Workshop Certificate Awarding Ceremony 2024 – HRDC
The Human Resource Development Centre (HRDC) hosted its Certificate Awarding Ceremony on 7th November 2024, to honour the achievements of participants who completed four impactful workshops. The event celebrated the professional development of both academic and non-academic staff, underscoring HRDC’s unwavering commitment to continuous growth within the university. The ceremony was graced by distinguished guests, […]
General Convocation 2023
Exploring Japan’s Path to Modernization: A Special Lecture by H.E. Ambassador Mizukoshi Hideaki
The University of Colombo proudly hosted a special lecture on October 1, 2024, as part of the esteemed JICA Chair Programme 2024/25, which has been fostering academic collaboration between Japan and Sri Lanka since its inception in 2021. Held at the Jubilee Ballroom of the Galle Face Hotel, the lecture featured His Excellency Mr Mizukoshi […]
Public Debt in Japan and Its Implications for Sri Lanka | JICA Chair Programme 2024/25 Lecture III
The third lecture in the JICA Chair Programme series took place on September 25, 2024, at Senate Hall, College House. The session commenced at 10:00 a.m. with a welcome address by Professor Chaminda Pathmakumara, Head of the Department of International Relations, Faculty of Arts. This was followed by an address by Mr Yamada Tetsuya, the […]
Towards a Green Horizon: Japan’s Journey to Carbon Neutrality | JICA Chair Programme 2024/25 Lecture II
The University of Colombo launched its JICA Chair Programme Lecture Series with a special lecture by Professor Takeo Kikkawa, President of the International University of Japan, on September 18, 2024. The lecture, titled Towards a Green Horizon: Japan’s Journey to Carbon Neutrality, focused on Japan’s energy policy and its goal of becoming carbon neutral. Professor […]
UOC Shines at the Inter-University Rowing Championships 2024
The Inter-University Rowing Championships 2024 was held at the Colombo Rowing Club, with the preliminary rounds and consolation finals on August 31st and the thrilling finals on September 7th. The awarding ceremony was graced by Senior Professor (Chair) H D Karunaratne, Vice Chancellor of the University, as the Chief Guest, and Dr Manoj Fernando, President […]
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 […]
Korean Cultural Day 2024 – Institute of Human Resource Advancement (IHRA)
On August 22, 2024, the Institute of Human Resource Advancement (IHRA) hosted its Second Annual Korean Cultural Day in the Faculty of Graduate Science Auditorium. The event, which featured traditional performances, a South Korean language competition, and various interactive activities, was highlighted by the presence of H.E. Miyon Lee, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea […]
Inauguration of the Bachelor of Labour Management Program 2024/2025
The inauguration of the Bachelor of Labour Management (BLM) Program, conducted by the Institute of Human Resources (IHRA), took place on August 21, 2024. The BLM Degree Program is designed for individuals employed in both public and private sectors, with lectures scheduled after working hours. The BLM program is structured as a 3-year general degree, […]
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 […]
Invitational Universities Badminton Championship – Ambassador Cup 2024
The “Ambassador Cup 2024” was organized by the Department of Physical Education in collaboration with the International Postgraduate Association of the University of Colombo and Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT) Ltd. This tournament was conducted under the guidance of His Excellency Qi Zhenhong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Sri Lanka, and Senior […]
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, […]
