Faculty of Law Emerges as Runner-Up at the 50th Jean-Pictet Competition
The Concours Jean-Pictet Competition advances students’ knowledge and understanding of international humanitarian law (IHL). The prestigious competition distinguishes itself from traditional law competitions by emphasising the practical application of IHL through its unique format, which includes impromptu simulated events and role-playing based on fictitious armed conflict scenarios, embodying the motto “taking the law out of […]
Postgraduate Ceremonial Graduation 2024
Career Guidance Unit Hosts Short Film Competition & Awarding Ceremony
The Awarding Ceremony of the Short Film Competition, organised by the Career Guidance Unit (CGU), was held on 13th March 2026 at the Senate Hall, College House. The event showcased the creativity and talent of students, with a total of nine short films presented by participants representing various faculties. The Faculty of Indigenous Medicine secured […]
Orientation Programme of the 29th CTHE Programme – SDC
The Staff Development Centre (SDC) inaugurated the 29th batch of the Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (CTHE) on 11 March 2026 in the Senate Hall of College House. A total of 75 participants enrolled in this programme, marking another significant step in strengthening academic excellence within the university. The programme commenced with a welcome […]
Dulanaka Jayasinghe Wins Runner-Up at Raisina-IE Global Student Challenge 2026
The University of Colombo congratulates Mr Dulanaka Jayasinghe, a Master of Arts student in International Relations, Faculty of Arts, who won the runner-up position together with his team at the Raisina-IE Global Student Challenge 2026 held on March 5–6, 2026. This competition, organised by the IE School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs and the […]
Field visit to Toyota Lanka (Pvt) Ltd | JICA Chair Programme 2025/26
An educational field visit to Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited was organised on 25 February 2026 under the JICA Chair Program for participating undergraduate students. Toyota Lanka is the official distributor and service provider in Sri Lanka for vehicles manufactured by Toyota Motor Corporation. Its management and administrative practices are strongly influenced by Japanese organisational principles […]
Faculty of Indigenous Medicine Welcomes 235 New Students at Orientation 2026
The Faculty of Indigenous Medicine inaugurated the Orientation Programme for the new entrants to the BAMS and BUMS degree programmes on 16th February 2026 at the Faculty’s Main Auditorium. The event welcomed 235 newly enrolled students and their parents, marking the beginning of an inspiring academic journey. The ceremony was graced by Professor Indika Mahesh […]
Industrial promotion of Sri Lanka – The Next goal and Required policy actions | JICA Chair Programme 2025/26 Lecture IV
The fourth session of the JICA Chair Programme 2025/2026 was held on 12th February 2026 at the Jayaratne Hall, Faculty of Management and Finance. The session commenced with the Welcome Address delivered by Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor of the University. Mr Kenji Kuronuma, Chief Representative of JICA Sri Lanka, addressed the gathering and […]
University of Colombo Signs MoU with SLIIT to Advance Meditation Research through Technology
The University of Colombo entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) on 11th February 2026. The Centre for Meditation Research (CMR), attached to the Faculty of Medicine, explores the effects of meditation from a scientific perspective and has expertise and facilities dedicated to multidisciplinary research, while SLIIT, […]
Japanese Ambassador Visits University of Colombo for Foreign Policy Dialogue
His Excellency Isomata Akio, Ambassador of Japan, visited the University of Colombo on 9 February 2026 and met with the Vice Chancellor, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, at the College House. The Ambassador attended a panel discussion titled “Revisiting Sri Lanka’s Foreign Policy” organised by the Department of International Relations, Faculty of Arts. The meeting was […]
Celebrating Excellence: University of Colombo Shines at Best Annual Report Awards 2025
The University of Colombo achieved significant recognition at the Best Annual Report Awards 2025, organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka), held on 5 February 2026 at the BMICH, Colombo. This prestigious achievement underscores the University’s strong commitment to good governance, transparency, and accountability in financial reporting and institutional […]
Chancellor of Guru Kashi University Visits University of Colombo to Explore Research Collaborations
On 3rd February 2026, Mr S. Gurlabh Singh Sidhu, Chancellor of Guru Kashi University, Punjab, India, paid an official visit to the University of Colombo. He was accompanied by Dr Dulan Hettiarachchi, Chairman of the Task Force for Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Sri Lanka. Discussions were held with Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor of […]
Renovation of Mahagalwewa Junior School Launched Under “Wassanan Diyawara” Programme
The renovation of the dilapidated school building of Mahagalwewa Junior School, Sooriyawewa, commenced on 31 January 2026, under the “Wassanan Diyawara” programme, a community development initiative implemented by the Medical Students’ Buddhist Association (MSBA) of the Faculty of Medicine as part of its social responsibility and outreach activities. The programme aims to improve educational infrastructure […]
CoMSAA Visits Rural Health Centre in Kataragama to Discuss Development Initiatives
Members of the Colombo Medical School Alumni Association (CoMSAA) of the Faculty of Medicine paid a visit on 31 January 2026 to the Rural Health Centre in Kataragama to discuss the future development of the centre and to identify areas where institutional and professional support could be extended to develop the Rural Health Centre and […]
Meiji Revolution | JICA Chair Programme 2025/26 Lecture III
The third session of the JICA Chair Programme was held on 30th January 2026 at the Senate Hall. Ms Yoneda Hiroka, Representative of JICA Sri Lanka, addressed the audience and explained the objectives of the JICA Chair Programme. Addressing the gathering, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilakee, Vice Chancellor of the University, emphasised the benefits that students […]
Ural Federal University Delegation Explores Academic and Research Collaboration
A delegation from Ural Federal University (UrFU), Russia, visited the University of Colombo on 29 January 2026. The delegation comprised Mrs Iana Vysotskaia, Director of the Department of International Educational Programs, Ms Elena Pelymskaia, Leading Manager of Projects of the Department of International Educational Programs and Dr Borisov Vasilii, Associate Professor of Artificial Intelligence Educational […]
