General Convocation 2023
External Degree Convocation Ceremony & Award Ceremony of year 2023
The Centre for Open and Distance Learning held its seventh External Degree Convocation and Award Ceremony for 2023 at the New Arts Theater on September 1, 2024. The event was held under the patronage of the Venerable Chancellor, Sasana Keerthi Sri Buddha Sasana Shobhana Venerable Muruththettuwe Ananda Nayaka Thero, with the participation of the Vice […]
National Assessment of Learning Outcomes for Grade 4 & Grade 8 Students (2022/2023)
In the 2022/2023 academic year, the Ministry of Education in Sri Lanka, with financial support from the World Bank, commissioned the National Education Research and Evaluation Center (NEREC) at the University of Colombo to conduct a national assessment of student performance in mathematics and English. The outcomes of this assessment were presented on August 29, […]
JICA Chair Program 2024/25 Inaugural Ceremony
On August 28, 2024, the University of Colombo celebrated the launch of the JICA Chair Program 2024/25 at the FGS Auditorium. The event was honoured by the presence of His Excellency Mizukoshi Hideaki, Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka; Mr Yamada Tetsuya, Chief Representative of JICA Sri Lanka; and Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, […]
Inauguration and Information Session for the 2024/27 intake of DBA
The Inauguration Ceremony and Information Session for the 2024/27 intake of the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Degree Programme at the Faculty of Management & Finance (FMF) was held on August 24, 2024. Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, Vice-Chancellor of the University, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Also in attendance were Professor […]
Faculty of Technology Welcomes 321 New Undergraduates
The Faculty of Technology proudly welcomed its 7th undergraduate batch on August 20, 2024, with an inauguration ceremony held at the New Arts Theatre. The event was attended by distinguished guests, including Senior Professor (Chair) Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, Vice Chancellor of the University; Professor R U K Piyadasa, Dean of the Faculty […]
Faculty of Medicine Hosts Diploma and Certificate Awards Ceremony & Inauguration of July 2024 Intake
The Postgraduate Programs Committee of the Faculty of Medicine successfully held the Diploma and Certificate Awards Ceremony, alongside the Inauguration of the July 2024 Intake for Postgraduate and Continuing Professional Development Courses, on August 7th, 2024. The event took place in the Main Auditorium of the UCFM Tower, Faculty of Medicine. The ceremony was graced […]
Unlock Your Potential to Get Hired – Career Fair 2024, Faculty of Science
The Career Guidance Unit of the Faculty of Science successfully hosted the inaugural Career Fair 2024 – “Unlock Your Potential to Get Hired!” from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM at the Statistics Department building on August 2nd, 2024. This event was a collaborative effort with the University’s Leo Club, Rotaract Club, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Club, […]
Guest Lecture and Art Exhibition Held in Collaboration with the Embassy of Egypt
The University of Colombo, in collaboration with the Embassy of Egypt to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, hosted a distinguished event that featured a guest lecture and an art exhibition on July 30th, 2024. This event, organized by the Department of History and the Arabic and Islamic Civilization Unit of the Faculty of Arts, highlighted […]
Mentoring Workshop for the Career Fair 2024, Faculty of Science
On June 29, 2024, the Career Guidance Unit of the Faculty of Science, successfully hosted the Mentoring Workshop, marking the inaugural step of the Career Fair 2024 – “Unlock Your Potential to Get Hired!” The three-hour event was a collaborative effort with the university’s Leo Club, Rotaract Club, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Club, and AIESEC. Aimed […]
Centre of Excellence Hosts its First Brainstorming Session
A workshop to initiate the activities of the Centre of Excellence for Research and Innovation in Population Dynamics, Gender, Reproductive Health, Rights, and Social Policy was held on June 10, 2024, at the United Nations Population Fund in Colombo. The workshop aimed to establish a research agenda for the Centre. The Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor […]
Book launch “The Way of the Jackal”: The Untold Story of Sri Lanka’s Wild Dog
The book titled “The Way of the Jackal” authored by Ms Uthpalawarna Jayaweera, Professor Sampath Seneviratne and Mr Chandika Jayaratne, was presented to the Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne at the College House premises on May 29, 2024. The Sri Lankan jackal is the only island subspecies of the Eurasian Golden Jackal […]
Lions Clubs Donate Essential Medical Supplies to University Medical Centre
On May 29th, 2024, a significant event unfolded as the Lions Clubs of Mahara, Galgamuwa, Colombo Blue Sapphire, Meerigama Metro, and Kurunegala Apexro, joined hands to donate essential medical supplies to the University of Colombo’s medical centre, which serves the entire university community. Additionally, the Gampaha Radiance generously offered 10 scholarships that will be awarded […]
සරසවි බක්මහ උළෙල “Sarasavi Bakmaha Ulela” 2024
සරසවි බක්මහ උළෙල “Sarasavi Bakmaha Ulela” 2024 was held on the 19th of April 2024 at the university grounds with the participation of Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, the Vice Chancellor of the University, and the Deans of the faculties, along with staff members. The event spanned the entire day, bright and lively, filled […]
UCIARS Unveils Innovative Automated Hydroponic System
University of Colombo Agro Technology and Rural Sciences (UCIARS) has developed an innovative automated hydroponic system as part of the students’ practical session in protected agriculture. In the initial phase of this endeavour, various plants including lettuce and strawberries were cultivated and harvested, showcasing significant achievements. This automated model requires minimal maintenance and observation, promising […]
FIM Welcomes 147 New Students to BAMS and BUMS Degree Programs
The Orientation program for new entrants of the Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine, and Surgery (BAMS) and Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS) degree programs for the Advanced Level 2022 batch was inaugurated on March 28, 2024, at the main auditorium of the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine. This year, 114 students were registered for the […]
