, Professor Deepthi Wickramasinghe, Senior Lecture Faculty of Science, Dr. […]
Jinan University China to collaborate with University of Colombo
A delegation led by Professor Hu Jun, President Jinan University, China visited University of Colombo on 26 January 2018 and met Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, the Vice-Chancellor University of Colombo during the visit. During the meeting held at the Vice Chancellor’s Office, both parties discussed possible areas of collaboration between the two universities. Vice-Chancellor was accompanied […]
Delegation from Turkey visited University of Colombo
Mr. Hüseyin Gündoğar, Vice President of Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities visited the University of Colombo on 26 January 2018. During the visit, Mr. Hüseyin Gündoğar met The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Lakshman Dissanayake, and discussed the possible areas of collaboration between the University of Colombo and the Turkish Higher Education Institution. Dr. Kokila Konasinghe, […]
Fifth Annual Scientific Sessions of the SLALAS
Fifth Annual Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lanka Association for Laboratory Animal Science (SLALAS) was successfully held on 25th and 26th of January at the Waters Edge, Battaramulla, under the theme “3Rs and Beyond: Joining Forces Towards Alternatives to Animal Experimentation“. This year, attempts were taken to specially focus on “Establishing a Culture of Care” […]
Alumni Association Scholarship Awards Ceremony
The Alumni Association in partnership with the “1967 Alumni Unity” awarded 51 Scholarships of Rs. 10,000/= each student, at New Arts Theatre (NAT) University of Colombo. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Lakshman Dissanayake attended to the function as the Chief Guest and the Alumni Association was represented by the President Mr. T G Jayasinghe, the Secretary […]
Inauguration Ceremony of the Bachelor of Agro-Technology
The 9th student intake for the Bachelor of Agro-technology Degree Program held on 20.01.2018 at University of Colombo Institute for Agro-technology and Rural Sciences, Weligatta, Hambantota. The Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor Lakshman Disanayaka graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and the other participants were The Director of UCIARS Prof.S. Subasingha, The Academic Department head Senior Lecture Ninsansala […]
Inauguration Ceremony of UCSC Undergraduates – 2016/2017
The Inauguration Ceremony of UCSC Undergraduates for the Academic Year 2016/2017 was held on January 17th 2018 at New Arts Theater (NAT), University of Colombo.
Grant Contract between Japan and Sri Palee Campus, University of Colombo
The government of Japan has granted a total of 12 million rupees under its “Grant Assistance for Grassroots Projects” to the Department of Mass Media, Sri Palee Campus, University of Colombo to establish an Audio-Visual Studio equipped with a new multi-camera system and post-production and color grading facilities. This will contribute to improving our undergraduates’ […]
Induction Day of Faculty of Management and Finance
Induction Day of Student Intake for 2018 of Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo was held on 16th of January at the New Arts Theater. The Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor Lakshman Disanayaka graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and the other participants were The Registrar Mr. KAS Edward, Dr. M. P. P. Dharmadasa […]
The Preliminary workshop for the proposed faculty of Engineering
Two days preliminary workshop for finalizing the proposal of the proposed faculty of Engineering was held on 12th and 13th January 2018 at Jie Jie Hotel – Panadura with the Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo, Senior Professor Lakshman Dissanayake, the Registrar, the Bursar and with the members of the Steering Committee.
Launch of ‘Thrimana Pro’ 3D Printer by RCS2 Technologies (Pvt) Ltd
RCS2 Technologies (PVT) Limited is the first company to introduce 3D printing to Sri Lanka and has since, made a significant venture in to 3D printing, offering series of Thrimana 3D Printers along with materials. Thrimana, Sri Lanka’s leading 3D printer brand is a product of RCS2 Technologies. RCS2 Technologies’ vision is to help the […]
