Department of Management and Organisation Studies Hosts FUTURENZA 2.0: A Celebration of Learning, Creativity, and Collaboration
The Department of Management and Organisation Studies (MOS) at the Faculty of Management and Finance concluded its annual departmental event, FUTURENZA 2.0, held on 29th October 2025 under the inspiring theme of “A celebration of learning, creativity and collaboration.” The event was a testament to the Department’s commitment to fostering both academic excellence and practical, […]
10th World Ayurveda Day Celebrated in Sri Lanka with Focus on Integration of Traditional and Modern Medicine
The 10th World Ayurveda Day was jointly organised by the Ministry of Health and Mass Media, the Department of Ayurveda, the High Commission of India in Sri Lanka, the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, and the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine at the University of Colombo on 23 September 2025. His Excellency Santosh Jha, the High Commissioner […]
Strengthening Global Partnerships: Yunnan Agricultural University and University of Colombo Collaborate
A delegation from Yunnan Agricultural University, led by Professor Zhao Zhengxiong, Vice President, along with Professor Xiao Jingxiu, Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, and Associate Professor Sun Kang, Section Chief of the International Affairs Office, visited the University of Colombo on 23 September 2025. The delegation met with Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor […]
Strengthening Sri Lanka-India Ties: Professor Ankuran Dutta Visits University of Colombo for Collaborative Discussions
Professor Ankuran Dutta, Director/Secretary of the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, Colombo, visited the College House on 22 September 2025 for a cordial meeting with Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo. The discussion centred on future collaborations in academic and cultural development between Sri Lanka and India, fostering deeper partnerships in […]
University of Colombo Shines at SLUG 2025 with Historic Runners-Up Finish
The University of Colombo is proud to announce a landmark achievement at the 15th Sri Lanka University Games (SLUG 2025), where the University secured the Overall Runners-Up position with a record-breaking 426 points. This is the highest overall tally ever achieved by the University in the history of the Sri Lanka University Games and Inter-University […]
Top Scientists Update Science-Wide Author Databases with Standardized Citation Indicators – Elsevier Data Repository
Faculty of Indigenous Medicine Opens Panchakarma Day Treatment Unit at Ayurveda National Hospital
The Faculty of Indigenous Medicine officially launched its Panchakarma Day Treatment Unit at the Ayurveda National Hospital on 19th September 2025. As part of the event, the name boards of the professorial units were ceremonially unveiled. The occasion was graced by Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice-Chancellor of the University, together with Professor Pathirage Kamal Perera, […]
Fulbright Sri Lanka Executive Director Dr Patrick McNamara Meets Vice Chancellor to Strengthen Academic Ties
The Executive Director of the United States – Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission, Dr Patrick McNamara visited the University and met with Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake at the College House premises on 16 September 2025. They discussed the long history between Fulbright Sri Lanka and the University of Colombo, which dates back to the establishment of the Commission […]
Opening of the Renovated People’s Bank Building at De Saram Women’s (Medical) Hostel
The opening ceremony of the renovated People’s Bank Building at the De Saram Women’s (Medical) Hostel was held on 12th September 2025. The building was originally established in 1996 with the generous support of People’s Bank to commemorate its 35th anniversary and to improve facilities for the hostel community. The recent renovation, undertaken at a […]
Faculty of Indigenous Medicine Strengthens Ayurveda and Herbal Research Through Strategic Industry Partnerships
In a significant step toward enhancing academic research and clinical product development, the Faculty of Indigenous Medicine (FIM) has officially entered two Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with leading industry partners. The agreements, signed on September 11, 2025, mark a major milestone in fostering innovation and development within Sri Lanka’s Ayurveda and herbal medicine sectors. The […]
Strengthening Academic & Professional Collaboration between The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI)
A successful meeting was held on 10th September 2025 with the participation of Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Vice Chancellor of the University; Professor Upul Sonnadara, Dean of the Faculty of Science; Professor Sanjeewa Perera, Coordinator of the BSc in Financial Engineering; Professor Chandima Tilakaratne, Director of Postgraduate Studies; Mr Michael Fernandopulle, Country Head of Sri […]
Excellence in Teaching: HRDC’s 27th Certificate Award Ceremony
The Human Resource Development Centre (HRDC) held its 27th Certificate Award Ceremony on 10th September 2025 at the Senate Hall. Certificates were awarded to 55 participants of the Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (CTHE) program, of whom 54 also received accreditation from the Staff and Educational Development Association (SEDA), UK. In addition, 16 participants […]
The Opening Ceremony of the lecture Hall 233 and the Certificate Awarding Ceremony of the Sri Lanka Police
The Confucius Institute of the Faculty of Arts held the opening of Lecture Hall 233, funded by the Institute, together with the Certificate Awarding Ceremony of the Vocational Chinese Language Course for the Sri Lanka Police on 1st September 2025. The event was graced by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake, Dean of the […]
Strengthening Sri Lanka–Thailand Ties: Thai Delegation Visits University of Colombo
A distinguished delegation from Thailand, led by H.E. Paitoon Mahapannaporn, Ambassador of Thailand to Sri Lanka, visited the University of Colombo on August 29, 2025, and met with the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Indika Mahesh Karunathilake. The team included Ambassador Chulamanee Chartsuwan, former Ambassador of Thailand to Sri Lanka (2016–2020), Ambassador Poj Harnpol, former Ambassador of Thailand to […]
Student of the Year – General Convocation 2024: Mr Theeksha Gunasinghe, Faculty of Management and Finance
Congratulations to Mr Theeksha Gunasinghe from the Faculty of Management and Finance for your exceptional achievement in being awarded the Open Awards – Student of the Year at the General Convocation 2024. Mr Theeksha Gunasinghe has distinguished himself as an exceptional scholar, athlete, leader, and ambassador of the University of Colombo. Graduating with First Class […]
Canekeratne Prize for General Merit – General Convocation 2024: Ms KABK Wijeratne, Faculty of Science
Congratulations to Ms K A B K Wijeratne, Faculty of Science, for your remarkable achievement in receiving the Open Awards – Canekeratne Prize for General Merit at the General Convocation 2024. Excelling in academics and sports, while also providing leadership to serve the student community, Ms Bhagya Wijeratne graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Bioinformatics […]
