UOC signs an MOU with Mastercard Singapore Holding Pte. Ltd
On July 31st, 2023, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the University of Colombo and Mastercard Singapore Holding Pte. Ltd at the College House Premises. The primary objective of this MoU is to confer the Mastercard Gold Medals to exceptional graduates who have achieved the highest marks in two distinct courses. The first […]
‘Pathra Kala Kavu Silumina; Tilakarathna Kuruwita Bandara Abhisambhawana’ felicitation ceremony
Honoring six decades of invaluable service to the Sri Lankan cultural field by renowned journalist, poet, literary critic and author Tilakarathna Kuruwita Bandara, an event celebrating his services was held on Friday, the 28th of July 2023, at Sri Lanka Foundation Institute auditorium from 3.30 pm onwards. The event included the book launch of ‘Pathra […]
Certificate Awards Ceremony & Inauguration of the Postgraduate and Continuing Professional Development Programmes July 2023 Intake
The Awards Ceremony for the Certificate Course in Infection Prevention & Control, Certificate Course in Occupational Health & Safety, and Training Program in Clinical Genetics, offered by the Faculty of Medicine, was held on July 26, 2023, at the UCFM Tower. The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, the Dean of the […]
ECE Diploma Awards Ceremony 2023 Honours 537 Students
The Extension Courses in English (ECE) offered by the Department of English, Faculty of Arts, held its Diploma Awards Ceremony on July 22, 2023, at the New Arts Theatre. A total of five hundred and thirty-seven students from the 2017/2018 and 2018/2019 batches were awarded their Diploma certificates at this ceremony. The ECE is a […]
Celebrating the Inauguration of the Master of Laws by Coursework Programme 2023/2024
The Faculty of Law successfully held the inauguration of the Master of Laws by Coursework Programme 2023/2024 on the 21st of July 2023. The event was graced by the Chief Guest, His Lordship Honourable Justice Janak de Silva, Judge of the Supreme Court of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka; the Guest of Honour, […]
Sri Palee Campus Welcomes 211 New Undergraduate Students for the 2021/2022 academic year
The inaugural ceremony for the new entrants to the Sri Palee Campus, pursuing the Bachelor of Mass Media and Performing Arts programmes for the 2021/2022 academic year, took place on July 20th, 2023, at Arundathi Hall, Sri Palee Campus, welcoming 211 new undergraduate students. The ceremony was graced by the Chief Guest, Senior Professor (Chair) […]
Ninety-Eight Candidates Shine at the Diploma Awarding Ceremony of the Diploma in Public Law 2021/2022
The Department of Public & International Law of the Faculty of Law celebrated the success of the awardees of the Diploma in Public Law for the academic year 2021/2022. The Diploma Awarding Ceremony took place at the Lotus Conference Room of the BMICH from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on July 17, 2023. The ceremony […]
Establishment of the “Scholars’ Corner” of the Library
The instigation of the first ever “Scholars’ Corner” in a university library in Sri Lanka has taken place at the Library, University of Colombo on 17th July 2023. The initiative came to fruition by receiving the first generous book donation from Emeritus Professor J.B. Disanayaka, consisting of nearly 300 books related to the Sinhala Language, […]
NILIS Recognizes 457 Awardees at Diploma Awards Ceremony 2023
The National Institute of Library and Information Sciences (NILIS) held its Diploma Award Ceremony on 15th July 2023 at the New Arts Theatre of the University. The event was held under the patronage of the Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne. During the NILIS Diploma Awards Ceremony 2023, 48 awardees received their Higher Diploma […]
Thirty outstanding range officers were awarded the Diploma in Wildlife Management
The Awards Ceremony of the Diploma in Wildlife Management 2022 was held on the 11th of July 2023 at the Faculty of Graduate Studies Auditorium. Thirty Range Officers of the Department of Wildlife Conservation who successfully completed the programme received the Diploma on this occasion. The Chief Guest for the event was Professor Siril WIjesundara, […]
The Batch of 1973 Enhances UCFM Tower’s 2nd Floor with Modern Design
The 2nd floor of the UCFM Tower has been furnished with a modern aesthetic by the Batch of 1973 of the Faculty of Medicine. This demonstrates their unwavering support for the faculty, serving as an expression of gratitude towards their teachers and alma mater. The handing over ceremony took place on 18th June 2023 with […]
University Celebrates Poson Poya Day 2023
The University of Colombo recently concluded a series of events that provided opportunities for spiritual enrichment and community engagement to commemorate Poson Poya Day 2023. Venerable Ududumbara Kashyapa Thero delivered the Dharma Deshana on 2nd June 2023, and a Dansala programme was hosted on 7th June 2023 at the College House Premises. Additionally, on 15th […]
Inauguration Ceremony of the Orientation Program for 2021/2022 New Entrants – Faculty of Nursing
The inaugural ceremony for the new entrants to the Faculty of Nursing for the 2021/2022 academic year was held on June 12th, 2023, at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Graduate Studies. The faculty welcomed over 100 new undergraduate students. The ceremony was graced by the Chief Guest, Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne, the Vice […]
CSHR Awards Ceremony 2023: Celebrating Excellence and Achievements
The Centre for the Study of Human Rights (CSHR) proudly hosted the Awards Ceremony 2023 at the Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre, under the patronage of the Vice Chancellor, Senior Professor (Chair) H.D. Karunaratne on June 6, 2023. The ceremony was graced by esteemed guests, including Retired Justice Rohini Marasinghe, the Chairperson of the Human […]
Empowering Students for a Fulfilling University Journey: UCSC Orientation Programme/Inauguration for the Academic Year 2021/2022
The University of Colombo School of Computing (UCSC) recently hosted an enlightening orientation programme for its incoming students, aimed at equipping them with valuable insights and knowledge. The programme was held from 22nd May to 2nd June 2023, and it proved to be an essential prelude to the much-anticipated Inauguration Ceremony. The programme provided many […]
Faculty of Management & Finance Emerges as Inter-Faculty Overall Champions 2023
The Awarding Ceremony of the Inter-Faculty Championship celebrated the remarkable achievements of undergraduate sportsmen and sportswomen from the university. For this year’s ceremony, 400 talented students were recognized for their exceptional performances at the Inter-University Championships, as well as at the national and international levels in 2022. The Inter-University Championships showcased a diverse range of […]
